Paradoxes in Mathematics

Paradoxes in Mathematics
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 182
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ISBN-10 : 9780486497167
ISBN-13 : 048649716X
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Book Synopsis Paradoxes in Mathematics by : Stanley J. Farlow

Download or read book Paradoxes in Mathematics written by Stanley J. Farlow and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2014-04-23 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compiled by a prominent educator and author, this volume presents an intriguing mix of mathematical paradoxes — phenomena with surprising outcomes that can be resolved mathematically. Students and puzzle enthusiasts will get plenty of enjoyment mixed with a bit of painless mathematical instruction from 30 conundrums, including The Birthday Paradox, Aristotle's Magic Wheel, and A Greek Tragedy.


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