Archive for April, 2008
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008
There are many studying techniques a math student can use. The technique, however, has to suit his character and learning style. Some may be the "slow and steady" type, and some are the "fast and direct-on" method.
But, whichever method one selects and sticks with, an important learning concept is reflected ...
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Sunday, April 13th, 2008
Mathematics is a subject that translates in a language that is unique.
Though the questions and explanations may come in the normal English or any equivalent first language, mathematics still consists of symbols, appreviations, variables and mathematical operators, besides the numerous expressions or equations.
Learning and teaching mathematics, thus, become a chore ...
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Friday, April 11th, 2008
A simple way to obtain a right-angled triangle is to draw a triangle with its corners touching the edge of a circle with its diameter as one side of the triangle.
Look at this post for details on what I am talking (or rather writing) about.
However, the question is how do we know ...
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Wednesday, April 9th, 2008
We can draw a right-angled triangle using various ways.
One way is to make use of a protractor.
Another way is to use a try square.
But what if you have only a geometric compass, how do you do it?
(Not the compass that give you directional bearings of north, south, east and west!
It ...
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Tuesday, April 8th, 2008
In geometry studies, you would come across, definitely, the terms "area" and "perimeter".
I suppose, you are also good at calculating their numerical value.
However, in the midst of doing the many calculations and heavily involved with different funny shapes, the fundamentals of geometry have to be maintained. The principles are always ...
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Tuesday, April 8th, 2008
Geometry does involve objects in the 3-D perspective.
The height factor of the geometrical outlook is presented in the 3-dimensional view.
But does it really present the object with a complete understanding of its shape?
There may be assumptions made if the angle of view is not appropriate.
The assumptions may be wrong!
Let me ...
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