Book: The Theory Of Remainders An imaginative introduction to number theory and abstract algebra, this unique approach employs a pair of fictional characters, Ant and Gnam. They put a variety of theories into action -- applying linear diophantine equations to football scoring, using a black-magic device to simplify problems in modular structures, and developing intriguing modifications to the rules of chess. 1995 edition.
Details of Book: The Theory Of Remainders Book: The Theory Of Remainders
Author: Andrea Rothbart
ISBN: 048644256X
ISBN-13: 9780486442563
, 978-0486442563
Binding: Paperback
Publishing Date: Jun 2005
Publisher: Dover Publications
Number of Pages: 178
Language: English