Investigations, proofs and reports

Authors: Holton D.; Oldknow A.; Porkess R.; Stripp C.

Source: Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, Volume 23, Number 2, June 2004 , pp. 97-105(9)

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Abstract:

Here we give an example of a problem that could be beneficially investigated by AS/A level students. It is a geometry problem that they can profitably tackle by geometric (especially geometry software) and algebraic means. Such problems naturally lead students to the need for proof—an essential part of mathematics that is often lacking in current courses. We encourage students and staff to send this journal the results of similar examples that they themselves have investigated.

Document Type: Research article

Publication date: 2004-06-01

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