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Solving Mathematical Problems: A Personal Perspective

by Terence Tao

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Publisher Comments:


Authored by a leading name in mathematics, this engaging and clearly presented text leads the reader through the various tactics involved in solving mathematical problems at the Mathematical Olympiad level. Covering number theory, algebra, analysis, Euclidean geometry, and analytic geometry, Solving Mathematical Problems includes numerous exercises and model solutions throughout. Assuming only a basic level of mathematics, the text is ideal for students of 14 years and above in pure mathematics.

Review:

"There are a handful of really wonderful books that can introduce a young high-school student to the beauty of mathematics. This is definitely one of them. Besides,this book is probably going to be known as the first book written by one of the best mathematicians of the twenty-first century."-- The Mathematical Asociation of America

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About the Author

Terence Tao was born in Adelaide, Australia, in 1975. In 1987, 1988, and 1989 he competed in the International Mathematical Olympiad for the Australian team, winning a bronze, silver, and gold medal respectively, and being the youngest competitor ever to win a gold medal at this event. Since 2000, Terence has been a full professor of mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles. He now lives in Los Angeles with his wife and son.

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Table of Contents

Preface


1. Strategies in Problem Solving


2. Examples in Number Theory


3. Examples in Algebra and Analysis


4. Euclidean Geometry


5. Analytic Geometry


6. Sundry Examples


References


Index


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Product Details

ISBN:
9780199205615
Subtitle:
A Personal Perspective
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
Author:
Tao, Terence
Subject:
Mathematics
Subject:
Mathematical Analysis
Subject:
Applied
Subject:
General Mathematics
Copyright:
2006
Publication Date:
November 2006
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
Professional and scholarly
Language:
English
Illustrations:
numerous line drawings and mathmatical e
Pages:
128
Dimensions:
0.100 x 0.100 x 0.100 in 0.006 oz
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