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An Excel-lent Card Trick
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Zullo, Holly S. – Mathematics Teacher, 2011
Card tricks based on mathematical principles can be a great way to get students interested in exploring some important mathematical ideas. In this article, the author discusses a simple spreadsheet implementation that shows students why the card trick works and allows them to explore several variations. As an added bonus, students are introduced…
Descriptors: Mathematical Concepts, Teaching Methods, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction