Publication

1982 - J. Wiley, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

43,000 words, Guess

Page Count

172 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • LibraryThing175566
  • Goodreads1744347

Classifications

  • DDC511.3
  • LCCQA9 .S577 1982

Description

This book provides a systematic approach that will help you master the basic techniques that are used in all proofs, regardless of the mathematical subject matter in which the proof arises. Once you know these techniques, you'll be better equipped to read, understand, and actually do proofs. You'll also learn when each technique is likely to be successful, based on keywords that appear in the theorem. -- Publisher description

First Sentence

The objective of mathematicians is to discover and to communicate certain truths.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • How to read and do proofs: an introduction to mathematical thought processJ. Wiley1982-01-01
Show 11 more editions

1 other editions not shown

Reader Reviews

No reviews yet for this book.

Be the first to share your thoughts!