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Solving Mathematical Problems Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)

Solving Mathematical Problems By Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)

Solving Mathematical Problems by Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)

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Summary

Authored by a leading name in mathematics, this engaging and clearly presented text leads the reader through the tactics involved in solving mathematical problems at the Mathematical Olympiad level. With numerous exercises and assuming only basic mathematics, this text is ideal for students of 14 years and above in pure mathematics.

Solving Mathematical Problems Summary

Solving Mathematical Problems: A Personal Perspective by Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)

Authored by a leading name in mathematics, this engaging and clearly presented text leads the reader through the various tactics involved in solving mathematical problems at the Mathematical Olympiad level. Covering number theory, algebra, analysis, Euclidean geometry, and analytic geometry, Solving Mathematical Problems includes numerous exercises and model solutions throughout. Assuming only a basic level of mathematics, the text is ideal for students of 14 years and above in pure mathematics.

Solving Mathematical Problems Reviews

There are a handful of really wonderful books that can introduce a young high-school student to the beauty of mathematics. This is definitely one of them. Besides, this book is probably going to be known as the first book written by one of the best mathematicians of the twenty-first century. * Mihaela Poplicher, MAA Reviews *

About Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)

Terence Tao was born in Adelaide, Australia, in 1975. In 1987, 1988, and 1989 he competed in the International Mathematical Olympiad for the Australian team, winning a bronze, silver, and gold medal respectively, and being the youngest competitor ever to win a gold medal at this event. Since 2000, Terence has been a full professor of mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles. He now lives in Los Angeles with his wife and son.

Table of Contents

Preface ; 1. Strategies in problem solving ; 2. Examples in number theory ; 3. Examples in algebra and analysis ; 4. Euclidean geometry ; 5. Analytic geometry ; 6. Sundry examples ; References ; Index

Additional information

GOR004056240
9780199205608
0199205604
Solving Mathematical Problems: A Personal Perspective by Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)
Terence Tao (UCLA, Los Angeles)
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Oxford University Press
20060727
128
Winner of Fields Medal Winner 2006.
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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