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A Discrete Transition to Advanced Mathematics (Pure and Applied Undergraduate Texts) (Pure and Applied Undergraduate Texts, 3),Used
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As the title indicates, this book is intended for courses aimed at bridging the gap between lowerlevel mathematics and advanced mathematics. The text provides a careful introduction to techniques for writing proofs and a logical development of topics based on intuitive understanding of concepts. The authors utilize a clear writing style and a wealth of examples to develop an understanding of discrete mathematics and critical thinking skills. While including many traditional topics, the text offers innovative material throughout. Surprising results are used to motivate the reader. The last three chapters address topics such as continued fractions, infinite arithmetic, and the interplay among Fibonacci numbers, Pascal's triangle, and the golden ratio, and may be used for independent reading assignments. The treatment of sequences may be used to introduce epsilondelta proofs. The selection of topics provides flexibility for the instructor in a course designed to spark the interest of students through exciting material while preparing them for subsequent proofbased courses. The book includes a large number of problems of varying difficulty. A student manual with solutions to selected problems is available. For more information regarding the student manual, please contact AMS Member and Customer Services at custserv@ams.org. An instructor's manual with complete solutions to all the problems as well as supplementary material is available to teachers using the book as the text for the class. To receive it, send email to textbooks@ams.org.
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- Q: What is the main purpose of 'A Discrete Transition to Advanced Mathematics'? A: The book is designed to bridge the gap between lower-level mathematics and advanced mathematics, providing a careful introduction to proof-writing techniques and logical development of mathematical concepts.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Bettina Richmond and Thomas Richmond.
- Q: What topics are covered in the last three chapters? A: The last three chapters address continued fractions, infinite arithmetic, and the connections among Fibonacci numbers, Pascal's triangle, and the golden ratio.
- Q: Is there any supplementary material available for instructors? A: Yes, an instructor's manual with complete solutions to all problems and additional supplementary material is available upon request.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as used but in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 424 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on February 18, 2009.
- Q: Does this book include problems for practice? A: Yes, the book includes a large number of problems of varying difficulty for practice.
- Q: Is there a student manual available? A: Yes, a student manual with solutions to selected problems is available. For more information, contact AMS Member and Customer Services.