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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction, Chapter 1 - Examples and Principles.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many seats are there in the stadium?
(a) 1,259.
(b) 1,104.
(c) 1,058.
(d) 962.

2. What word does the author use to describe mathematical errors?
(a) Egregious.
(b) Erroneous.
(c) Nonsensical.
(d) Irritating.

3. When is the rain supposedly going to take place?
(a) Friday.
(b) Weekend.
(c) Wednesday.
(d) Monday.

4. What percentage of rain is referenced?
(a) 25%.
(b) 75%.
(c) 50%.
(d) 40%.

5. What percentage of possible fatality is almost always incorrect?
(a) 1%.
(b) 25%.
(c) 50%.
(d) 99%.

Short Answer Questions

1. What common structure is used in the comparison?

2. Who made one of the most important and yet simple mathematical discoveries?

3. What stadium is referenced?

4. How many outfits can be created according to Paulos?

5. How many bricks are in the wall?

(see the answer key)

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