Mathematics

Problems and Solutions in Mathematical Finance Volume II is an innovative reference for quantitative practitioners and students, providing guidance through a range of mathematical problems encountered in the finance industry. This volume focuses solely on equity derivatives problems, beginning with basic problems in derivatives securities before moving on to more advanced applications, including the construction of volatility surfaces to price exotic options. By providing a methodology for solving theoretical and practical problems, whilst explaining the limitations of financial models, this book helps readers to develop the skills they need to advance their careers. The text covers a wide range of derivatives pricing, such as European, American, Asian, Barrier and other exotic options. Extensive appendices provide a summary of important formulae from calculus, theory of probability, and differential equations, for the convenience of readers.

As Volume II of the four-volume Problems and Solutions in Mathematical Finance series, this book provides clear explanation of the mathematics behind equity derivatives, in order to help readers gain a deeper understanding of their mechanics and a firmer grasp of the calculations.

• Review the fundamentals of equity derivatives
• Work through problems from basic securities to advanced exotics pricing
• Examine numerical methods and detailed derivations of closed-form solutions
• Utilise formulae for probability, differential equations, and more

Mathematical finance relies on mathematical models, numerical methods, computational algorithms and simulations to make trading, hedging, and investment decisions. For the practitioners and graduate students of quantitative finance, Problems and Solutions in Mathematical Finance Volume II provides essential guidance principally towards the subject of equity derivatives.

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• One-topic-per-page format helps students revise more quickly, without the hassle.
• Exam-style worked examples match the new specification and demonstrate good exam technique.
• ‘Now try this’ exam-style practice questions let students test their understanding of a topic.
• Key formulae tell students exactly which formulae they need to learn for their exam.
• Target level indicator shows students exactly what level they are working at.
• Problem solving support throughout including tricky questions on easy topics and strategies and techniques for answering AO2 and AO3 questions.
• Video worked solutions show students exactly how to answer tricky questions.
• Complete coverage of the new specification including brand-new topics like functions and Venn diagrams.
• Visual explanations of key concepts help students revise quickly and recall key skills in their exams.

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A clear, easy-to-understand explanation of key financial accounting basics.

The world of accounting can be intimidating. Whether you’re a manager, business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or taking a college course in accounting, you’ll find yourself need to know the basics…but baffled by complicated accounting books. What if learning accounting could be as simple and fun as running a child’s lemonade stand? It can.

The Accounting Game presents financial information in a format so simple and so unlike a common accounting textbook, you may forget you’re learning skills that will help you get ahead! Using the world of a child’s lemonade stand to teach the basics of managing your finances, this book makes a dry subject fun and understandable. As you run your stand, you’ll begin to understand and apply financial terms and concepts like assets, liabilities, earnings, inventory and notes payable, plus:

Interactive format gives you hands-on experience
Color-coded charts and worksheets help you remember key terms
Step-by-step process takes you from novice to expert with ease
Fun story format speeds retention of essential concepts
Designed to apply what you learn to the real world

The revolutionary approach of The Accounting Game takes the difficult subjects of accounting and business finance and makes them something you can easily learn, understand, remember and use!

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Level: KS2
Subject: Maths

Learn the easy way with this times tables activity book!

Including helpful questions and answers, this Maths book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child’s learning at home.

Combining useful Maths practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this Times Tables practice book helps to boost your child’s confidence and develop good learning habits for life. Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.

Included in this book:

• questions that allow children to practise the important skills learned at school
• colourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home
• helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child’s learning

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Level: KS2
Subject: English Reading Comprehension

Targeted practice for every topic taught at school!

When it comes to getting the best results, practice really does bring progress! Matched to the National Curriculum, this Collins Year 3 Reading Comprehension workbook is designed to improve comprehension skills. This book contains relevant, diverse and engaging texts including fiction, non-fiction and poetry and covering a range of styles and eras from well-known classics to modern authors.
Using a repeated practice method that is proven to work, this book improves performance in school, as well as in tests and assessments. Questions are organised into levels of increasing difficulty while progress tests throughout check children’s understanding along the way. Children can record their own results too, supporting awareness and boosting confidence. A handy answer section is also included to ensure every child can succeed in Year 3. We’ve got a Year 3 Maths Targeted Practice Workbook (9780008201692) available as well.

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Level: KS2
Subject: English Reading Comprehension
Suitable for 2024 SATs

Targeted SATs practice for every topic taught at school!

When it comes to getting the best results, practice really does bring progress! Matched to the National Curriculum, this Collins Year 6 Reading Comprehension workbook is designed to improve comprehension skills. This book contains relevant, diverse and engaging texts including fiction, non-fiction and poetry and covering a range of styles and eras from well-known classics to modern authors.
Using a repeated practice method that is proven to work, this book improves performance in school, as well as in tests and assessments. Questions are organised into levels of increasing difficulty while progress tests throughout check children’s understanding along the way. Children can record their own results too, supporting awareness and boosting confidence. A handy answer section is also included to ensure every child can succeed in Year 6. We’ve got a Year 6 Maths Targeted Practice Workbook (9780008175498) available as well.

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