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But What If It Doesn't Factor?
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Collister, Larew M.; McCabe, Thomas R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1973
Using the computer to calculate the probability that a quadratic equation will factor over the integers is discussed. (DT)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Programs, Instruction, Mathematics Education
A Program for Keno
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Smith, Karl J. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1972
An analysis is made of the probabilities for winning at the game of Keno, with a computer program provided that will determine expectations. (DT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Game Theory, Games
GREED: A Game Playing Program with Adjustable Skill Level.
Ragsdale, Ronald G. – Creative Computing, 1979
The evolution of a computer program that plays a game involving dice is described. The overall strategy was improved by introducing skill levels. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computers, Educational Games, Mathematics Education
A Microcomputer and the Law of Small Numbers.
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Flores, Alfinio – Arithmetic Teacher, 1984
Writing short computer programs can help students to develop an understanding of random processes in probability. Three sample programs are included. (MNS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
What Will Happen If...?
Lappan, Glenda; Winter, M. J. – Creative Computing, 1979
The computer is used to simulate repetitions of games used in teaching expected value. Details of the games and the computer programs are given. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computers, Games, Higher Education
The Barber Queue
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Mathers, Jolly – Mathematics Teacher, 1976
Queuing theory is explored by considering a simple example and by simulation with a computer. Sample BASIC computer programs are included. (DT)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction, Mathematical Models
Computer Simulations and Problem-Solving in Probability.
Camp, John S. – Creative Computing, 1978
The purpose of this paper is to present problems (and solutions) from the areas of marketing, population planning, system reliability, and mathematics to show how a computer simulation can be used as a problem-solving strategy in probability. Examples using BASIC and two methods of generating random numbers are given. (Author/MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Experiential Learning, Experiments
Computer Challenges: Random Walks in the Classroom.
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Gamble, Andy – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1982
Discusses a short computer program used in teaching the random (RND) function in the BASIC programming language. Focuses on the mathematical concepts involved in the program related to elementary probability. (JN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, High Schools
Mathematical Modeling and Computing. AAAS Study Guides on Contemporary Problems. No. 8.
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Cohen, Jack K.; Dorn, William S. – 1975
This Study Guide on Contemporary Problems, Number 8, is one of a series prepared by the American Association for the Advancement of Science representing part of the 1974-75 National Science Foundation Chautauqua-Type Short Courses for College Teachers Program. This is a test edition and contains evaluation forms to be completed by the users and to…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Faculty, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
Elements of Mathematics, Book O: Intuitive Background. Chapter 16, Introduction to Computer Programming.
Exner, Robert; And Others – 1973
The sixteen chapters of this book provide the core material for the Elements of Mathematics Program, a secondary sequence developed for highly motivated students with strong verbal abilities. The sequence is based on a functional-relational approach to mathematics teaching, and emphasizes teaching by analysis of real-life situations. This text is…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Curriculum