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Peer reviewedWallace, Edward C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
Explains an application of matrix algebra which involves probability matrices and weather predictions. Using probabilities of sunny or cloudy weather students can determine the effect weather on day one will have on subsequent days. (DH)
Descriptors: Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedDeMarr, Ralph E.; Gonzales, Nancy A. – School Science and Mathematics, 1991
A sample of novel verbal problems which can be solved by using systems of linear equations with free variables is presented. The procedure of Gaussian elimination is used to solve the system. (KR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedMeyer, Ruth A.; Riley, James E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1989
Presents a method for using matrix algebra and computers to encode and decode secret messages. Provides examples of coding procedures, a short review of matrix multiplication, and a BASIC program for use with secret messages containing up to 1000 numbers. (RT)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mathematical Enrichment
