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Eperson, D. B. – Mathematics in School, 1985
Presents six mathematical problems (with answers) which focus on: (1) chess moves; (2) patterned numbers; (3) quadratics with rational roots; (4) number puzzles; (5) Euclidean geometry; and (6) Carrollian word puzzles. (JN)
Descriptors: Algebra, Geometry, Mathematics Education, Numbers
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Eperson, D. B. – Mathematics in School, 1984
Fifteen mathematical puzzles and problems are presented. Areas investigated include pentominoes, arithmetic, fractions, and dissections (dissecting) a shape into two pieces that can be fitted together to form a square. Answers for each puzzle and problems are included. (JN)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Fractions, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education
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Fakler, Robert – Mathematics in School, 1990
Describes a model for geometrical probability. Presents two examples of basic theories of probability using geometrical probability. Provides three problems using the described theorem. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computation, Geometric Concepts, Higher Education
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Mathematics in School, 1990
Presented are eight student worksheets of block problems. Included are diagrams of the squares and hollow squares involved and a separate answer sheet for the problems. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education
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Tapson, Frank – Mathematics in School, 1986
Provides four pages of practice problems covering the skills of multiplication, addition, and subtraction. Follows the premise that many arithmetic operations be done in working toward a solution. The sheets could be photocopied as worksheets or handouts. (JM)
Descriptors: Addition, Elementary School Mathematics, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
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Eperson, D. B. – Mathematics in School, 1986
Provides domino geometry problems, problems with arithmetic progressions, and magic pentagram sums. (JM)
Descriptors: Addition, Geometry, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities
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Vaughan, Ed – Mathematics in School, 1986
Develops a classification scheme for mathematical problem-solving activities. Presents problems generated in solid and plane geometry and fractions. (JM)
Descriptors: Classification, Curriculum Development, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions
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MacKinnon, Nick – Mathematics in School, 1989
Discusses making tessellations by using a polyomino. Illustrates the various ways for various shapes of polyomino. Provides several diagrams and instructional guides. (YP)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics
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Kitchen, Ann – Mathematics in School, 1989
Discusses three types of bridges to determine how best to model each one: (1) drawbridge; (2) balance bridge; and (3) bascule bridge. Describes four experiments with assumptions, analyses, interpretations, and validations. Provides several diagrams and pictures of the bridges, and typical data. (YP)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematical Formulas
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Collins, John – Mathematics in School, 1990
Presented is a set of mathematics problems associated with the characteristics, production, and consumption of chicken eggs. Student assignment sheets are included. (CW)
Descriptors: Agricultural Production, Algebra, Animals, Graphs
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Pritchard, Alan – Mathematics in School, 1990
Described is the use of a commercial computer software package, "Dust," to enhance mathematical learning in the classroom. Samples of mathematics problems presented in this game which is a simulation of an adventure in outer space are presented. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games