MATH 1060 Syllabus, Spring Semester 2024-2025

COURSE TITLE: Quantitative Reasoning

CLASS NUMBER: 7763 SECTION: 102 CREDITS: 3 credit hours

WHEN AND WHERE: MWF 10:45 a.m.- 11:40 a.m. at Morton Hall 322

INSTRUCTOR: Krishna P. Khanal-Jaishy, Morton Hall 315F, the best way to reach me is at
[email protected]

OFFICE HOURS: MWF 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at Morton Hall 315F. If you need to see me at other
times, request one by e-mail to [email protected]

PREREQUISITES
((C or better in MATH D004 or MATH D005) or (Math Placement Level 1 or higher) or (Math Placement
DV plus MATH 1060L co-requisite)) and Warning: No credit if Math 1250 or higher

TEXTBOOKS

Aufmann, R. (2019). Discovering Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach, Edition 1. Publisher:

Cengage. [ISBN: 9780357028117]. Approximate Price: $73.50 Required.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a variety of mathematical and
quantitative contexts including real-life situations. The course focuses on framing real-life problems
mathematically and quantitatively and then using logical and quantitative techniques, such as linear and
exponential growth modeling and statistical literacy, to make predictions and decisions and to solve these
problems. Not recommended for students with majors in STEM areas. No credit if Math 1250 or any
higher have been completed. Cannot be used for College of Arts and Science requirements.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Numeracy
• Students will be able to solve real-world problems requiring the use and interpretation of ratios in a
variety of contexts.
• Students will be able to solve real-world problems relating to rates of change, including growth and
decay.
• Students will be able to distinguish between absolute and relative rates of change and describe the
difference using models.
• Students will be able to compare and contrast statements which are proportional and those that are not.
 2. Financial Literacy
• Students will be able to model financial applications such as credit card debt, installment savings,
loans, etc., and calculate taxes, mortgage payments, etc.

3. Mathematical modeling
• Students will be able to create and use tables, graphs, and equations to model real-world situations and
identify the limitations in proposed models.
• Students will be able to create basic linear and exponential models for real-world problems.
• Students will be able to choose the most appropriate model for a given situation and describe the
limitations of the proposed model.

4. Probability and Statistics

• Students will be able to critically evaluate statistics being presented in the media, journals, and other
publications.
• Students will be able to critically evaluate the sampling strategy, the impact of sample size, and any
inferences made.
• Students will be able to summarize and interpret data sets and compare two or more data sets in the
light of the information presented.
• Students will be able to create visual representations of real-world data sets and be able to describe
their strengths and limitations.
• Students will be able to calculate probabilities and conditional probabilities in real-world settings and
use them to draw conclusions.
• Students will be able to communicate quantitative findings and results verbally and in writing.

USE OF TECHNOLOGY: To access Blackboard and WebAssign, you will need a computer with
internet connection. Additionally, for our course work, you will need spreadsheet software on your
computer such as Microsoft Excel to make calculations, graph data, etc. To install the desktop app, follow
the Installation instructions on our Office 365 page. The scientific calculators will be suggested for this
class (i.e., Texas Instruments TI-30X), but it's not mandatory since we will primarily use Excel for
calculations.

Grade: Grades will be determined as follows: WebAssign Homework Assignments (30%), Four Group
Projects (10% each), Four Project Presentations (2.5% each), Four Presentation Peer Evaluations (2.5% each),
and Final Individual Project (10%). Late submission will result in a 10% penalty after the due date. Please
discuss any issues with the instructor in advance to avoid this penalty.

The final course grade will be determined as the following categories:

 Categories Percentage of Final Grade
WebAssign Assignments Ch 1 - Ch 8 30%

Group Projects Unit Project 1 40%

Unit Project 2
Unit Project 3
Unit Project 4
Presentations Unit Project 1 10%
Unit Project 2
Unit Project 3
Unit Project 4
Peer Evaluations Unit Project 1 10%
Unit Project 2
Unit Project 3
Unit Project 4
Final Exam Ch1 - Ch 8 10%

Total 100%

Grading Scale: A 93-100% C 73-76%

A- 90-92% C- 70-72%
B+ 87-89% D+ 67-69%
B 83-86% D 63-66%
B- 80-82% D- 60-62%
C+ 77-79% F below 60%

Attendance: Regular class attendance and active participation are essential for this course. While there is no
separate attendance grade, exceeding six unexcused absences will result in a 3% penalty deducted from the
final grade, equivalent to moving down one grade level. If you anticipate missing a class, particularly on
presentation day, it is mandatory to notify your instructor via email before the start of the class and provide
an explanation for your circumstances. Excused absences include illness, death in the immediate family,
religious observance, jury duty, military training, and involvement in university-sponsored activities.

In addition to attendance policies already listed, you may be absent for up to three (3) days each academic
semester, without penalty, to take time off for reasons of faith or religious or spiritual belief system or to
participate in organized activities conducted under the auspices of a religious denomination, church, or other
religious or spiritual organization. You are required to notify the instructor in writing of specific dates
requested for alternative accommodation no later than fourteen (14) days after the first day of instruction.
These requests will remain confidential. For more information about this policy, you may contact the
Director and Title IX Coordinator, Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, Lindley Hall, 006, 740-593-9140,
[email protected].
Cengage WebAssign Homework: Weekly homework will be assigned every Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday through the WebAssign online homework system. The due date is every Sunday at midnight. It is
crucial to pace yourself throughout the week instead of leaving everything for the last minute. I strongly
recommend following the assignment schedule to remain on the right track. This approach will assist you in
mastering the course material and ensuring timely submission of high-quality assignments.

Tutoring: The Academic Achievement Center (AAC) in Athens offers free academic assistance programs to all Ohio
University students. Tutoring Services offers free tutoring for over 250+ courses for all OU undergraduates on the
Athens campus. Get help early and often. See the Math Tutoring Lab for information on scheduling free Math tutoring.

Academic (mis)conduct: You are allowed to use most resources, but there are some limitations.

Unlimited use, with acknowledgment:

• The textbook.
• WebAssign Homework Assignment
• Discussions with me.

Broad use, with acknowledgment:

• Websites on mathematics, statistics, etc.
• Explanations by other students in this class.
• Explanations by friends, roommates etc. Acknowledge and describe this help in writing on the problem where it
was used. For example, you might write "[Name] explained to me how to do [some part] of this problem" or "I
found an explanation of [concept] at the website [url]".

Forbidden:
• The work from students who took this class (in any of its versions at any university).
• Websites or ChatGPT that claim to have solutions for this class.
• Direct copying. If you are not sure if something is allowed, then ask me first.

A minor, first-time violation of this policy will receive a warning and discussion and clarification of the rules.
Serious or second violations will result in a grade penalty on the assignment. Very serious or repeated violations will
result in failure in the class and be reported to the Office of Community Standards and Student Responsibility,
which may impose additional sanctions. You may appeal any sanctions through the grade appeal process.

Special Needs: If you have specific physical, psychiatric, or learning disabilities and require accommodation, please
let me know as soon as possible so that your learning needs may be appropriately met. You should also register with
Student Accessibility Services to obtain written documentation and to learn about the resources they have available.

Responsible Employee Reporting Obligation: If I learn of any instances of sexual harassment, sexual violence,
and/or other forms of prohibited discrimination, I am required to report them. If you wish to share such information in
confidence, then use the Office of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance.

Safety: Follow the university pandemic safety rules. If you refuse to follow these rules, in particular the rules on
masking, then I will take a picture of you doing it and file a report with the Office of Community Standards and
Student Responsibility for disciplinary action.
Math 1060 Quantitative Reasoning Weekly Schedule
Spring Semester 2025
Note: Weekly assignments will be released on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and are due by midnight on
Sunday. Please be aware that the schedule is subject to change.
Week Monday Wednesday Friday
1 January 13 (Day 1) January 15 (Day 2) January 17 (Day 3)
Syllabus Problem Solving Problem Solving
QR Introduction Ch 1.3 Ch 1.3
Register WebAssign
2 January 20 January 22 (Day 4) January 24 (Day 5)
Martin Luther King Day Holiday Ratio, Rate Proportion, Percent
No Classes Ch 3.1 Ch 3.3/Ch 3.4

3 January 27 (Day 6) January 29 (Day 7) January 31 (Day 8)

Proportion, Percent Measurement Variation
Ch 3.2 Ch 3.2 Ch 3.5

Project 1 Kick Off

4 February 3 (Day 9) February 5 (Day 10) February 7 (Day 11)

Project 1 Work Time Project 1 Presentation Project 1 Presentation

5 February 10 (Day 12) February 12 (Day 13) February 14 (Day 14)
Financial Literacy Financial Literacy Financial Literacy
Simple Interest Compound Interest Credit Cards
Ch 4.1 Ch 4.2 Ch 4.4

6 February 17 (Day 15) February 19 (Day 16) February 21 (Day 17)

Financial Literacy Financial Literacy Financial Literacy
Student Loan Car Ownership Home Ownership
Ch 4.5 Ch 4.6 Ch 4.7
Project 2 Kick Off
7 February 24 (Day 18) February 26 (Day 19) February 28 (Day 20)

Project 2 Work Time Project 2 Presentation Project 2 Presentation

8 March 3 (Day 21) March 5 (Day 22) March 7 (Day 23)
Mathematical Modeling– Mathematical Modeling– Mathematical Modeling–
Linear Models Linear Regression & Correlation Linear Regression & Correlation
Ch5.2/Ch 5.3 Ch 5.4 Ch 5.4

9 March 10 March 12 March 14

Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break
No Classes No Classes No Classes

Monday Wednesday Friday

 10 March 17 (Day 24) March 19 (Day 25) March 21 (Day 26)
Mathematical Modeling– Mathematical Modeling– Mathematical Modeling–
Quadratic Function Exponential Function Exponential Function
Ch 6.3 Ch 6.1 Ch 6.1

Project 3 Kick Off

11 March 24 (Day 27) March 26 (Day 28) March 28 (Day 29)

Project 3 Work Time Project 3 Presentation Project 3 Presentation

12 March 31 (Day 30) April 2 (Day 31) April 4 (Day 32)
Probability & Statistics Probability & Statistics Probability & Statistics
Chicago Dice Game The Counting Principle Addition Rule in Probability
Ch 7.1 Ch 7.3/ Ch 7.4

13 April 7 (Day 33) April 9 (Day 34) April 11 (Day 35)

Probability & Statistics Probability & Statistics Probability & Statistics–
Conditional Probability – Conditional Probability – Measures of Central Tendency
Ch 7.5 Ch 7.5 Ch 8.1

Project 4 Kick Off

14 April 14 (Day 36) April 16 (Day 37) April 18 (Day 38)

Project 4 Work Time Project 4 Presentation Project 4 Presentation

15 April 21 (Day 39) April 23 (Day 40) April 25 (Day 41)
Probability & Statistics – Probability & Statistics – Probability & Statistics –
Population & Sample Sampling Methods Organizing Data
Levels of Measurement Sampling Bias Bar Graphs, Pie Charts
(Brase textbook Sec 1.1) (Brase textbook Sec 1.2) (Brase Textbook Sec 2.2)

Final Exam Review

16 April 28 April 30 May 2
Final Exam Week Final Exam Week Final Exam Week

Sec 102: 10:10 am-12:10 pm Sec 100: 8:00 am-10:00 am Sec 101: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Sec 105: 12:20 pm-2:20 pm Sec 103: 10:10 am-12:10 pm Sec 104: 3:10 pm-5:10 pm
Sec 107: 4:40 pm-6:40 pm Sec 106: 12:20 pm-2:20 pm
Note. Final Exam Schedule