Nature of Mathematics [with CengageNOW Access Code]

by Karl J. Smith

Experience mathematics and hone your problem-solving skills with THE NATURE OF MATHEMATICS and its accompanying online learning tools. The author introduces you to Polya's problem-solving techniques and then shows you how to use these techniques to solve unfamiliar problems. You'll also find coverage of historical topics, and exercise sets that feature problems applied to real world settings. Included with your purchase is access to the CengageNOW, an online tutorial that allows you to work with real math notation in real time, with unlimited practice problems, instant analysis and feedback, and streaming video to illustrate key concepts, as well as Personal Tutor with SMARTHINKING, a live, online mathematics tutoring service.

Genres: Mathematics, Reference

1088 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1984

Reviews

[Taofeek · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book helps you to see how mathematics work in real life and problem solving techniques. Whether you like mathematics or not, this book will guide you through the world of mathematics.