This is a collection of intriguing mathematical problems and activities arising from our everyday experience.
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This is a collection of intriguing mathematical problems and activities, linked by common themes that all involve objects from our everyday experience. The necessary mathematics is explained fully along the way. Mathematics educators will find this an invaluable resource of fresh and innovative approaches to topics in mathematics.
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Seller: Books for Life, LAUREL, MD, U.S.A.
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Seller: Conover Books, Martinsville, VA, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Minor edge and corner wear; lightly scuffed and scratched; spine is gently creased; some light shelf wear; ex-library with the usual library markings; overall a nice used copy! Brown and green wrapper with black and brown lettering. 218 informative and educational pages nicely enhanced by black and white photographs and illustrations! "Sophisticated mathematics is accessible to all. This book proves it! This is a collection of intriguing mathematical problems and activities linked by common themes that all involve working with objects from our everyday experience. Learn about the mathematics of a bagel, a checkerboard and a pile of laundry for example. Discover for yourself that wheels need not be round, that braids need not have free ends, that it's always best to turn around twice - and more! Mathematics is all around us, we all do mathematics every day. The activities contained in this book are immediate, catchy and fun, but upon investigation, begin to unfold into surprising layers of depth and new perspectives. The necessary mathematics, in increasing levels of difficulty, is explained fully along the way. Mathematics educators will find this an invaluable resource of fresh and innovative approaches to topics in mathematics.". Seller Inventory # 052166
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Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 10809795-75
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003410750
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Trade paperback. Condition: Good. Ex-library. Trade paperback (US). Contains: Illustrations. Classroom Resource Materials. Audience: General/trade. Seller Inventory # Alibris.0009243
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 218 pages. 9.75x7.00x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0883857170
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