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Smith (2004) summarises the importance of mathematics to society and the knowledge

economy, stating that:

‘Mathematics provides a powerful universal language and intellectual toolkit for

abstraction, generalization and synthesis. It is the language of science and technology.

It enables us to probe the natural universe and to develop new technologies that have

helped us control and master our environment, and change societal expectations and

standards of living.’ (p.11)

or

A recent UK report summarised the importance of mathematics to society and the

knowledge economy, stating that:

‘Mathematics provides a powerful universal language and intellectual toolkit for

abstraction, generalization and synthesis. It is the language of science and technology.

It enables us to probe the natural universe and to develop new technologies that have

helped us control and master our environment, and change societal expectations and

standards of living.’ (Smith 2004: p.11)