Challenging Problems in Algebra
Challenging Problems in Algebra by Alfred S. Posamentier, published by Courier Corporation in 1996, is a 2nd edition that spans 262 pages. This book is designed for high-school students and teachers interested in enhancing their mathematical problem-solving skills. It features a collection of over 300 unique problems that provide new perspectives on familiar topics while also introducing some unfamiliar concepts. The problems primarily require a basic understanding of elementary algebra, with an emphasis on ingenuity.
Readers will encounter a variety of thought-provoking challenges involving equations, inequalities, Diophantine equations, number theory, quadratic equations, logarithms, and combinations and probability. The problems vary in difficulty, with many offering extensions or variations termed “challenges.” By engaging with these nonroutine problems, students will not only develop their problem-solving abilities but also build a solid foundation for more advanced mathematical studies.
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Designed for high-school students and teachers with an interest in mathematical problem-solving, this stimulating collection includes more than 300 problems that are “off the beaten path” — i.e., problems that give a new twist to familiar topics that introduce unfamiliar topics. With few exceptions, their solution requires little more than some knowledge of elementary algebra, though a dash of ingenuity may help. Readers will find here thought-provoking posers involving equations and inequalities. Diophantine equations, number theory, quadratic equations, logarithms, combinations and probability, and much more. The problems range from fairly easy to difficult, and many have extensions or variations the author calls “challenges.” By studying these nonroutine problems, students will not only stimulate and develop problem-solving skills, they will acquire valuable underpinnings for more advanced work in mathematics.
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