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Peer reviewedMaor, Eli – Mathematics Teacher, 1974
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Programs, Diagrams, Logarithms
Gardner, Martin – Scientific American, 1980
Some patterns in prime numbers and their implications for general theorems are presented. Much of the material is taken from "The Strong Law of Small Numbers," an unpublished paper by Richard Kenneth Guy. (MP)
Descriptors: Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education, Number Concepts
Peer reviewedRodgers, Joe Tom, Jr. – Mathematics Teacher, 1975
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Mathematical Enrichment, Modern Mathematics, Number Concepts
Peer reviewedBezuszka, Stanley J. – Mathematics Teacher, 1981
A history of perfect numbers is presented, which briefly covers the 27 values known at this time. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education, Mathematics History
Peer reviewedTapson, Frank – Mathematics in School, 1973
Whole numbers written in spiral or triangular patterns with spaces occupied by prime numbers blocked in produces interesting visual patterns. Described is a game based on these patterns that may be played at many different levels. (JP)
Descriptors: Diagrams, Elementary School Mathematics, Enrichment, Games
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 reviewedFrancis, Richard L. – Mathematics Teacher, 1993
A number for which the number of digits categorizes the number is called a star number. A set of star numbers having a designated property is called a constellation. Discusses nature and cardinality of constellations made up of star square, star prime, star abundant, and star deficient numbers. Presents five related problems for exploration. (MDH)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, High Schools, Higher Education, Investigations
Peer reviewedFey, James T. – Mathematics Teacher, 1971
Descriptors: Instruction, Integers, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Instruction
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1981
Five problems on the generation and study of prime and related numbers are discussed. Solutions to the problems posed will be in next month's presentation. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computers, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedFrancis, Richard L. – Primus, 1992
Examines infinite sets and cardinality classifications of empty, finite but not empty, and infinite through discussions of numbers that fall into particular categories. Categories discussed include perfect numbers, Mersenne primes, pseudoprimes, and transcendental numbers. Discusses the Null Or Infinite Set Effect (NOISE) and infinitude resulting…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts
Peer reviewedLancaster, Ron, Ed.; Marion, Charlie, Ed. – Mathematics Teacher, 1996
Contains 10 miscellaneous mathematics questions and their answers that teachers can use in their lessons. Topics include estimation, prime numbers, line equations, and investment strategies. (ASK)
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Estimation (Mathematics), Investment, Mathematical Applications
Hedger, Keith – Mathematics Teaching, 1980
A lesson for secondary mathematics pupils on prime numbers designed to capture student interest is presented. The emphasis is on developing lessons that act as motivating forces in the classroom. (MP)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Instruction
