About the book
For two decades, an international readership of workers in applied mathematics submitted their favorite puzzles to a mid-twentieth-century column, The Graham Dial. This original collection features 100 of the publication's very best problems, with themes ranging from logic and engineering situations to number theory and geometry. Each problem was specifically selected for its widely differing modes of solution, and most include several methods of solution plus assessments of their efficacy.
In checking their solutions against the book's, readers may find that their interest in the puzzles increases. The search for an answer can develop into a challenge to improve upon existing solutions, as in a friendly competition among dozens of keen-witted, problem-solving engineers and mathematical puzzle fans. More than two dozen \"mathematical nursery rhymes\" appear throughout the book, which concludes with a final section of 25 \"quickies\" that will test readers' speed.
Editions of Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780486205458
- EBook
- ISBN 9780486282930
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For two decades, an international readership of workers in applied mathematics submitted their favorite puzzles to a mid-twentieth-century column, The Graham Dial. This original collection features 100 of the publication's very best problems, with themes ranging from logic and engineering situations to number theory and geometry. Each problem was specifically selected for its widely differing modes of solution, and most include several methods of solution plus assessments of their efficacy.
In checking their solutions against the book's, readers may find that their interest in the puzzles increases. The search for an answer can develop into a challenge to improve upon existing solutions, as in a friendly competition among dozens of keen-witted, problem-solving engineers and mathematical puzzle fans. More than two dozen \"mathematical nursery rhymes\" appear throughout the book, which concludes with a final section of 25 \"quickies\" that will test readers' speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods about?
For two decades, an international readership of workers in applied mathematics submitted their favorite puzzles to a mid-twentieth-century column, The Graham Dial. This original collection features 100 of the publication's very best problems, with themes ranging from logic and engineering situations to number theory and geometry. Each problem was specifically selected for its widely differing modes of solution, and most include several methods of solution plus assessments of their efficacy.
In checking their solutions against the book's, readers may find that their interest in the puzzles increases. The search for an answer can develop into a challenge to improve upon existing solutions, as in a friendly competition among dozens of keen-witted, problem-solving engineers and mathematical puzzle fans. More than two dozen \"mathematical nursery rhymes\" appear throughout the book, which concludes with a final section of 25 \"quickies\" that will test readers' speed.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods?
Mathematics and Science > Science: general issues > Popular science > Popular and recreational mathematics
Where can I read a sample of Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780486205458
Is Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Dover Math Games & Puzzles
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods?
Louis A. Graham
Who is the Publisher of the book Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods?
Dover Publications
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Ingenious Mathematical Problems and Methods is available as paperback(ISBN 9780486205458) and ebook(ISBN 9780486282930)
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