Rapid Arithmetic (Classic Reprint): Quick and Special Methods in Arithmetical Calculation, Together With a Collections of Puzzles and Curiosities of Numbers - Softcover

Thomas O''conor Sloane

 
9781330044155: Rapid Arithmetic (Classic Reprint): Quick and Special Methods in Arithmetical Calculation, Together With a Collections of Puzzles and Curiosities of Numbers

Synopsis

Sharpen your mental math with a practical guide to arithmetic concepts and clever problem-solving.

This edition presents a wide range of techniques, from basic operations to more advanced ideas like fractions, exponents, and the decimal system, all aimed at increasing speed and accuracy in real work.

Structured as a supplementary resource, it blends useful methods with interesting number curiosities. The book offers hands-on approaches you can apply to everyday calculations, study problems, and quick mental math tricks that go beyond the standard textbook approach.

  • Clear explanations of notation and signs, with practical examples for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
  • Accessible coverage of fractions, decimals, and percent calculations, including common-denominator strategies
  • Insights into exponents, powers, roots, and the behavior of numbers through real-world applications
  • Numerical curiosities and shortcuts that illuminate patterns in the arithmetic of numbers

Ideal for readers who want a compact, hands-on reference to improve arithmetic fluency and quick calculation skills.

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9781397709097: Rapid Arithmetic (Classic Reprint): Quick and Special Methods in Arithmetical Calculation, Together With a Collections of Puzzles and Curiosities of Numbers

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ISBN 10:  139770909X ISBN 13:  9781397709097
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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