How Does One Cut a Triangle? - Alexander Soifer

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Résumé :
This second edition of Alexander Sofier's How Does One Cut a Triangle? demonstrates how different areas of mathematics can be juxtaposed in the solution of a given problem. To develop a clear mini-model of mathematical research, Sofier employs geometry, algebra, trigonometry, linear algebra, and rings. The author brings mathematics alive by giving the audience, primarily high school students, a taste of what mathematicians do. His book presents open problems which invite the reader to actively play the role of the mathematician. By doing so, the author skillfully inspires the reader to discover uncharted solutions while using his analytical proofs and counter-examples as a guide....

Biographie:
s: Our Joint Problems.- Convex Figures and Erd#x0151...

Sommaire:
The Original Book.- A Pool Table, Irrational Numbers, and Integral Independence.- How Does One Cut a Triangle? I.- Excursions in Algebra.- How Does One Cut a Triangle? II.- Excursion in Trigonometry.- Is There Anything Beyond the Solution?.- Pursuit of the Best Result.- Convex Figures and the Function S().- Paul Erd#x0151...