The Green Book of Mathematical Problems (Dover Books on Mathematics)
Hardy, Kenneth; Williams, Kenneth S.
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Language: English
Published by Dover Publications, 2013
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- Title
- The Green Book of Mathematical Problems (Dover Books on Mathematics)
- Author
- Hardy, Kenneth; Williams, Kenneth S.
- Publisher
- Dover Publications
- Publication year
- 2013
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0486695735
- ISBN 13
- 9780486695730
- Item weight
- 7 ounces
- Dimensions
- 5x0x8
This convenient volume offers a popular selection of 100 practice problems — with hints and solutions — for students preparing for undergraduate-level math competitions. The challenging brainteasers will also appeal to anyone interested in problems concerning real numbers, differential equations, integrals, polynomials, sets, and other mathematical topics.
The hints are very helpful and the solutions are easy to follow. Questions drawn from geometry, group theory and linear algebra involve subjects ranging from multivariate integration to finite series to infinite sums and classical analysis. The only prerequisite is a high school-level background in mathematics. Problem-solvers at varying degrees of proficiency will find this treasury of top-notch numerical puzzles an invitation to hone their mathematical skills as well as a source of stimulating entertainment.
The hints are very helpful and the solutions are easy to follow. Questions drawn from geometry, group theory and linear algebra involve subjects ranging from multivariate integration to finite series to infinite sums and classical analysis. The only prerequisite is a high school-level background in mathematics. Problem-solvers at varying degrees of proficiency will find this treasury of top-notch numerical puzzles an invitation to hone their mathematical skills as well as a source of stimulating entertainment.
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This handy volume offers a rich selection of 100 problems--with hints and solutions-- specially chosen to aid students preparing for the William Lowell Putnam and other undergraduate mathematical competitions. However, these challenging brainteasers will be of interest to anyone interested in undergraduate level mathematical problems dealing with real numbers.
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