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A Treatise on Algebra, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Peacock, George

 
9781527725812: A Treatise on Algebra, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Unlock the foundations of algebra with a clear, structured approach that separates arithmetic from symbolic reasoning.

This first volume presents arithmetical algebra as the study of symbols representing numbers and operations with well-defined limits. It explains why symbols like + and - behave as in ordinary arithmetic, while also showing how extending these ideas leads to a broader symbolic algebra. You’ll see how the author distinguishes arithmetic from symbolical algebra to keep concepts clear, and how this separation widens the scope of number theory and arithmetical processes.



The work emphasizes careful definitions and the necessity of hypotheses for connecting terms in proportion, work, and cause-and-effect. It explains how general results arise from the rules of arithmetical algebra, and how symbolical algebra removes certain restrictions to reveal broader, more flexible results. The goal is a unified view that respects the limits of each system while highlighting their shared foundations.




  • How arithmetical algebra limits operations to defined numerical values and homogeneous expressions

  • How symbolical algebra extends rules to more general forms while preserving logical consistency

  • Practical guidance on forming and interpreting proportions, causes and effects, and work-related problems



Ideal for readers seeking a solid, methodical introduction to algebra’s two traditions and their early connections to number theory.

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