MATH 40A - QUANTITATIVE REASONING

    Recent Professors
    JENNIFER SINCLAIR, NICOLE GRAY, PHUONG LAM, KATHY PERINO, RYAN PUGH
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    8–35 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    Intermediate Algebra or equivalent.
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MATH 40A
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This course is designed for any student, in any major, who is interested in exploring the connections between math concepts and the quantitative skills we use in everyday life. The course focuses on problem solving using mathematical methods and modeling and quantitative investigation strategies. Applications include linear and exponential models, multivariable relationships, conversions, estimation, elementary probability, and descriptive statistics. Students will learn individually and collaboratively to analyze quantitative information and apply quantitative skills in a variety of real life contexts and express their findings verbally and in writing.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:00am–12:15pm, Tue Thu 9:00am–11:15am, Mon Wed 9:30am–11:45am, Tue Thu 10:00am–12:15pm