An introduction to the early development of mathematics / / Michael K.J. Goodman

• Pubblicazione: Hoboken, N.J., : Wiley, c2016
• Edizione: 1st ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (252 pages)
• Disciplina: 510.9/014
• Soggetto topico: Mathematics - History; Mathematics, Ancient
• Classificazione: 410.2; 510.9/014
• Note generali: "With website"--Cover; Includes bibliographical references and index
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- TITLE PAGE -- COPYRIGHT PAGE -- CONTENTS -- PREFACE -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS -- CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION -- CHAPTER 2 MATHEMATICAL ANTHROPOLOGY -- COUNTING -- ORDER DOESN'T MATTER -- THE COMMUTATIVE PROPERTY -- ADDITION AND SUBTRACTION -- ONE-TO-ONE CORRESPONDENCE -- RECURRING PATTERNS -- GREATER THAN AND LESS THAN -- FRACTIONS (COMPARED TO WHOLE NUMBERS) -- DOUBLING, HALVING -- RATES -- RATIOS -- BIG NUMBERS -- CHAPTER 3 ANCIENT EGYPTIAN MATHEMATICS -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- MORE DIFICULT EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- ANSWERS TO PROBLEMS -- EXERCISE -- CHAPTER 4 ANCIENT CHINESE MATHEMATICS -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- ANSWERS TO PROBLEMS -- CHAPTER 5 BABYLONIAN MATHEMATICS -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- ANSWERS TO PROBLEMS -- CHAPTER 6 MATHEMATICAL ARCHEOLOGY -- THE INCOMPLETENESS OF THE ARCHEOLOGICAL RECORD -- THE STRANGENESS OF THE ANCIENT NUMBER SYSTEMS -- CHAPTER 7 CLASSICAL GREEK MATHEMATICS -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- ANSWERS TO PROBLEMS -- CHAPTER 8 EARLY HINDU MATHEMATICS -- THE FRUIT PROBLEM -- THE TAX PROBLEM -- THE WIZARD PROBLEM -- THE SNAKE PROBLEM -- THE HORSE PROBLEM -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- ANSWERS TO PROBLEMS -- CHAPTER 9 EARLY ARABIAN MATHEMATICS -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- EXERCISE -- ANSWERS TO PROBLEMS -- APPENDIX A: SUGGESTIONS FOR EXERCISES -- ANCIENT EGYPTIAN MATHEMATICS -- ANCIENT CHINESE MATHEMATICS -- BABYLONIAN MATHEMATICS -- CLASSICAL GREEK MATHEMATICS -- EARLY HINDU MATHEMATICS -- EARLY ARABIAN MATHEMATICS -- APPENDIX B: A THEORY ABOUT BASE 60 IN BABYLONIA -- FURTHER READING -- RECOMMENDED WEBSITES AND VIDEOS -- INDEX -- EULA.
• Sommario/riassunto: An easy-to-read presentation of the early history of mathematics Engaging and accessible, An Introduction to the Early Development of Mathematics provides a captivating introduction to the history of ancient mathematics in early civilizations for a nontechnical audience. Written with practical applications in a variety of areas, the book utilizes the historical context of mathematics as a pedagogical tool to assist readers working through mathematical and historical topics. The book is divided into sections on significant early civilizations including Egypt, Babylonia, China, Greece, India, and the Islamic world. Beginning each chapter with a general historical overview of the civilized area, the author highlights the civilization's mathematical techniques, number representations, accomplishments, challenges, and contributions to the mathematical world. Thoroughly class-tested, An Introduction to the Early Development of Mathematics features: Challenging exercises that lead readers to a deeper understanding of mathematics Numerous relevant examples and problem sets with detailed explanations of the processes and solutions at the end of each chapter Additional references on specific topics and keywords from history, archeology, religion, culture, and mathematics Examples of practical applications with step-by-step explanations of the mathematical concepts and equations through the lens of early mathematical problems A companion website that includes additional exercises An Introduction to the Early Development of Mathematics is an ideal textbook for undergraduate courses on the history of mathematics and a supplement for elementary and secondary education majors. The book is also an appropriate reference for professional and trade audiences interested in the history of mathematics. Michael K. J. Goodman is Adjunct Mathematics Instructor at Westchester Community College, where he teaches courses in the history of mathematics, contemporary mathematics, and algebra. He is also the owner and operator of The Learning Miracle, LLC, which provides academic tutoring and test preparation for both college and high school students.
• Titolo autorizzato: An introduction to the early development of mathematics
• ISBN: 1-119-10498-X; 9781119104988
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9911133035603321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II