A Manual of Short Methods in Arithmetic, Designed for the Use of Schools and to Facilitate the Arithmetical Calculations of Business and Science (Classic Reprint)

John Hunter

ISBN 10: 1330399862 / ISBN 13: 9781330399866

Published by Forgotten Books, 2015

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Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Manual of Short Methods in Arithmetic, Designed for the Use of Schools and to Facilitate the Arithmetical Calculations of Business and Science (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330399862
• ISBN 13: 9781330399866
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Sehr gut
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

This book delves into the development of the greatest common measure and its usage in solving mathematical problems from the thirty years prior to its publication in 1865 onward. The author explores how the concept of the G.C.M. underwent a shift from serving as a tool for algebraic simplification to a vital step in solving arithmetic problems. The text thoroughly examines the new simplified methods for division, the calculation of prices, and the calculation of compound interest. Additionally, it contains a wealth of exercises and worked examples. The author presents a comprehensive exploration of the G.C.M., making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to master arithmetic and its applications.

About the Author

John G. Hunter, MD
Professor and Chairman
Department of Surgery
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon