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How to Make the World Add Up

Ten Rules for Thinking Differently About Numbers

by Tim Harford ...

The Sunday Times Bestseller'Tim Harford is one of my favourite writers in the world. His storytelling is gripping but never overdone, his intellectual honesty is rare and inspiring, and his ability to make complex things simple - but not simplistic - is exceptional. How to Make the World Add Up is another one of his gems. If you're looking for an addictive pageturner that will make you smarter, ... Read more

$16.99 NZD

The Sunday Times Bestseller'Tim Harford is one of my favourite writers in the world. His storytelling is gripping but never overdone, his intellectual honesty is rare and inspiring, and his ability to make complex things simple - but not simplistic - is exceptional. How to Make the World Add Up is another one of his gems. If you're looking for an addictive pageturner that will make you smarter,
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Zero

The Biography of a Dangerous Idea

by Charles Seife ...

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOKThe Babylonians invented it, the Greeks banned it, the Hindus worshipped it, and the Christian Church used it to fend off heretics. Today it's a timebomb ticking in the heart of astrophysics. For zero, infinity's twin, is not like other numbers. It is both nothing and everything.Zero has pitted East against West and faith against reason, and its intransigence persists ... Read more

$19.88 NZD

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOKThe Babylonians invented it, the Greeks banned it, the Hindus worshipped it, and the Christian Church used it to fend off heretics. Today it's a timebomb ticking in the heart of astrophysics. For zero, infinity's twin, is not like other numbers. It is both nothing and everything.Zero has pitted East against West and faith against reason, and its intransigence persists
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Basics of Speed Mathematics

by Chandramouli Mahadevan ...

This book brings the techniques from Vedic Mathematics and Trachtenberg System together. We have not attempted to do a comparative study of these techniques and make a judgment on which one is better. Instead we have simply, presented the techniques in a sequence that makes most sense. There are inherent strengths in these two approaches. While looking at all the speed improvement techniques, we ... Read more

$5.99 NZD

This book brings the techniques from Vedic Mathematics and Trachtenberg System together. We have not attempted to do a comparative study of these techniques and make a judgment on which one is better. Instead we have simply, presented the techniques in a sequence that makes most sense. There are inherent strengths in these two approaches. While looking at all the speed improvement techniques, we
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Maths on the Back of an Envelope

Clever ways to (roughly) calculate anything

by Rob Eastaway ...

‘Another terrific book by Rob Eastaway’ SIMON SINGH‘A delightfully accessible guide to how to play with numbers’ HANNAH FRYHow many cats are there in the world?What's the chance of winning the lottery twice?And just how long does it take to count to a million?Learn how to tackle tricky maths problems with nothing but the back of an envelope, a pencil and some good old-fashioned brain power.Join ... Read more

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‘Another terrific book by Rob Eastaway’ SIMON SINGH‘A delightfully accessible guide to how to play with numbers’ HANNAH FRYHow many cats are there in the world?What's the chance of winning the lottery twice?And just how long does it take to count to a million?Learn how to tackle tricky maths problems with nothing but the back of an envelope, a pencil and some good old-fashioned brain power.Join
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Think Like A Maths Genius

The Art of Calculating in Your Head

by Michael Shermer, Arthur Benjamin ...

Did you know that it's easier to add and subtract from left to right, rather than the other way round? And that you can be taught to square a three-digit number in seconds?In Think Like A Maths Genius, two mathematicians offer tips and tricks for doing tricky maths the easy way. With their help, you can learn how to perform lightning calculations in your head, discover methods of incredible ... Read more

$19.99 NZD

Did you know that it's easier to add and subtract from left to right, rather than the other way round? And that you can be taught to square a three-digit number in seconds?In Think Like A Maths Genius, two mathematicians offer tips and tricks for doing tricky maths the easy way. With their help, you can learn how to perform lightning calculations in your head, discover methods of incredible
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Quick Arithmetic

A Self-Teaching Guide

by Robert A. Carman, Marilyn J. Carman ...

Series Book 159 - Wiley Self-Teaching Guides
Master math at your own pace!Does working with numbers often frustrate you? Do you need to brush up on your basic math skills? Do you feel math stands between you and your career goals, or a better grade at school?Quick Arithmetic, Third Edition is the quickest and easiest way to teach yourself the basic math skills you need to advance on the job or in school. Using cartoons and a clear writing ... Read more

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Master math at your own pace!Does working with numbers often frustrate you? Do you need to brush up on your basic math skills? Do you feel math stands between you and your career goals, or a better grade at school?Quick Arithmetic, Third Edition is the quickest and easiest way to teach yourself the basic math skills you need to advance on the job or in school. Using cartoons and a clear writing
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The Elements of Euclid - The First Six Books (Illustrated Edition)

by John Casey ...

Euclid’s Elements form one of the most beautiful and influential works of science in the history of humankind. Its beauty lies in its logical development of geometry and other branches of mathematics. It has influenced all branches of science but none so much as mathematics and the exact sciences. The book It is a collection of definitions, postulates, propositions (theorems and constructions), ... Read more

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Euclid’s Elements form one of the most beautiful and influential works of science in the history of humankind. Its beauty lies in its logical development of geometry and other branches of mathematics. It has influenced all branches of science but none so much as mathematics and the exact sciences. The book It is a collection of definitions, postulates, propositions (theorems and constructions),
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The Trachtenberg Speed System of Basic Mathematics

by Jakow Trachtenberg ...

Translated by Ann Cutler, Rudolph McShane ...

Do high-speed, complicated arithmetic in your head using the Trachtenberg Speed System.Ever find yourself struggling to check a bill or a payslip? With The Trachtenberg Speed System you can. Described as the 'shorthand of mathematics', the Trachtenberg system only requires the ability to count from one to eleven. Using a series of simplified keys it allows anyone to master calculations, giving ... Read more

$20.92 NZD

Do high-speed, complicated arithmetic in your head using the Trachtenberg Speed System.Ever find yourself struggling to check a bill or a payslip? With The Trachtenberg Speed System you can. Described as the 'shorthand of mathematics', the Trachtenberg system only requires the ability to count from one to eleven. Using a series of simplified keys it allows anyone to master calculations, giving
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As Easy As Pi

Stuff about numbers that isn't (just) maths

by Jamie Buchan ...

Series Book 11 - I Used to Know That
It's hard to imagine a world without numbers in this day and age, when our whole life is centered around commerce and money, and it is the only language that is the same the world over. However, did you know that for a long period of time people could not get their heads around the idea of zero, a figure representing nothing, and that it was even regarded as heretical in some circles? As Easy As ... Read more

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It's hard to imagine a world without numbers in this day and age, when our whole life is centered around commerce and money, and it is the only language that is the same the world over. However, did you know that for a long period of time people could not get their heads around the idea of zero, a figure representing nothing, and that it was even regarded as heretical in some circles? As Easy As
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It All Adds Up

The Story of People and Mathematics

by Mickael Launay ...

Translated by Stephen S. Wilson ...

‘Fascinating … so enlightening that suddenly maths doesn’t seem so fearsome as it once did’ SIMON WINCHESTERFrom Aristotle to Ada Lovelace: a brief history of the mathematical ideas that have forever changed the world and the everyday people and pioneers behind them. The story of our best invention yet.From our ability to calculate the passing of time to the algorithms that control computers and ... Read more

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‘Fascinating … so enlightening that suddenly maths doesn’t seem so fearsome as it once did’ SIMON WINCHESTERFrom Aristotle to Ada Lovelace: a brief history of the mathematical ideas that have forever changed the world and the everyday people and pioneers behind them. The story of our best invention yet.From our ability to calculate the passing of time to the algorithms that control computers and
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Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies

by Mark Zegarelli ...

Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119293637) was previously published as Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781118791981). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Tips for simplifying tricky basic math and pre-algebra operationsWhether you're ... Read more

$31.99 NZD

Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119293637) was previously published as Basic Math & Pre-Algebra For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781118791981). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Tips for simplifying tricky basic math and pre-algebra operationsWhether you're
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Happy Maths 3

Measurements

by Mala Kumar ...

Series Book 3 - Maths
The third in the instalment of Happy math series is more than a math book. There are many stories in the book, make sure to read and enjoy them. ... Read more

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The third in the instalment of Happy math series is more than a math book. There are many stories in the book, make sure to read and enjoy them.
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The Language of Symmetry

Edited by Benedict Rattigan, Denis Noble, Afiq Hatta ...

The Language of Symmetry is a re-assessment of the structure and reach of symmetry, by an interdisciplinary group of specialists from the arts, humanities, and sciences at Oxford University.It explores, amongst other topics:order and chaos in the formation of planetary systemsentropy and symmetry in physicsgroup theory, fractals, and self-similaritysymmetrical structures in western classical ... Read more

$66.99 NZD

The Language of Symmetry is a re-assessment of the structure and reach of symmetry, by an interdisciplinary group of specialists from the arts, humanities, and sciences at Oxford University.It explores, amongst other topics:order and chaos in the formation of planetary systemsentropy and symmetry in physicsgroup theory, fractals, and self-similaritysymmetrical structures in western classical
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Machine Translation and Transliteration involving Related, Low-resource Languages

by Anoop Kunchukuttan, Pushpak Bhattacharyya ...

Machine Translation and Transliteration involving Related, Low-resource Languages discusses an important aspect of natural language processing that has received lesser attention: translation and transliteration involving related languages in a low-resource setting. This is a very relevant real-world scenario for people living in neighbouring states/provinces/countries who speak similar languages ... Read more

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Machine Translation and Transliteration involving Related, Low-resource Languages discusses an important aspect of natural language processing that has received lesser attention: translation and transliteration involving related languages in a low-resource setting. This is a very relevant real-world scenario for people living in neighbouring states/provinces/countries who speak similar languages
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Constraint Handling in Cohort Intelligence Algorithm

by Ishaan R. Kale, Anand J. Kulkarni ...

Series series Advances in Metaheuristics
Mechanical Engineering domain problems are generally complex, consisting of different design variables and constraints. These problems may not be solved using gradient-based optimization techniques. The stochastic nature-inspired optimization techniques have been proposed in this book to efficiently handle the complex problems. The nature-inspired algorithms are classified as bio-inspired, swarm, ... Read more

$119.99 NZD

Mechanical Engineering domain problems are generally complex, consisting of different design variables and constraints. These problems may not be solved using gradient-based optimization techniques. The stochastic nature-inspired optimization techniques have been proposed in this book to efficiently handle the complex problems. The nature-inspired algorithms are classified as bio-inspired, swarm,
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Addition and Subtraction

A Cognitive Perspective

Edited by Thomas P. Carpenter, James M. Moser, Thomas A. Romberg ...

Series series Psychology Revivals
A hallmark of much of the research on children’s thinking in the 1970s had been the focus on explicit content domains. Much of this research had been represented by an eclectic collection of studies sampled from a variety of disciplines and content areas. However, in the few years before this publication, research in several content domains has begun to coalesce into a coherent body of knowledge. ... Read more

$94.99 NZD

A hallmark of much of the research on children’s thinking in the 1970s had been the focus on explicit content domains. Much of this research had been represented by an eclectic collection of studies sampled from a variety of disciplines and content areas. However, in the few years before this publication, research in several content domains has begun to coalesce into a coherent body of knowledge.
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Magic Multiplication

Discover the Ultimate Formula for Fast Multiplication

by Chengqi Zhang ...

65 x 39 = 2535108 x 312 = 3369627 x 84 = 2268Can you work out these calculations in your head? Many of us would say "No way!" For anyone who reads this book and learns the tricks it contains, it won't be difficult anymore.This book aims to stimulate enthusiasm for math through rapid calculation, thereby creating a solid mathematical foundation for further learning. The goal is to express profound ... Read more

$11.99 NZD

65 x 39 = 2535108 x 312 = 3369627 x 84 = 2268Can you work out these calculations in your head? Many of us would say "No way!" For anyone who reads this book and learns the tricks it contains, it won't be difficult anymore.This book aims to stimulate enthusiasm for math through rapid calculation, thereby creating a solid mathematical foundation for further learning. The goal is to express profound
... Read more
Discrete Problems in Nature Inspired Algorithms

by Ritu Tiwari, Anupam Shukla ...

This book includes introduction of several algorithms which are exclusively for graph based problems, namely combinatorial optimization problems, path formation problems, etc. Each chapter includes the introduction of the basic traditional nature inspired algorithm and discussion of the modified version for discrete algorithms including problems pertaining to discussed algorithms. ... Read more

$131.99 NZD

This book includes introduction of several algorithms which are exclusively for graph based problems, namely combinatorial optimization problems, path formation problems, etc. Each chapter includes the introduction of the basic traditional nature inspired algorithm and discussion of the modified version for discrete algorithms including problems pertaining to discussed algorithms.
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Introduction aux logarithmes et aux exponentielles

by Simone Malacrida ...

Dans ce livre, les hypothèses théoriques des sujets mathématiques suivants sont présentées :fonctions logarithmiquesfonctions exponentiellesfonctions hyperboliquesChaque sujet est traité en mettant en évidence des applications pratiques et en résolvant quelques exercices significatifs. ... Read more

$6.49 NZD

Dans ce livre, les hypothèses théoriques des sujets mathématiques suivants sont présentées :fonctions logarithmiquesfonctions exponentiellesfonctions hyperboliquesChaque sujet est traité en mettant en évidence des applications pratiques et en résolvant quelques exercices significatifs.
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Operaciones Con Fracciones

by Genaro Poot May ...

Todo en un solo volumen:Explicaciones sencillas para sumar, restar, multiplicar y dividir fracciones de cualquier tipo.Sección de ejercicios a solucionar.Sección de ejercicios solucionados detalladamente.Este es un manual muy útil...A los estudiantes, para seguir la secuencia de solución en los distintos casos.A los padres de familia, para ayudar con las tareas.A los maestros, para plantear tareas ... Read more

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Todo en un solo volumen:Explicaciones sencillas para sumar, restar, multiplicar y dividir fracciones de cualquier tipo.Sección de ejercicios a solucionar.Sección de ejercicios solucionados detalladamente.Este es un manual muy útil...A los estudiantes, para seguir la secuencia de solución en los distintos casos.A los padres de familia, para ayudar con las tareas.A los maestros, para plantear tareas
... Read more
Basic Math & Pre-Algebra

1001 Practice Problems For Dummies (+ Free Online Practice)

by Mark Zegarelli ...

Practice makes perfect—gain math mastery with DummiesBasic Math & Pre-Algebra: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies gives you 1,001 opportunities to practice solving problems on all the major topics in middle-grade math and Pre-Algebra—in the book and online! Get extra practice with tricky subjects, solidify what you’ve already learned, and get in-depth walk-throughs for every problem with this ... Read more

$37.99 NZD

Practice makes perfect—gain math mastery with DummiesBasic Math & Pre-Algebra: 1001 Practice Problems For Dummies gives you 1,001 opportunities to practice solving problems on all the major topics in middle-grade math and Pre-Algebra—in the book and online! Get extra practice with tricky subjects, solidify what you’ve already learned, and get in-depth walk-throughs for every problem with this
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Math for Kids First Edition | Arithmetic, Geometry and Basic Engineering Quiz Book for Kids | Children's Questions & Answer Game Books

by Dot EDU ...

If it’s arithmetic, geometry and basic engineering that your older kid wants to learn, then this is the quiz book to own. Question and answer game books are highly effective learning tools because they encourage research as well as creative thinking. You throw questions and your child will try to find an answer. Get a copy now! ... Read more

$6.99 NZD

If it’s arithmetic, geometry and basic engineering that your older kid wants to learn, then this is the quiz book to own. Question and answer game books are highly effective learning tools because they encourage research as well as creative thinking. You throw questions and your child will try to find an answer. Get a copy now!
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Introductory Algebra

by Chris Nord ...

Introductory Algebra provides precollege algebra students with the essentials for understanding what algebra is, how it works, and why it useful. It is written in plain language and includes annotated examples and practice exercises so that even students with an aversion to math will understand these ideas and learn how to apply them. This precollege algebra textbook introduces students to the ... Read more

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Introductory Algebra provides precollege algebra students with the essentials for understanding what algebra is, how it works, and why it useful. It is written in plain language and includes annotated examples and practice exercises so that even students with an aversion to math will understand these ideas and learn how to apply them. This precollege algebra textbook introduces students to the
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Prime Solutions

Prime Numbers

by Colin Whitehead ...

Series series Prime Numbers
SOLUTIONS TO PRIME CONJECTURES. The new {@ 2017} equation revealed in the Book PRIME WAVE with other information from that book is used herein to SOLVE some of the Prime conjecture, which have been made over the millennia. The NEW Equation defines the Prime Number Series to infinity proving they are not random and explains exactly why the unusual PRIME DISTRIBUTION gaps exist as they do. The ... Read more

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SOLUTIONS TO PRIME CONJECTURES. The new {@ 2017} equation revealed in the Book PRIME WAVE with other information from that book is used herein to SOLVE some of the Prime conjecture, which have been made over the millennia. The NEW Equation defines the Prime Number Series to infinity proving they are not random and explains exactly why the unusual PRIME DISTRIBUTION gaps exist as they do. The
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