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Techniques of problem solving / Steven G. Krantz.

By: Krantz, Steven G. (Steven George), 1951-.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Providence, RI : American Mathematical Society, 1997Description: xiii, 465 p. : ill. ; 26 cm. + pbk.ISBN: 082180619X.Subject(s): Problem solvingDDC classification: 510.76
Contents:
Basic concepts -- A deeper look at geometry -- Problems involving counting -- Problem of logic -- Recreational math -- Algebra and analysis -- A miscellany -- Real life.
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Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode Item holds
General Lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 510.76 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00015287
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The purpose of this book is to teach the basic principles of problem solving, including both mathematical and non-mathematical problems. This book will help students to: translate verbal discussions into analytical data; learn problem-solving methods for attacking collections of analytical questions or data; build a personal arsenal of internalized problem-solving techniques and solutions; and, become 'armed problem solvers', ready to do battle with a variety of puzzles in different areas of life. Taking a direct and practical approach to the subject matter, Krantz's book stands apart from others like it in that it incorporates exercises throughout the text. After many solved problems are given, a 'Challenge Problem' is presented. Additional problems are included for readers to tackle at the end of each chapter. There are more than 350 problems in all. This book won the CHOICE Outstanding Academic Book Award for 1997. A Solutions Manual to most end-of-chapter exercises is available.

Bibliography: (pages 361-363) and index.

Basic concepts -- A deeper look at geometry -- Problems involving counting -- Problem of logic -- Recreational math -- Algebra and analysis -- A miscellany -- Real life.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Basic concepts (Chapter 1)
  • A deeper look at geometry (Chapter 2)
  • Problems involving counting (Chapter 3)
  • Problems of logic (Chapter 4)
  • Recreational math (Chapter 5)
  • Algebra and analysis (Chapter 6)
  • A miscellany (Chapter 7)
  • Real life (Chapter 8)
  • Bibliography
  • Index

Reviews provided by Syndetics

CHOICE Review

Krantz has collected a thoroughly engaging arsenal of problems and problem-solving techniques. Most scientists will want to have a copy for personal reference and for the mental stimulation that it provides. It is well written in a style that encourages the reader to become actively involved--in each chapter a few specific examples and explanations are given, and then a myriad of fascinating related problems are provided. After a delightful introductory chapter, the chapters are primarily organized around specific techniques and their applicability in areas such as geometry, logic, recreational math, and counting. The book is written in a linear fashion that makes it advisable to tackle problems in sequential order. It requires only a minimal mathematical background in algebra, trigonometry, and geometry, and would be an excellent tool for teaching novices to read some mathematics. Recommended. All levels. J. M. Clark; Emory and Henry College

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Steven G. Krantz is an accomplished mathematician and an award-winning author. He has published more than 150 research articles and over 50 books. He has worked as an editor of several book series, research journals, and for the Notices of the AMS.

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