About this title: This book leads readers through a progressive explanation of what mathematical proofs are, why they are important, and how they work, along with a presentation of basic techniques used to construct proofs. The Second Edition presents more examples, more exercises, a more complete treatment of mathematical induction and set theory, and it incorporates suggestions from students and colleagues. Since the mathematical concepts used are relatively elementary, the book can be used as a supplement in any post-calculus course. This title has been successfully class-tested for years. There is an index ...
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Description: Good. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Academic Press
Date Published: 2001-03-05
ISBN-13:9780121994518ISBN:0121994511
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Wadsworth Pub Co
Date Published: 1989-01
ISBN-13:9780534103200ISBN:0534103200
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"The best companion to Polya's How To Solve It. This book is well organized & perfectly paced for self-study. Superior to Solow, Velleman & Wickelgren."
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