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Peer reviewedRolfe, Timothy J. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1982
A brief introduction to the broad field of curve-fitting is provided to help explain the reasoning behind least-squares data fitting, and also to provide useful equations for two functional forms of interest in chemistry. Appendices give program examples written in Fortran and detail the method of Guggenheim. (MP)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Mathematics, College Science, Computer Programs
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1982
A hungry worm is looking for something to eat according to very specific rules, and the path he takes is a graph. The problem is detailed in Applesoft BASIC using low resolution graphics for worms that turn 90 degrees and high resolution for worms that can turn 45 degrees. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Graphs, Mathematical Concepts
Peer reviewedMaletsky, Evan M. – Mathematics Teacher, 1982
The material is designed to help students build a cone model, visualize how its dimensions change as its shape changes, estimate maximum volume position, and develop problem-solving skills. Worksheets designed for duplication for classroom use are included. Part of the activity involves student analysis of a BASIC program. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions, Mathematical Enrichment
Peer reviewedWoodward, Ernest; Ridenhour, Jim R. – Mathematics Teacher, 1982
The problem involves randomly breaking a stick into three pieces and using the pieces to form a triangle. The probability of getting a triangle is calculated using four different solution methods. Two unique problem interpretations are noted, and one solution method involves a BASIC program. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Geometric Concepts, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Enrichment
Peer reviewedKing, Ronald S. – Mathematics and Computer Education, 1982
A program written in PASCAL designed to find the number of binary trees possible for a given number of nodes is presented. The problem was found to be highly motivating and exciting for the group of introductory computer science students with whom it was used. (MP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedMesser, Robert – Mathematics Teacher, 1984
Factorials are discussed, with note of the enormous size on n! even for modest values of n. A recreational problem to determine the number of zeros at the end of numbers such as 10,000! is given, with a computer program. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Higher Education, Mathematical Enrichment
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
Peer reviewedManhard, Warren B. – Mathematics Teacher, 1981
The use of exponentiation as a starting point for an open-ended exploration of real number ideas is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Algebra, College Mathematics, Computer Programs, Exponents (Mathematics)
