Business Math -- Global Edition
12th Edition
Published on 24. June 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
896 pages
978-1-292-74867-2 (ISBN)
Description
Business Math is a practical, thorough guide that empowers you to manage your personal and business finances. Based on the premise that everyone needs to understand how to manage money, it offers a rare deep dive into topics not always taught in a classroom setting. Its conversational tone, real-world examples and abundant case studies keep complicated topics understandable and engaging. A wealth of learning aids like How To, Stop and Check, Tip, Did You Know? and many more help you master and retain concepts. The 12th Edition offers expanded Excel templates and exercises. It is revised substantially to keep applications and data current, update tax procedures and tables, incorporate new trends and laws, and much more.
This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed.
This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed.
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Edition
12th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Harlow
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
ISBN-13
978-1-292-74867-2 (9781292748672)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Book
11/2013
10th Edition
Pearson Education Limited
€104.25
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Content
1. Review of Whole Numbers and Integers
1-1 Place Value and Our Number System
1-2 Operations with Whole Numbers and Integers
Case Study: Benefits of Working from Home
Case Study: Leaky Roof? Sanderson Roofing Can Help
Case Study: The Cost of Giving
2. Review of Fractions
2-1 Fractions
2-2 Adding and Subtracting Fractions
2-3 Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
Case Study: Bitsie's Pastry Sensations
Case Study: Greenscape Designs
3. Decimals
3-1 Decimals and the Place Value System
3-2 Operations with Decimals
3-3 Decimal and Fraction Conversions
Case Study: Pricing Stock Shares
Case Study: JK Manufacturing demographics
4. Banking
4-1 Checking Account Transactions
4-2 Bank Statements
Case Study: Mark's First Checking account
Case Study: Expressions Dance Studio
5. Equations
5-1 Equations
5-2 Using Equations to Solve Problems
5-3 Formulas
Case Study: Anunson Precision Painting, LLC
Case Study: Artist's Performance Royalties
Case Study: Educational Consultant
6. Percents
6-1 Percent Equivalents
6-2 Solving Percentage Problems
6-3 Increases and Decreases
Case Study: Smart Consumer
Case Study: Customer Relationship Management
Case Study: Carpeting a New Home
7. Business Statistics
7-1 Graphs and Charts
7-2 Measures of Central Tendency
7-3 Measures of Dispersion
Case Study: Progeny Plastics Inc.
Case Study: Antonia's Hair Saloon
8. Trade and Cash Discounts
8-1 Single Trade Discounts
8-2 Trade Discount Series
8-3 Cash Discounts and Sales Terms
Case Study: Image Manufacturing's Rebate Offer
Case Study: McMillan Oil & Propane, LLC
Case Study: The Artist's Palette
9. Markup and Markdown
9-1 Markup Based on Cost
9-2 Markup Based on Selling Price and Markup Comparisons
9-3 Markdown, Series of Markdowns, and Perishables
Case Study: Profit from Selling Non-core Items
Case Study: Carolina Crystals
Case Study: Deer Valley Organics, LLC
10. Payroll
10-1 Gross Pay
10-2 Payroll Deductions
10-3 The Employer's Payroll Taxes
Case Study: MH Industrial Consulting
Case Study: NH Car Mechanic Shop
Case Study: Gaspar & Partners
11. Simple Interest and Simple Discount
11-1 The Simple Interest Formula
11-2 Ordinary and Exact Interest
11-3 Promissory Notes
Case Study: 90 days same as Cash!
Case Study: The Price of Money
Case Study: Quality Photo Printing
12. Consumer Credit
12-1 Installment Loans and Closed-End Credit
12-2 Paying a Loan Before It Is Due: The Rule of 78
12-3 Open-End Credit
Case Study: Know What You Owe
Case Study: Massage Therapy
13. Compound Interest, Future Value, and Present Value
13-1 Compound Interest and Future Value
13-2 Present Value
Case Study: How Fast Does Your Money Grow?
Case Study: Planning: The Key to Wealth
Case Study: Future Value/Present Value
14. Annuities and Sinking Funds
14-1 Future Value of an Annuity
14-2 Sinking Funds and Present Value of an Annuity
Case Study: Annuities for Retirement
Case Study: Accumulating Money
Case Study: Certified Financial Planner
15. Building Wealth Through Investments
15-1 Stocks
15-2 Bonds
15-3 Mutual Funds
Case Study: KG Hospital Group
Case Study: Corporate Dividends and Investments
16. Mortgages
16-1 Mortgage Payments
16-2 Amortization Schedules and Qualifying Ratios
Case Study: Home Buying: A 30-Year Commitment?
Case Study: Investing in Real Estate
17. Depreciation
17-1 Depreciation Methods for Financial Statement Reporting
17-2 Depreciation Methods for IRS Reporting
Case Study: O'Brien Nursery
Case Study: Edin & Co. Trade
18. Inventory
18-1 Inventory
18-2 Turnover and Overhead
Case Study: Decorah Custom Canoes
Case Study: KJ Electronics Corp
19. Insurance
19-1 Life Insurance
19-2 Property Insurance
19-3 Motor Vehicle Insurance
Case Study: How Much Is Enough?
Case Study: Soul Food Catering
20. Taxes
20-1 Sales Tax and Excise Tax
20-2 Property Tax
20-3 Income Taxes
Case Study: Computing Taxes Due
Case Study: A Tax Dilemma
21. Financial Statements
21-1 The Balance Sheet
21-2 Income Statements
21-3 Financial Statement Ratios
Case Study: Contemporary Wood Furniture
Case Study: Metro Mix Studio: Edin & Co. Trade
Stop and Check Solutions Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises Glossary/Index
1-1 Place Value and Our Number System
1-2 Operations with Whole Numbers and Integers
Case Study: Benefits of Working from Home
Case Study: Leaky Roof? Sanderson Roofing Can Help
Case Study: The Cost of Giving
2. Review of Fractions
2-1 Fractions
2-2 Adding and Subtracting Fractions
2-3 Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
Case Study: Bitsie's Pastry Sensations
Case Study: Greenscape Designs
3. Decimals
3-1 Decimals and the Place Value System
3-2 Operations with Decimals
3-3 Decimal and Fraction Conversions
Case Study: Pricing Stock Shares
Case Study: JK Manufacturing demographics
4. Banking
4-1 Checking Account Transactions
4-2 Bank Statements
Case Study: Mark's First Checking account
Case Study: Expressions Dance Studio
5. Equations
5-1 Equations
5-2 Using Equations to Solve Problems
5-3 Formulas
Case Study: Anunson Precision Painting, LLC
Case Study: Artist's Performance Royalties
Case Study: Educational Consultant
6. Percents
6-1 Percent Equivalents
6-2 Solving Percentage Problems
6-3 Increases and Decreases
Case Study: Smart Consumer
Case Study: Customer Relationship Management
Case Study: Carpeting a New Home
7. Business Statistics
7-1 Graphs and Charts
7-2 Measures of Central Tendency
7-3 Measures of Dispersion
Case Study: Progeny Plastics Inc.
Case Study: Antonia's Hair Saloon
8. Trade and Cash Discounts
8-1 Single Trade Discounts
8-2 Trade Discount Series
8-3 Cash Discounts and Sales Terms
Case Study: Image Manufacturing's Rebate Offer
Case Study: McMillan Oil & Propane, LLC
Case Study: The Artist's Palette
9. Markup and Markdown
9-1 Markup Based on Cost
9-2 Markup Based on Selling Price and Markup Comparisons
9-3 Markdown, Series of Markdowns, and Perishables
Case Study: Profit from Selling Non-core Items
Case Study: Carolina Crystals
Case Study: Deer Valley Organics, LLC
10. Payroll
10-1 Gross Pay
10-2 Payroll Deductions
10-3 The Employer's Payroll Taxes
Case Study: MH Industrial Consulting
Case Study: NH Car Mechanic Shop
Case Study: Gaspar & Partners
11. Simple Interest and Simple Discount
11-1 The Simple Interest Formula
11-2 Ordinary and Exact Interest
11-3 Promissory Notes
Case Study: 90 days same as Cash!
Case Study: The Price of Money
Case Study: Quality Photo Printing
12. Consumer Credit
12-1 Installment Loans and Closed-End Credit
12-2 Paying a Loan Before It Is Due: The Rule of 78
12-3 Open-End Credit
Case Study: Know What You Owe
Case Study: Massage Therapy
13. Compound Interest, Future Value, and Present Value
13-1 Compound Interest and Future Value
13-2 Present Value
Case Study: How Fast Does Your Money Grow?
Case Study: Planning: The Key to Wealth
Case Study: Future Value/Present Value
14. Annuities and Sinking Funds
14-1 Future Value of an Annuity
14-2 Sinking Funds and Present Value of an Annuity
Case Study: Annuities for Retirement
Case Study: Accumulating Money
Case Study: Certified Financial Planner
15. Building Wealth Through Investments
15-1 Stocks
15-2 Bonds
15-3 Mutual Funds
Case Study: KG Hospital Group
Case Study: Corporate Dividends and Investments
16. Mortgages
16-1 Mortgage Payments
16-2 Amortization Schedules and Qualifying Ratios
Case Study: Home Buying: A 30-Year Commitment?
Case Study: Investing in Real Estate
17. Depreciation
17-1 Depreciation Methods for Financial Statement Reporting
17-2 Depreciation Methods for IRS Reporting
Case Study: O'Brien Nursery
Case Study: Edin & Co. Trade
18. Inventory
18-1 Inventory
18-2 Turnover and Overhead
Case Study: Decorah Custom Canoes
Case Study: KJ Electronics Corp
19. Insurance
19-1 Life Insurance
19-2 Property Insurance
19-3 Motor Vehicle Insurance
Case Study: How Much Is Enough?
Case Study: Soul Food Catering
20. Taxes
20-1 Sales Tax and Excise Tax
20-2 Property Tax
20-3 Income Taxes
Case Study: Computing Taxes Due
Case Study: A Tax Dilemma
21. Financial Statements
21-1 The Balance Sheet
21-2 Income Statements
21-3 Financial Statement Ratios
Case Study: Contemporary Wood Furniture
Case Study: Metro Mix Studio: Edin & Co. Trade
Stop and Check Solutions Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises Glossary/Index