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Draim, N. A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Descriptors: Algorithms, College Mathematics, Division, Instruction

Hatcher, Robert S. – Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Instruction, Mathematics

Smith, Lehi T. – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
A test for divisibility by any prime number is discussed and its proof is given. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Division, Instruction, Mathematics

Lee, John W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1972
Descriptors: Addition, Algorithms, Instruction, Mathematics

Arndt, A. B. – Mathematics Teacher, 1983
Facts are given about the ninth-century Arab mathematician Al-Khwarizmi, from whose name the word algorithm is derived. His influence on algebra and arithmetic are discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Arithmetic, Biographies

Eimer, Rebecca A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1977
An algorithm is given for computing the cube root of any real number on a calculator. (DT)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Instruction, Mathematics Education

Tarte, Edward C. – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
Descriptors: Algorithms, Diagrams, Discovery Learning, Instruction

Curley, Walter – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
After a brief discussion of Pascal's triangle and description of four methods of hand construction, the author provides FORTRAN and BASIC programs for computer construction based on recursive definition. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Programs, Curriculum, Instruction

Cohen, Israel – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
A method for generating Pythagorean triples is presented and demonstrated with several examples. Its relationship to another method is shown and several interesting related facts are proven. (LS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Fractions, Geometric Concepts, Instruction

Bezuszka, Stanley J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1981
A history of perfect numbers is presented, which briefly covers the 27 values known at this time. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education, Mathematics History

Szetela, Walter – Mathematics Teacher, 1980
The article presents a general test for divisibility that includes composite numbers and shows that such a test can be used to determine divisibility by several numbers simultaneously. (MK)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Division, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Instruction

Walbesser, Henry H. – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
Computational algorithms appearing in early American arithmetic text are discussed. (SD)
Descriptors: Addition, Algorithms, Division, Mathematical Applications

Wallace, Edward D.; Chance, Joseph E. – Mathematics Teacher, 1986
Described is a simple algorithm that can be used for the input, arithmetic manipulation, and output of large integers in their exact representations. Three BASIC programs are included that apply this method to the problem of multiplication of large integers, computation of factorials, and the generation of palindromic integers. (MNS)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Software, Integers, Mathematics Instruction

Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Patterns for a set of Napiers Bones and for a denominate number slide rule are provided, with instructions on how to use each of the calculating instruments. (DT)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Instruction, Instructional Materials, Manipulative Materials

McCabe, John; Ransom, Marshall R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1979
A class's struggle with the computer solution of a nontrivial problem is related. The use of algorithms allowed a trial-and-error approach.
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Programs, Instruction, Number Concepts