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Butts, Thomas – Mathematics Teacher, 1985
The use of trial-and-error strategies to solve problems is endorsed. Types of problems with which trial and error is effective are discussed, with examples of how it is used, and teaching considerations are briefly considered. A computer program for one problem is included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Discovery Learning, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Sets