Exploring the World of Mathematics: From Ancient Record Keeping to the Latest Advances in Computers (Exploring (New Leaf Press)) (The Exploring)

John Hudson Tiner

ISBN 10: 0890514127 / ISBN 13: 9780890514122

Edité par Master Books, 2004

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Synopsis :

Numbers surround us. Just try to make it through a day without using any. It's impossible: telephone numbers, calendars, volume settings, shoe sizes, speed limits, weights, street numbers, microwave timers, TV channels, and the list goes on and on. The many advancements and branches of mathematics were developed through the centuries as people encountered problems and relied upon math to solve them.' It's amazing how ten simple digits can be used in an endless number of ways to benefit man. The development of these ten digits and their many uses is the fascinating story you hold in your hands: 'Exploring the World of Mathematics.

Présentation de l'éditeur: Numbers surround us. Just try to make it through a day without using any. It's impossible: telephone numbers, calendars, volume settings, shoe sizes, speed limits, weights, street numbers, microwave timers, TV channels, and the list goes on and on. The many advancements and branches of mathematics were developed through the centuries as people encountered problems and relied upon math to solve them.' It's amazing how ten simple digits can be used in an endless number of ways to benefit man. The development of these ten digits and their many uses is the fascinating story you hold in your hands: 'Exploring the World of Mathematics.

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Titre : Exploring the World of Mathematics: From ...
Éditeur : Master Books
Date d'édition : 2004
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : Acceptable