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ERIC Number: EJ538318
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Abstractor: N/A
Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
Telephones and Algebra.
Appelbaum, Elizabeth Berman
Mathematics Teacher, v90 n2 p96,98-100 Feb 1997
Describes a technique that uses cellular telephones and their rates to enliven the topic of linear equations in a college algebra course. Uses mathematics to select a cellular telephone plan from a vendor. Enables students to use and connect the ideas of functions, equations, graphs, and applications. (DDR)
Descriptors: Algebra, Educational Strategies, Equations (Mathematics), Functions (Mathematics), Graphs, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Relevance (Education), Technology, Undergraduate Study
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
Education Level: N/A
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Mathematics Activities; Telephone Calls