How the Arabs Invented Algebra: The History of the Concept of VariablesThis mathematical odyssey explains the concepts of variables and constants through the review of how Algebra was invented. Includes a chart of the ancient finger-counting method, various problem-solving sets, and colorful photographs and illustrations of ancient markets and modern-day bazaars. |
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How the Arabs Invented Algebra: The History of the Concept of Variables Tika Downey Limited preview - 2003 |
How the Arabs Invented Algebra: The History of the Concept of Variables Tika Downey No preview available - 2004 |
How the Arabs Invented Algebra: The History of the Concept of Variables Tika Downey No preview available - 2004 |
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