Practical Problems In Mathematics For Carpenters

by Huth, Harry C.; Huth, Mark W.

• ISBN13: 9781401872151
• ISBN10: 1401872158
• Edition: 8th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-08-30
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

This widely used text/workbook teaches the practical mathematics essential to the building construction and carpentry trades. The book features short units that begin with a brief explanation of an important math principle followed by straightforward explanations and examples that are worked out in detail so readers can see first-hand how to perform the functions involved. Basic mathematical problems relevant to the construction trade are accompanied by clear-cut illustrations and together give readers the opportunity to apply and practice math principles common to carpentry.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. v
Whole Numbers	p. 1
Addition of Whole Numbers	p. 1
Subtraction of Whole Numbers	p. 6
Multiplication of Whole Numbers	p. 10
Division of Whole Numbers	p. 13
Combined Operations with Whole Numbers	p. 17
Common Fractions	p. 19
Addition of Common Fractions	p. 19
Subtraction of Common Fractions	p. 25
Multiplication of Common Fractions	p. 29
Division of Common Fractions	p. 33
Combined Operations with Common Fractions	p. 37
Decimal Fractions	p. 39
Addition of Decimal Fractions	p. 39
Subtraction of Decimal Fractions	p. 43
Multiplication of Decimal Fractions	p. 47
Division of Decimal Fractions	p. 50
Expressing Common Fractions and Mixed Numbers as Decimals	p. 53
Percent and Percentage	p. 59
Simple Percent and Percentage	p. 59
Interest	p. 66
Discounts	p. 70
Measurement: Direct and Computed	p. 75
Linear Measure	p. 75
Working with Feet and Inches	p. 83
Square Measure	p. 87
Surface Measurement-Triangles	p. 91
The Framing Square	p. 95
Surface Measurement-Irregular Figures	p. 99
Surface Measurement-Circles	p. 104
Volume Measurement-Cubes and Rectangular Solids	p. 107
Board Measure	p. 113
Volume Measurement-Cylinders	p. 116
Weight Measure	p. 120
Powers and Roots	p. 125
Applications of Exponents in Formulas	p. 125
Using Square Root to Find Sides of Right Triangles	p. 128
Combined Operations Applied to Building Construction	p. 137
Girders, Sills, and Floor Joists	p. 137
Wall Plates	p. 142
Studding and Fire-Stops or Draft Stops	p. 145
Common Rafters	p. 148
Hip Rafters	p. 151
Decks and Sheathing	p. 155
Trim	p. 158
Roofing	p. 161
Doors and Windows	p. 164
Siding	p. 167
Stairs and Interior Door Jambs	p. 170
Glossary	p. 173
Appendix	p. 179
Answers to Odd-Numbered Practical Problems	p. 189
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