Discovering Modern Mathematics 5

Published by Ginn and Company A Xerox Company

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BOOK: Previous Owner Markings; Repaired; Corners, Spine, Boards Bumped; Heavy Shelf Rub to Boards; Spine Slightly Cocked; Edges Heavily Soiled; Slight Yellowing Due to Age. DUST JACKET: None, As Issued. COVER DESIGN: Just as man in different parts of the world speaks different languages, he uses different symbols for numbers. The ten symbols on the cover of this book are some of the symbols that man has used for the number "five". CONTENTS: Chapter 1 Number and Numeral; Chapter 2 Roman Numerals; Chapter 3 Sets and Subsets; Chapter 4 Geometric Planes; Chapter 5 Area; Chapter 6 Volume; Chapter 7 Positive and Negative Numbers; Year-End Test; Extra Practice (Sets 1-60); Extra Exercises (Sets 1-27); Extra Problems (Sets 1-7); Marginal Exercises; Index. EXCERPT: PREFACE The exploration of space, the increasing use of computers, and the extension of mathematics into every field of endeavour demand a greater understanding of the basic concepts and principles of mathematics than ever before. Thus the author's main objective in Discovering Modern Mathematics is to provide every pupil with a foundation of meaningful and practical mathematics. Many topics have been introduced using traditional approaches and practices; many have been re-interpreted in the terms of modern mathematical thinking. Some of the new topics introduced include number sentences, inequalities, the number line, and elementary geometric ideas. Throughout, the authors have attempted to select content that is necessary and appropriate for children at this grade level. The authors hope that the material selected will stimulate the interest of the pupils and enable them to apply mathematical principles with greater understanding. The needs of individual pupils have been carefully considered. Identification symbols indicate the reteaching material and extra practice for specific topics. Problem sets include "A" problems for all pupils and "B" problems requiring more thought and understanding for solution by pupils with above-average ability. Each chapter is concluded with tests of understanding, computational skills, and problem-solving ability. Also provided at the back of the book are extra sets of computational exercises, activities, and problems. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. …

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Title
Discovering Modern Mathematics 5
Author
Bornhold, D. L.; Scott, H. A.; Soloman, J. W.; Tindale, W. A.
Publisher
Ginn and Company A Xerox Company
Condition
Good
Dust jacket
No Jacket (As Issued)
Binding
Hard Cover
Edition
Fifth Edition 5th Printing.
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