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1. Number Systems. Popular Lectures in Mathematics.

Author

Chicago Univ., IL. Dept. of Mathematics. and Fomin, S. V.

Abstract

The origin, properties, and applications of various number systems are discussed. Among the 15 topics discussed are: tests for divisibility, the binary system, the game of Nim, computers, and infinite number representations. (MK)

Published
1974

2. Romany Grammar.

Author

Kepaski, Krume and Jusuf, Shaip

Abstract

An English translation of a grammar of the language used by the Roma, a group of wanderers living in many countries, united by a common language, and often called Bohemians or gypsies, begins with a translator's preface concerning the group's history and the development of the language and dialects. Preliminary material contains a brief history of the Roma and their language presented in both English and Romany. An introductory section describes the Romany alphabet and sound system and basic facts of grammar. Subsequent sections outline in detail the principles of the declension system, derivational morphology, pronouns, numbers, verb tenses and characteristics, indeclinable words, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, interjections, particles, orthography, syntax, grammatical agreement, complex sentence structure, and punctuation. A 67-page Romany-to-English glossary is also included. (MSE)

Published
1985

3. Corrections.

Subjects
*NUMBER systems
Abstract

A correction to the article "Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Tulsa Race Massacre Lawsuit" in the June 13, 2024 issue is presented which discusses the final dismissal of a lawsuit seeking reparations for the Tulsa Race Massacre by the Oklahoma Supreme Court.

Published
2024

6. Beastly Arithmetic.

Author

ANGIER, NATALIE

Subjects
*NUMBER systems, *ANIMAL species, *ANIMAL behavior
Abstract

The article examines the sense of arithmetic implanted in species such as frogs, fishes and monkeys, highlighting their characteristics, behaviors and abilities.

Published
2018

7. Unexpected Ways of Counting.

Author

Cheng, Eugenia

Subjects
*SEXADECIMAL system, *WEBSITES, *COUNTING, *DECIMAL system, *NUMBER systems
Published
2019

8. SUDOKU.

Subjects
SUDOKU, NUMBER systems
Published
2017

9. UK telephone renumbering is put back by a year to 1995

Subjects
United Kingdom. Office of Telecommunications, Upgrading, Impact Analysis, Number Systems, Telephone System, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. Office of Telecommunications -- Laws, regulations and rules, Telephone systems -- Laws, regulations and rules
Published
1992

10. British Telecom expected to shelve new numbering scheme

Author

Gold, Steve

Subjects
Telephones, Number Systems, Strategic Planning, Long-Distance Telephone Service, British Telecommunications PLC -- Planning, Telephone -- Planning
Abstract

British Telecom Expected To Shelve New Numbering Scheme 04/01/92 LONDON, ENGLAND, 1992 APR 1 (NB) -- Sources within British Telecom have confirmed a report in the March 2 edition of […]

Published
1992

12. Corrections.

Subjects
*AIR France Flight 4590 Crash, Gonesse, France, 2000, *PERIODICAL articles, *MANSLAUGHTER, *NUMBER systems, *AIRLINE industry
Abstract

A correction to the article regarding the misstated flight number of the crashed Air France Concorde flight in France is presented.

Published
2012

13. Metropolitan Diary.

Author

DEJARNETTE, ANTHONY

Subjects
*QUEUING theory, *NUMBER systems, *CONSONANTS, *VOWELS, *PATIENCE
Abstract

Dear Diary: Waiting in the city's bowels For numbers, consonants and vowels Can rob a patient man of all his cool. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2012

14. How do I love numbers? Let me count the ways.

Author

Clubb, SHAWN

Subjects
NUMBER systems, POPULAR culture
Abstract

The article offers trivial information about the association of numbers with cultural references, including number three and the number of bears Goldilocks encountered, and number four and the maximum number of runs that can be scored in one play in baseball.

Published
2012

15. Here's more strange-but-useful math.

Author

Jacobsen, Pamela D.

Subjects
*NUMBER systems
Abstract

Discusses the multiplicity of the numerous methods of numeration.

Published
2000

16. Countless ways to count.

Author

Huntington, Sharon

Subjects
*NUMBER systems
Abstract

Presents information on symbols used by different cultures, to represent numbers. Definition of a set of symbols used to represent quantities; Information on a writing system developed by the Egyptians; Number system of Maya Indians of Central America. INSETS: Hieroglyphics (Picture writing).;Roman numerals.;Design your own number system, by S.H.;Indian numerals.

Published
1996

17. Detente with Your Apple

Author

O'Brien, B.

Subjects
Microcomputer, Machine Language, Codes, ASCII, Protocol, Binary Number System, Number Systems, Parity Checking, Modem
Published
1985

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