Some theorems concerning factorization of Pythagorean triples are presented. (SD)

This guide is designed to aid the teacher in planning and teaching an eighth-grade mathematics course which should strengthen the student's understanding of the basic structure of mathematics through experience with and appreciation of abstract concepts. Thirteen units outlined are entitled: Numeration Systems; Natural Numbers and Zero; Integers;…

This is one in a series of SMSG supplementary and enrichment pamphlets for high school students. This series makes available expository articles which appeared in a variety of mathematical periodicals. Topics covered include: (1) the prime numbers; (2) mathematical sieves; (3) the factorgram; and (4) perfect numbers. (MP)

The first of a series of three workbook texts on beginning algebra. Designed primarily for use by lower ability mathematics students, the texts have been used by average ability students as supplementary materials. Volume 1 contains material on multiplying, prime factors, signed numbers, problem solving involving addition, subtraction, and…

An activity leading to the discovery of a property of primes is suggested for encouraging algebra students to make nontrivial conjectures. (MP)