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Joyner, Virginia G.; Haggard, Paul W. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1990
Discusses how to express an n factorial as a product of powers of primes. Provides two examples and answers. Presents four related suggestions. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computation, Division

Moore, Theodore F. – AMATYC Review, 1990
Provides several problems and their solutions for a descriptive statistics course. Included are problems related to measurement, data collection, sample construction, applications, and computation. Discusses the misleading nature of statistics. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics

Wielenberg, Peggy – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Discusses geometric construction problems. Presents four ways to construct a regular octagon using different conditions. Provides drawings showing the constructions. (YP)
Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions, Geometry, Mathematics Materials

Milton, Ken – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Presented are example activities which are typical of the topic focus and methods of approach evident in the Algebraic Thinking in Children (ATIC) project. This project is aimed at assisting children to ultimately make sense of formal algebra when it is presented. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Foreign Countries
Artino, Ralph A., Comp.; And Others – 1982
This volume contains the Annual High School Mathematics Examinations given 1973 through 1982, supplementing three previous compilations. The examinations provide challenging problems which teach, stimulate, and provide enjoyment for both participants and readers. In addition to presenting the ten examinations, consisting of 35 problems for the…
Descriptors: Answer Keys, Competition, High Schools, Mathematical Enrichment
Herrick, Margery – 1980
Twenty-seven supplemental lessons for primary students involving mathematical thought problems on addition, subtraction, and comparison (e.g., greater than and less than) are presented. Each of the lessons contains 10 or more problems which students either hear or read and then respond to either orally or on written answer sheets. The materials in…
Descriptors: Addition, Arithmetic, Educational Games, Enrichment Activities

Bright, George W. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1978
Using the two posters in this article, students are to search for patterns as a way of counting different types of squares and cubes obtained from a larger square or cube that is printed on the outside edge or surface. (MP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Instruction

Hosmer, Patricia C. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1986
Problems were developed by third graders involving holiday customs in one of the countries of their ancestors. Eight sample problems are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Grade 3, Learning Activities

Leutzinger, Larry P. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1987
These activities involve students in interpreting story problems, drawing their own conclusions, and making guesses. Four worksheets, for levels 1-8, are included, along with teaching suggestions. (MNS)
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities

Kennedy, Robert E.; And Others – School Science and Mathematics, 1983
To help mathematics teachers introduce and reinforce concepts and processes by using relevant problems, several such problems are presented and discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Functions (Mathematics), Geometric Concepts, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Instruction
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1980
Problems are presented that can be solved with a microcomputer which explore the binary, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems and related problems. (Author/TG)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Education

Hoffer, Alan – Mathematics Teacher, 1981
Five basic skill areas needing more attention in standard high school geometry are discussed. Levels of student mental development in geometry and a need for less emphasis on formal proofs are reviewed. (MP)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Cognitive Development, Geometric Concepts, Geometry

Swetz, Frank J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Discussed is the benefit of the inclusion of historical material in a student's text. Several geometry problems are used as examples. A suggested list of problem sources is provided in the appendix. (YP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Geometric Constructions, Geometry, Mathematical Enrichment

Barry, Donald – Mathematics Teacher, 1992
Presents 14 distinct methods to determine the sine of the angle formed by the line segments joining one vertex of a square to the midpoints of the nonadjacent sides. Nine methods were developed by mathematics club participants preparing for mathematics competitions and the remaining five by faculty members. (MDH)
Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Geometry, High Schools, Mathematics Education

Kurtzke, John F. – Mathematics Teacher, 1990
Presented is the problem of determining alternative schedules for major league baseball. Equations of the schedule, conditions on the solutions, and solutions are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Baseball, Creative Thinking, Learning Activities