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Peer reviewedFleet, Tony – Mathematics in School, 1989
Considers definitions of quantiles. Describes median and quartiles. Compares the usefulness of 3 different definitions of quartile using a computer program to simulate 500 quantiles on a sample of a fixed size. Five references are listed. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Definitions
Peer reviewedOldknow, Adrian – Mathematics in School, 1990
Discussed are solutions to the problem "What is the expected number of rolls for the total first to exceed 6?" Several algebraic solutions are presented. A computer program which may be used to simulate this problem is included. (CW)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education, Learning Strategies
Peer reviewedPritchard, Alan – Mathematics in School, 1990
Described is the use of a commercial computer software package, "Dust," to enhance mathematical learning in the classroom. Samples of mathematics problems presented in this game which is a simulation of an adventure in outer space are presented. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Games
