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Using the Ancient Method of False Position to Find Solutions

Authors :
Edwards, Thomas G.
Source :
Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School. Nov 2008 14(4):252-254.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

Several activities that are based on the ancient method of false position, also called false assumption, are presented in this article as a way to motivate students to find the solution of literal equations in beginning algebra.

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Language :
English
ISSN :
1072-0839
Volume :
14
Issue :
4
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ819064
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive

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