Introduction to Mathematical Thinking

by 齊斯·德福林 and Keith Devlin

Book Overview

In the twenty-first century, everyone can benefit from being able to think mathematically. This is not the same as "doing math." The latter usually involves the application of formulas, procedures, and symbolic manipulations; mathematical thinking is a powerful way of thinking about things in the world -- logically, analytically, quantitatively, and with precision. It is not a natural way of thinking, but it can be learned.Mathematicians, scientists,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0615653634
• ISBN13: 9780615653631
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Keith Devlin
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 8.8"