Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ418991
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1990
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The Difference Equation xn=axn-1+b.
Spence, Lawrence E.
Mathematics Teacher, v83 n9 p709-13 Dec 1990
Applications of generalizations of both arithmetic and geometric progressions are presented. The first-order difference equation is used in solving seven examples from finance, business, and medicine. Detailed directions are included for each example. (KR)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computation, Geometry, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Skills, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Thinking Skills, Word Problems (Mathematics)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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