The Western Calculator, or a New and Compendious System of Practical Arithmetic: Containing the Elementary Principles and Rules of Calculation in ... in a Plain and Natural Order; Adapted - Hardcover

Joseph Stockton

9780260165046: The Western Calculator, or a New and Compendious System of Practical Arithmetic: Containing the Elementary Principles and Rules of Calculation in ... in a Plain and Natural Order; Adapted

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ISBN 10: 0260165042 ISBN 13: 9780260165046

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A practical arithmetic primer for schools in the western United States.

This edition offers a plain, natural order of rules and examples, organized to build understanding from simple to more complex topics.

The book presents arithmetic as a connected system, with eight parts that flow into each other. It aims to be clear, concise, and affordable, so schools can adopt it without wasting time or money. The author emphasizes practical use for merchants, mechanics, and farmers, while also easing teachers’ workloads by providing straightforward explanations and illustrations.

Plain, concise rules supported by familiar, gradually challenging examples
A natural, connected structure that helps students see how parts fit into a single system
Designed to be cost-effective and easy to adopt in school programs
Practical guidance geared toward everyday arithmetic in commerce and daily life

Ideal for readers seeking a straightforward, reliable arithmetic foundation suitable for classroom and self-study.

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