This book introduces readers to both the higher and the more fundamental developments of the basic themes of elementary mathematics. To this end, most chapters begin with a series of elementary problems, behind whose diverting formulation, more advanced mathematical ideas lie hidden. These are then made explicit and further developments are explored, broadening the reader's understanding of mathematics. 60 illus.
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This book introduces readers to both the higher and the more fundamental developments of the basic themes of elementary mathematics. To this end, most chapters begin with a series of elementary problems, behind whose diverting formulation, more advanced mathematical ideas lie hidden. These are then made explicit and further developments are explored, broadening the reader's understanding of mathematics. 60 illus.
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