In mathematics, a real number is a value that represents a quantity along a continuum, such as 5 (an integer), 3/4 (a rational number

that is not an integer), 8.6 (a rational number expressed in decimal representation), and pi (3.1415926535..., an irrational number). Real numbers are commonly opposed both to integers, such as 5 (whole numbers that express discrete rather than continuous quantities) and complex numbers (mathematical constructs that include real numbers as a special case). Real numbers can be divided into rational numbers, such as 42 and 23/129, and irrational numbers, such as pi and the square root of two. A real number can be given by an infinite decimal representation, such as 2.4871773339..., where the digits continue indefinitely. The real numbers are sometimes thought of as points on an infinitely long number line. These descriptions of the real numbers, while intuitively accessible, are not sufficiently rigorous for the purposes of pure mathematics. The discovery of a suitably rigorous definition of the real numbersindeed, the realization that a better definition was neededwas one of the most important developments of 19th century mathematics. Popular definitions in use today include equivalence classes of Cauchy sequences of rational numbers; Dedekind cuts; a more sophisticated version of "decimal representation"; and an axiomatic definition of the real numbers as the unique complete Archimedean ordered field. These definitions are all described in detail below. A real number may be either rational or irrational; either algebraic or transcendental; and either positive, negative, or zero. Real numbers are used to measure continuous quantities. They may in theory be expressed by decimal representations that have an infinite sequence of digits to the right of the decimal point; these are often represented in the same form as 324.823122147 The ellipsis (three dots) indicate that there would still be more digits to come. More formally, real numbers have the two basic properties of being an ordered field, and having the least upper bound property. The first says that real numbers comprise a field, with addition and multiplication as well as division by nonzero numbers, which can be totally ordered on a number line in a way compatible with addition and multiplication. The second says that if a nonempty set of real numbers has an upper bound, then it has a least upper bound. These two together define the real numbers completely, and allow its other properties to be deduced. For instance, we can prove from these properties that every polynomial of odd degree with real coefficients has a real root, and that if you add the square root of 1 to the real numbers, obtaining the complex numbers, the resulting field is algebraically closed. The term whole number is one youll find often in mathematics. You may also see the term integer or natural number used in the same manner. Essentially the definition of a whole number is based around what it doesnt contain. A whole number cant be a fraction of a number, a percentage, or have a decimal. If you have a number like 21.32, it has a whole number portion (21). But in itself, this number is not a whole number because it contains a fraction (.32). You will also hear natural numbers referred to as counting numbers. Theyre really the first numbers children learn. They include zero, though it has some unique properties, and every number that is not fractional below and above zero. The sequence 1,2,3,4 is a whole number sequence. Similarly 0, -1, -2, -3, -4 are also natural numbers.

A linear equation is an algebraic equation in which each term is either a constant or the product of a constant and (the first power of) a single variable. Linear equations can have one or more variables. Linear equations occur with great regularity in applied mathematics. While they arise quite naturally when modeling many phenomena, they are particularly useful since many non-linear equations may be reduced to linear equations by assuming that quantities of interest vary to only a small extent from some "background" state. \

housekeeping is a perfect memory of their childhood home. Others view housekeeping as a lost art that the present generation doesn't appreciate. Still others consider it a throw back to when only women participated in the home arts. For many, housekeeping is a chore. It means doing something you have to do, when there is so much more you'd rather do. What housekeeping really is, is so much more. The objectives: Housekeeping is normally responsible for general cleanliness of the building. In a hotel or hospital they stock the rooms and change the sheets as well as cleaning everything. If the place has its own laundry facilities, they normally run that also. Director of Housekeeping normally stocks the necessary supplies required to do all of the jobs. " 8 Standard of ideal housekeeping" 1. Cleanliness 2. Orderliness 3. Sanitation 4. Guest's Comfort 5. Eye Appeal 6.Safety 7. Materials control and preventive maintenance 8.Guests Relations Types of housekeeping: institional housekeeping and domestic housekeeping.

Institutional housekeeping= applies to housekeeping maintenance in commercial lodging establishement like hotels, resorts, inns and apartels. Domestic housekeeping= refers to housekeeping maintenance in a house. It covers bedrooms, kitchen, dining, receiving area, grounds and the surrounding areas within the house. sychology is the science[1] of mind and behavior.[2] Its immediate goal is to understand humanity by both discovering general principles and exploring specific cases,[3][4] and its ultimate aim is to benefit society

The word "psychology" is the combination of two terms - study (ology) and soul (psyche), or mind. The derivation of the word from Latin gives it this clear and obvious meaning: "Psyche" is defined as: 1. The spirit or soul. 2. The human mind. 3. In psychoanalysis, the mind functioning as the center of thought, emotion, and behavior. And defining "soul", we have: 1. the spiritual or immortal elements in a person. 2. a person's mental or moral or emotional nature. Branches:

1. Abnormal Psychology:Abnormal psychology is the area that looks at psychopathology and abnormal
behavior. The term covers a broad range of disorders, from depression to obsession-compulsion to sexual deviation and many more. Counselors, clinical psychologists and psychotherapists often work directly in this field. 2. Behavioral Psychology:Behavioral psychology, also known as behaviorism, is a theory of learning based upon the idea that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning. While this branch of psychology dominated the field during the first part of the twentieth century, it became less prominent during the 1950s. However, behavioral techniques remain a mainstay in therapy, education and many other areas. 3. Biopsychology:The branch of psychology focused on the study of how the brain influences

behavior is often known as biopsychology, although it has also been called physiological psychology, behavioral neuroscience and psychobiology.
4. Cognitive Psychology:Cognitive psychology is the branch of psychology that focuses on

internal states, such as motivation, problem solving, decision-making, thinking and attention. This area of psychology has continued to grow since it emerged in the 1960s.
5. Comparative Psychology:Comparative psychology is the branch of psychology concerned with

the study of animal behavior. The study of animal behavior can lead to a deeper and broader understanding of human psychology.
6. Developmental Psychology:This branch of psychology looks at development throughout the lifespan, from childhood to adulthood. The scientific study of human development seeks to understand and explain how and why people change throughout life. This includes all aspects of human growth, including physical, emotional, intellectual, social, perceptual and personality development. Topics studied in this field include everything from prenatal development to Alzheimer's disease.
7. Educational Psychology:Educational psychology is the branch of psychology concerned with schools, teaching psychology, educational issues and student concerns. Educational psychologists often study how students learn or work directly with students, parents, teachers and administrators to improve student outcomes.

8. Experimental Psychology:Experimental psychology is the branch of psychology that utilizes scientific methods to research the brain and behavior. Many of these techniques are also used by other areas in psychology to conduct research on everything from childhood development to social issues.
9. Forensic Psychology:Forensic psychology is a specialty area that deals with issues related to psychology and the law. Forensic psychologists perform a wide variety of duties, including providing testimony in court cases, assessing children in suspected child abuse cases, preparing children to give testimony and evaluating the mental competence of criminal suspects.

10. Personality Psychology:This branch of psychology is focused on the patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behavior that make a person unique. Some of the best-known theories in psychology have arisen from this field, including Freud's psychoanalytic theory of personality and Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. 11. Social Psychology:Social psychology seeks to explain and understand social behavior and looks at diverse topics including group behavior, social interactions, leadership, nonverbal communication and social influences on decision-making.

Historical bacg:Psychologists have been concerned with the study of consciousness since Wilhelm Wundt
conducted studies on the subject at the University of Leipzig in 1879. William James in 1890 described the mind as a stream of consciousness, a continuous flow of changing images, sensations, feelings, and thoughts. (To illustrate for yourself the concept of stream of consciousness, simply keep track of all your thoughts and feelings for 5 minutes, particularly while in class.) Edward Titchener (18671927) used a technique called introspection, whereby individuals could be trained to analyze conscious experiences. Sigmund Freud (18561939) was particularly interested in the lack of consciousness, the unconscious. Freud believed that the unconscious is a reservoir of unacceptable thoughts, wishes, and feelings that are beyond conscious awareness and that can be reached by psychoanalytic techniques.

B. F. Skinner (1904-1990) was a behaviorist best known for his research on operant conditioning and the discovery of schedules of reinforcement. Schedules of reinforcement influence how quickly a behavior is acquired and the strength of a response. The schedules described by Skinner are fixed-ratio schedules, fixed-variable schedules, variable-ratio schedules, and variable-interval schedules.
Albert Banduras (1925-Present) research in behavioral psychology emphasized the role of observational learning. Bandura is best known for his bobo doll studies, in which young children watched a film showing a woman beating up a doll. Children were then allowed to play with the same doll they had observed in the film. The effect of observational learning became apparent when the children began beating up the doll, imitating the behavior of the woman in the film. Bandura currently works at Stanford. Carl Rogers (1902-1987) was a humanist psychologist who believed that all people have an actualizing tendency-a drive to fulfill individual potential that motivates behavior. Rogers called healthy individuals "fully-functioning", describing these individuals as those who are open to experience, live in the moment, trust their own judgement, feel free, and are creative.