A Power Pattern.

Schwartzman, Steven

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Publication Date: 1988

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A Power Pattern.

Schwartzman, Steven

Mathematics Teacher, v81 n6 p478-80 Sep 1988

Investigates the arithmetic curiosity that when any integer is raised to the fifth power, the digits unit of the result is always the same as the digits unit of the original number. Explores results in number bases other than 10 via the computer. (PK)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Multiplication, Number Concepts, Numbers, Patternmaking, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Whole Numbers

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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