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Evered, Lisa – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Outlines various subtraction methods, such as the decomposition method, equal-addends method, and low-stress algorithm. Describes a subtraction method by addition of complements. Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the method. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Arithmetic, Computers, Elementary School Mathematics
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Bachrach, Beatrice – Arithmetic Teacher, 1976
The author describes a technique for teaching various aspects of the subtraction algorithm (e.g., regrouping, borrowing) by relating them to the use of money. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Curriculum, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
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Wood, Eric F. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Presents an easy method for constructing magic squares from three-by-three to general squares. Provides a computer program generating odd-order magic squares. Six references are listed. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Education