Pronunciation guide

Adjustments

Approximate

Numerous

B Comprehension

Read the text. Then put the events (A-F) below in the correct order, from first to last, to show the procedure for using applied mathematics.

EVENT 1.................. A The revised model is applied.

EVENT 2.................. B The model is adjusted.

EVENT 3.................. C A mathematical model is created.

EVENT 4.................. D A problem arises.

EVENT 5.................. E A solution is found.

EVENT 6.................. F Approximate solutions are obtained.

 

Before you read

Discuss these questions with your partner.

à Do you think a scientist should have an all-round education?

à What benefits could scientists derive from involvement in other fields apart from science?

D Vocabulary

Complete the definitions below with words from the box.

N Cybernetics n collaborative

N Insight n tend

N draw on n elect

N via n established