What is algebra used for in real life situations?

Answer 1

Algebra is used in calculations in carpentry, general construction, pouring concrete, estimating, painting, measuring.

Algebra is used in cooking with recipes.

Algebra is used in budget planning.

Algebra is used in gardening.

Algebra is used in Plumbing.

Algebra is used in sewing.

Algebra is used in mechanics and tools.

Algebra is the math of real life. Many people who use algebra every day don't even realize they are using it.

Recently I spoke to two parents of a middle school child who was struggling with algebra. They said they knew nothing of algebra. I asked what they did for a living. Mom managed an apartment building. She had to calculate occupancy rates, assess late charges and interest, cleaning fees, calculate the uitilities ... tons of algebra. She just never thought of it that way. Dad was a professional gardener and handyman. He had to calculate the number of flowers to plant, the size of pipes for sprinklers, how much paint for the whole building if one gallon covered a certain amount, etc. He also was using algebra everyday.