Intellectual Arithmetic, or an Analysis of the Science of Numbers: With Especial Reference Mental Training and Development (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles Davies

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 065603825X ISBN 13: 9780656038251

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock the building blocks of numbers and sharpen your mind with practical arithmetic.

This classic instructional work presents a clear, step‑by‑step approach to the science of numbers. It frames arithmetic as a mental tool for memory, abstraction, and logical reasoning, starting from the unit and building up through bases, fractions, and the meanings behind each operation. The book is designed to be accessible to younger learners while offering a rigorous, scientific structure for more advanced students.

• Learn how numbers are built from a base and a unit, and how every arithmetical process connects to the element 1
• Understand fractions, their units, and how to compare and reduce them to the lowest terms
• See practical methods for adding fractional units and solving everyday problems that involve common measurements and quantities
• Explore a unified approach that links arithmetic to early algebra, with exercises and guided analysis

Ideal for students beginning their study of numbers, and for teachers seeking a well‑structured, methodical reference on mental training through arithmetic. The edition presents foundational concepts with careful definitions and progressive lessons, making it a reliable companion for both classroom use and self‑paced learning.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 065603825X
• ISBN 13: 9780656038251
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 182