Lapses Mathematical Reasoning (11 results)

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Designed as a method for teaching correct mathematical thinking to high school students, this book contains a brilliantly constructed series of what the authors call lapses, erroneous statements that are part of a larger mathematical argument. These lapses lead to sophism or mathematical absurdities. The ingenious idea behind this technique is to lead the student deliberately toward a clearly false conclusion. The teacher and student then go back and analyze the lapse as a way to correct the problem.The authors begin by focusing on exercises in refuting erroneous mathematical arguments and their classification. The remaining chapters discuss examples of false arguments in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and approximate computations. Ideally, students will come to the correct insights and conclusions on their own; however, each argument is followed by a detailed analysis of the false reasoning. Stimulating and unique, this book is an intriguing and enjoyable way to teach students critical mathematical reasoning skills.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Designed as a method for teaching correct mathematical thinking to high school students, this book contains a brilliantly constructed series of what the authors call lapses, erroneous statements that are part of a larger mathematical argument. These lapses lead to sophism or mathematical absurdities. The ingenious idea behind this technique is to lead the student deliberately toward a clearly false conclusion. The teacher and student then go back and analyze the lapse as a way to correct the problem.The authors begin by focusing on exercises in refuting erroneous mathematical arguments and their classification. The remaining chapters discuss examples of false arguments in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and approximate computations. Ideally, students will come to the correct insights and conclusions on their own; however, each argument is followed by a detailed analysis of the false reasoning. Stimulating and unique, this book is an intriguing and enjoyable way to teach students critical mathematical reasoning skills.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: acceptable. Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Later Edition. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: wraps. 1963 Paperback Edition. This is a near fine, unmarked paperback copy, gray spine.

Softcover. Condition: neuwertig. - Neuwertiger Zustand, engl., Namensstempel auf dem Vorsatz - In englischer Sprache. 201 S. pages. 21,5 x 13,5 cm.

Condition: Very Good. 8vo. softcover. 201pp. Very good.

Condition: New.

Condition: Good. Volume 5. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,350grams, ISBN.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.