Real World Math Blog

This blog is a compilation of articles explaining how math is applied in real-life situations.

Tailored for middle and high school students, it offers numerous examples illustrating how mathematical concepts learned in school are put to use by real people in real jobs.

Covering topics from negative numbers to mathematical functions, this blog aligns with school curricula to make math more relevant and engaging for all students!

Geometric Plane: A Real-Life Application in Sports

• This article is designed for middle and high school students, their teachers, and parents.

• Geometric planes are used in real-world applications like computer graphics, mechanical engineering, medicine, and sports.

• This article explains how geometric planes are applied in sports to analyze athletes' techniques.
Illustration blending simple mathematical tools—such as a protractor, compass, ruler, and abacus—with an abstract time machine concept, giving an atmosphere of mathematical history merging with modern mathematics.

Real-Life Math Applications: from ancient times to today

• A guide to real-world math applications, from ancient uses to modern-day examples.

• Designed for K-12 students, teachers, and parents, with easy navigation and organized sections.

• Use the table of contents and quick navigation aids to explore key topics.

Tangent (Trigonometry): A Real-Life Example (From Architecture and Construction)

• This article is made for middle/high school students and their teachers to show how tangents (trigonometry) are used in real life.

• Trigonometry, and tangents in particular, are widely used in architecture, construction, agriculture, astronomy, medicine, and other fields.

• This article explains the practical applications of tangent and includes a detailed case study from the field of architecture and construction.

Algebraic and Rational Expressions: A Real-Life Example (from Computer Technology)

• This article is made for middle/high school students and their teachers, to show how algebraic and rational expressions are used in real life.

• Algebraic and rational expressions have real-world applications in engineering, finance, biology, statistics, and more.

• This article explains the practical applications of algebraic and rational expressions and includes a detailed case study.

Graphing Polynomials: A Real-World Example (from Data Analysis)

• This article is made for middle/high school students and their teachers, to show how polynomial graphs are used in real life.

• Polynomial graphs find widespread usage across various fields including science, agriculture, engineering, marketing, and more.

• This article explores practical applications of polynomials and their graphs through a real-world example in Internet technologies.

33 Examples of Real-World Math Problems

• A real-world math problem is a difficult situation in real life where using math to solve it is preferred over other methods.

• Real-world math problems are valuable for students, showing how math is used in daily life and motivating learning.

• This article explains what a real-world math problem is (and what doesn't qualify) and provides 33 authentic examples.