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ERIC Number: EJ670443
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
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Geometric Approaches to Quadratic Equations from Other Times and Places.
Allaire, Patricia R.; Bradley, Robert E.
Mathematics Teacher, v94 n4 p308-13,319 Apr 2001
Focuses on geometric solutions of quadratic problems. Presents a collection of geometric techniques from ancient Babylonia, classical Greece, medieval Arabia, and early modern Europe to enhance the quadratic equation portion of an algebra course. (KHR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Concept Formation, Equations (Mathematics), Geometry, Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematics History, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education, Symbols (Mathematics)
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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