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Discrete Mathematics: An Open Introduction
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Note: This Is The 3Rd Edition. If You Need The 2Nd Edition For A Course You Are Taking, It Can Be Found As A Other Format On Amazon, Or By Searching Its Isbn: 1534970746This Gentle Introduction To Discrete Mathematics Is Written For First And Second Year Math Majors, Especially Those Who Intend To Teach. The Text Began As A Set Of Lecture Notes For The Discrete Mathematics Course At The University Of Northern Colorado. This Course Serves Both As An Introduction To Topics In Discrete Math And As The Introduction To Proof Course For Math Majors. The Course Is Usually Taught With A Large Amount Of Student Inquiry, And This Text Is Written To Help Facilitate This.Four Main Topics Are Covered: Counting, Sequences, Logic, And Graph Theory. Along The Way Proofs Are Introduced, Including Proofs By Contradiction, Proofs By Induction, And Combinatorial Proofs. The Book Contains Over 470 Exercises, Including 275 With Solutions And Over 100 With Hints. There Are Also Investigate! Activities Throughout The Text To Support Active, Inquiry Based Learning.While There Are Many Fine Discrete Math Textbooks Available, This Text Has The Following Advantages: It Is Written To Be Used In An Inquiry Rich Course. It Is Written To Be Used In A Course For Future Math Teachers. It Is Open Source, With Low Cost Print Editions And Free Electronic Editions. This Third Edition Brings Improved Exposition, A New Section On Trees, And A Bunch Of New And Improved Exercises. For A Complete List Of Changes, And To View The Free Electronic Version Of The Text, Visit The Book'S Website At Discrete.Openmathbooks.Org
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Discrete Mathematics: An Open Introduction'? A: The book serves as a gentle introduction to discrete mathematics, targeting first and second year math majors, particularly those planning to teach. It covers key topics such as counting, sequences, logic, and graph theory.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in discrete mathematics? A: Yes, this book is designed for beginners and is particularly suitable for math majors who are new to discrete mathematics and proof techniques.
- Q: What edition is this book, and are there any differences from previous editions? A: This is the 3rd edition of the book, which features improved exposition, a new section on trees, and a variety of new and improved exercises compared to previous editions.
- Q: Are the exercises in the book accompanied by solutions or hints? A: Yes, the book contains over 470 exercises, including 275 with complete solutions and over 100 that provide hints to support student learning.
- Q: Can this book be used for self-study? A: Absolutely! The structure of the book, with its exercises and inquiry-based activities, makes it suitable for self-study and independent learning.
- Q: Is there an online version of this book available? A: Yes, the book is open source, and a free electronic version can be accessed through the book's website at discrete.openmathbooks.org.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Discrete Mathematics: An Open Introduction'? A: The book is authored by Oscar Levin, who developed the material based on lecture notes for a discrete mathematics course.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format, making it accessible for both classroom and personal use.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 409 pages.
- Q: When was this edition of the book published? A: This 3rd edition was published on December 31, 2018.