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Mysticism and Magic in the Number Squares of Old China
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Swetz, Frank – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
The origin of the magic square, its numerical concepts, and some procedures for its construction are discussed. (JT)
Descriptors: History, Mathematical Enrichment, Number Concepts, Numbers
Pascal's Triangle Revisited
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Bidwell, James K. – Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Descriptors: Instruction, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics, Number Concepts
The Sum of n Polygonal Numbers
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Strangman, Kathryn Besic – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
Ways of finding the sums of some interesting sequences of numbers are discussed. Finding the patterns creates a challenge, but the patterns are not too difficult for average pupils to discover. Mathematical induction can then be used to prove the formulas. (LS)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Induction, Instruction, Mathematics Education
Activities: Calculator Capers
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Schmalz, Rosemary – Mathematics Teacher, 1978
An activity is presented which provides an opportunity for students to discover numerical patterns with the aid of a calculator. (MN)
Descriptors: Activity Units, Calculators, Instructional Materials, Junior High Schools