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ERIC Number: EJ717692
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004-Aug-1
Pages: 4
Abstractor: Author
Reference Count: 0
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
Using Proportional Reasoning to Solve Geometric Problems
Pandiscio, Eric A
Mathematics Teacher, v98 n1 p16 Aug 2004
Students solve a geometric problem of measuring polygons with the help of proportional reasoning. Thus the importance of conceptual reasoning is emphasized as a highly efficient technique for teaching and strengthening mathematical content.
Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Thinking Skills, Problem Solving, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 1906 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191-1502. Web site: http://www.nctm.org.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
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