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Peer reviewedHart, Derek; Roberts, Tony – Mathematics in School, 1989
This paper describes a computer simulation of Buffon's needle problem. The problem considers the probability that a needle will cross a line when the needle is thrown in a random way onto the parallel lines a certain distance apart. The paper provides the algorithm and computer program. (YP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedLamb, John, Jr.; Aslan, Farhad – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1991
Examined are the three regular tessellations and derived semiregular tessellations whose regular polygons meet at common vertices. Included are BASIC computer program listings that explore the various combinations of regular polygons that can form regular or semiregular tessellations. (JJK)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Geometric Concepts, Higher Education
