Slicing pizzas, racing turtles, and further adventures in applied mathematics
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- 9788173713668
- 510.21 BAN
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530.12 GOL Problems in quantum mechanics | 530.145 GHA Quantum mechanics : theory and applications | 523.119 HUN Next step in exploring deep space | 510.21 BAN Slicing pizzas, racing turtles, and further adventures in applied mathematics | 537.623 RAM Superconductivity today: an elementary introduction | 796.022 SAD Mathematics and sports | 510.762 FOM Mathematical circles : Russian experience |
"In this sequel to Towing Icebergs, Falling Dominoes (Princeton, 1998), Banks presents another collection of puzzles for readers interested in sharpening their thinking and mathematical skills. The problems range from the wondrous to the eminently practical. In one chapter, the author helps us determine the total number of people who have lived on earth; in another, he shows how an understanding of mathematical curves can help a thrifty lover, armed with construction paper and scissors, keep expenses down on Valentine`s Day."--BOOK JACKET. "Covering a broad range of fields, from geography and environmental studies to map- and flag-making, Banks uses basic algebra and geometry to solve problems. If famous scientists have also pondered these questions, the author shares the historical details with the reader. Designed to entertain and to stimulate thinking, this book can be read for sheer personal enjoyment."--BOOK JACKET.
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