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Numbers and Functions: From a Classical-Experimental Mathematician's Point of View (Student Mathematical Library)
Victor H. Moll
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Description for Numbers and Functions: From a Classical-Experimental Mathematician's Point of View (Student Mathematical Library)
Paperback. Series: Student Mathematical Library. Num Pages: 504 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 215 x 26. Weight in Grams: 618.
New mathematics often comes about by probing what is already known. Mathematicians will change the parameters in a familiar calculation or explore the essential ingredients of a classic proof. Almost magically, new ideas emerge from this process. This book examines elementary functions, such as those encountered in calculus courses, from this point of view of experimental mathematics. The focus is on exploring the connections between these functions and topics in number theory and combinatorics. There is also an emphasis throughout the book on how current mathematical software can be used to discover and prove interesting properties of these functions. The ... Read more
New mathematics often comes about by probing what is already known. Mathematicians will change the parameters in a familiar calculation or explore the essential ingredients of a classic proof. Almost magically, new ideas emerge from this process. This book examines elementary functions, such as those encountered in calculus courses, from this point of view of experimental mathematics. The focus is on exploring the connections between these functions and topics in number theory and combinatorics. There is also an emphasis throughout the book on how current mathematical software can be used to discover and prove interesting properties of these functions. The ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
American Mathematical Society
Number of pages
503
Condition
New
Series
Student Mathematical Library
Number of Pages
504
Place of Publication
Providence, United States
ISBN
9780821887950
SKU
V9780821887950
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About Victor H. Moll
Victor H. Moll, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA
Reviews for Numbers and Functions: From a Classical-Experimental Mathematician's Point of View (Student Mathematical Library)
On the whole, this is an extraordinarily interesting book overflowing with (mostly) elementary non-routine mathematics. It's well-written and a pleasure to read. I've been keeping it on my desk for the ease of access; it's going to stay there for some while. I recommend it wholeheartedly to math instructors, teachers, and students, especially those who have only a slight interest ... Read more