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How to Solve It with the Computer. Part Three.
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1980
Problems are presented that can be solved with a microcomputer which explore the binary, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems and related problems. (Author/TG)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Education
Prime Time.
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1982
The design of a computer program to efficiently generate prime numbers is discussed. Programs for many different brands of home computers are listed, with suggestions of ways the programs can be speeded up. It is noted everyone seems to have a favorite program, but that every program can be improved. (MP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Higher Education, Mathematical Enrichment
Big Numbers and Small Computers.
Zimmermann, Mark – Creative Computing, 1982
Describes a program written in BASIC, called BIGNUM, that was designed to aid in handling big numbers. The program adds, subtracts, multiplies, divides, and raises to a power integers of up to 1024 decimal digits and is thought to be usable on many types of machines. (MP)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Programs, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Enrichment
An Irrational Calculation of Pi.
Lowry, Pat G. – Creative Computing, 1981
A program designed to calculate pi using a Monte Carlo simulation based on "throwing darts" at a quarter circle of unit radius inscribed in a unit square is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Geometric Concepts, Instructional Materials
Algebra: Practice with Positive and Negative Numbers.
Spaans, Z. T. – Creative Computing, 1981
A program designed in the BASIC programing language to provide drill and practice with positive and negative numbers is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Drills (Practice)