Mathematical Puzzle Tales

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : American Mathematical Soc.
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781470451783

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Mathematical Puzzle Tales by Martin Gardner Pdf

Martin Gardner is widely known for his writing on recreational mathematics, not least for the myriad problems he has devised over some 25 years for Scientific American. In this book are 36 of his best brainteasers. These are not simply cunning puzzles, but serve to illustrate the art of the mathematician as problem solver, and their solution draws on ideas from topology, probability, number theory, logic and beyond. Fully worked answers are given, which, in turn, lead to additional problems for the reader. For anybody who likes to solve mathematical problems, this book will be both entertaining and a challenge.

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : MAA Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Mathematical recreations
ISBN : UOM:49015001135327

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Riddles of the Sphinx by Martin Gardner Pdf

"Solving these riddles is not simply a matter of logic and calculation, though these play a role. Luck and inspiration are factors as well, so beginners and experts alike may profitably exercise their wits on Gardner's problems, whose subjects range from geometry to word play to questions relating to physics and geology. We guarantee that you will solve some of these riddles, be stumped by others, and be amused by almost all of the stories and settings that Gardner has devised to raise these questions." --Back cover.

Author : Andy Liu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2022-12-29
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781000840698

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Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus by Andy Liu Pdf

Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus uses fascinating tales from Greek Mythology as the background for introducing mathematics puzzles to the general public. A background in high school mathematics will be ample preparation for using this book, and it should appeal to anyone who enjoys puzzles and recreational mathematics. Features: Combines the arts and science, and emphasizes the fact that mathematics straddles both domains. Great resource for students preparing for mathematics competitions, and the trainers of such students.

Author : Andy Liu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2022-12-29
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781000840650

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Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus by Andy Liu Pdf

Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus uses fascinating tales from Greek Mythology as the background for introducing mathematics puzzles to the general public. A background in high school mathematics will be ample preparation for using this book, and it should appeal to anyone who enjoys puzzles and recreational mathematics. Features: Combines the arts and science, and emphasizes the fact that mathematics straddles both domains. Great resource for students preparing for mathematics competitions, and the trainers of such students.

Author : Andrew Chiang-Fung Liu
Publisher : A K Peters/CRC Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1003362842

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Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus by Andrew Chiang-Fung Liu Pdf

"Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus uses fascinating tales from Greek Mythology as the background for introducing mathematics puzzles to the general public. A background in high school mathematics will be ample preparation for using this book, and it should appeal to anyone who enjoys puzzles and recreational mathematics. Features Combines the arts and science, and emphasizes the fact that mathematics straddles both domains. Great resource for students preparing for mathematics competitions, and the trainers of such students"--

Author : Andrew Chiang-Fung Liu,Andy Liu
Publisher : A K Peters/CRC Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Mathematical recreations
ISBN : 1032424540

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Mathematical Puzzle Tales from Mount Olympus by Andrew Chiang-Fung Liu,Andy Liu Pdf

This book uses fascinating tales from Greek Mythology as the background for introducing mathematics puzzles to the general public. A background in high school mathematics will be ample preparation for using this book, and it should appeal to anyone who enjoys puzzles and recreational mathematics.

Author : Dennis E. Shasha
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-17
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780393349993

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Puzzling Adventures: Tales of Strategy, Logic, and Mathematical Skill by Dennis E. Shasha Pdf

Hours of recreational reckoning. Collected and enhanced from Dennis Shasha's popular Scientific American column, here are thirty-six of the most innovative and emotive mathematical puzzles ever to appear in its pages. Edgy, challenging and representing the ultimate in recreational mathematical games, Puzzling Adventures dares the reader to work out the logic underlying venture fund investments, escape a Minotaur, catch a polar bear, play power politics, work out if a witness is lying, spy on contraband traders and verify DNA. An encrypted set of stories and commentary float above the puzzles. They need decrypting to discover their hints. The hints lead to a surprise—if the reader can work them out.

Author : Yakov Perelman
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-02
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9780486803456

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Figures for Fun by Yakov Perelman Pdf

"Does your brain need a workout? Are you wondering what to do? Well this could be the book for you! This is a great book for anyone who is looking for a challenge and, if you get too stuck, the author kindly also provided the answers at the end of each chapter!" — Splashes Into Books Give your mind a playful workout with this collection of more than 100 inventive puzzles. Finding the solutions requires only minimal mathematical knowledge and will test your imagination as well as your brainpower. The motley collection ranges from conundrums and mathematical stunts to practical situations involving counting and measuring. Chess problems, magic squares, and a host of other intriguing scenarios will amuse and challenge puzzle enthusiasts and fans of recreational mathematics. Answers appear at the end of each chapter. These puzzles are the inventions of a gifted Soviet mathematician, Yakov Perelman, whose popular science books on astronomy, physics, and mathematics inspired generations of readers. Perelman's distinctive style, abounding in wit and ingenuity, adds a special flair to his timeless riddles and brainteasers.

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1983-07-01
Category : Logic
ISBN : 0140064664

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Science Fiction Puzzle Tales by Martin Gardner Pdf

Author : Lewis Carroll
Publisher : Jazzybee Verlag
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9783849621681

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A Tangled Tale by Lewis Carroll Pdf

This is the extended and annotated edition including * an extensive biographical annotation about the author and his life * all the original illustrations A Tangled Tale is a collection of ten brief humorous stories by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson), published serially between April 1880 and March 1885 in The Monthly Packet magazine. Arthur B. Frost added illustrations when the series was printed in book form. The stories, or Knots as Carroll calls them, present mathematical problems. In a later issue, Carroll gives the solution to a Knot and discusses readers' answers. The mathematical interpretations of the Knots are not always straightforward. The ribbing of readers answering wrongly — giving their names — was not always well received. (from wikipedia)

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : Random House Value Publishing
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : IND:39000002258940

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Science Fiction Puzzle Tales by Martin Gardner Pdf

Thirty-six science fiction stories contain brain-teasing puzzles for the reader to solve.

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-10
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780486320328

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My Best Mathematical and Logic Puzzles by Martin Gardner Pdf

The noted expert selects 70 of his favorite "short" puzzles, including such mind-bogglers as The Returning Explorer, The Mutilated Chessboard, Scrambled Box Tops, and dozens more involving logic and basic math. Solutions included.

Author : Theoni Pappas
Publisher : Wide World Pub Tetra
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1884550703

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Puzzles from Penrose the Mathematical Cat by Theoni Pappas Pdf

The famous mathematical cat Penrose takes us on a trip though puzzleland, while sharing fascinating and challenging puzzles in this uniquely designed mini book. Each page's puzzle is introduced by our star Penrose or one of his quirky friends. Readers are treated to page after page of Penrose antics and problems, while the over 100 mind teasers stimulate and engage its readers gray cells, This book's mini format and fun graphics makes it hard to resist picking up, and its characters and puzzles are sure to entertain both kids or adults.

Author : Merle Mitchell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Mathematical recreations
ISBN : UVA:X000621726

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Mathematical History by Merle Mitchell Pdf

Presents the history and principles of mathematics through puzzles, stories, and games.

Author : Sam Loyd
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1959
Category : Mathematical recreations
ISBN : 0486204987

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Mathematical Puzzles by Sam Loyd Pdf

Bizarre imagination, originality, trickiness, and whimsy characterize puzzles of Sam Loyd, America's greatest puzzler. Present selection from fabulously rare Cyclopedia includes the famous 14-15 puzzles, the Horse of a Different Color, and 115 others in various areas of elementary math. 150 period line drawings.