How Does One Cut a Triangle?

by Alexander Soifer

Book Overview

This second edition of Alexander Sofier's How Does One Cut a Triangle? demonstrates how different areas of mathematics can be juxtaposed in the solution of a given problem. To develop a clear "mini-model" of mathematical research, Sofier employs geometry, algebra, trigonometry, linear algebra, and rings. The author brings mathematics alive by giving the audience, primarily high school students, a taste of what mathematicians do. His book presents...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0387746501
• ISBN13: 9780387746500
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"