Understanding Infinity: The Mathematics of Infinite Processes (Dover Books on Mathematics)

Gardiner, A.

ISBN 10: 048642538X / ISBN 13: 9780486425382

Edité par Dover Publications, Inc., 2002

Copyright 2002, ISBN matches listing. Clean, solid copy with unmarked text. Cover has mild surface and edge wear, a taped tear at top edge front cover, center. Binding is tight and square; no creases to spine. An otherwise Like New book at a Good price! We are unable to ship oversize books and multi-volume sets internationally. N° de réf. du vendeur IG32409060014

Synopsis :

Conceived by the author as an introduction to "why the calculus works" (otherwise known as "analysis"), this volume represents a critical reexamination of the infinite processes encountered in elementary mathematics. Part I presents a broad description of the coming parts, and Part II offers a detailed examination of the infinite processes arising in the realm of number--rational and irrational numbers and their representation as infinite decimals. Most of the text is devoted to analysis of specific examples. Part III explores the extent to which the familiar geometric notions of length, area, and volume depend on infinite processes. Part IV defines the evolution of the concept of functions by examining the most familiar examples--polynomial, rational, exponential, and trigonometric functions. Exercises form an integral part of the text, and the author has provided numerous opportunities for students to reinforce their newly acquired skills. Unabridged republication of Infinite Processes as published by Springer-Verlag, New York, 1982. Preface. Advice to the Reader. Index.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Understanding Infinity: The Mathematics of ...
Éditeur : Dover Publications, Inc.
Date d'édition : 2002
Reliure : Paperback
Etat : Good
Etat de la jaquette : None as issued