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9781527894686: Carleton's Compendium of Practical Arithmetic

Synopsis

This book is an early 19th-century arithmetic textbook intended for use by American children being educated in the newly founded United States. It describes fundamental arithmetic principles such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication, working through basic and intermediate questions with additional advanced concepts for older students. Additionally, the book includes supplemental tables with information such as currency exchange rates and Federal weights and measures. The author's style involves clear instructions and examples, providing a solid foundation for further education in more advanced mathematical concepts.

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