Solving Mathematical Problems: A Personal Perspective | 
 enlarge | Author: Terence Tao
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 345861
Media: Paperback
Pages: 128
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 0.5
ISBN: 0199205604
Dewey Decimal Number: 510
EAN: 9780199205608
Publication Date: October 5, 2006
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Product Description
Authored by a leading name in mathematics, this engaging and clearly presented text leads the reader through the various tactics involved in solving mathematical problems at the Mathematical Olympiad level. Covering number theory, algebra, analysis, Euclidean geometry, and analytic geometry, Solving Mathematical Problems includes numerous exercises and model solutions throughout. Assuming only a basic level of mathematics, the text is ideal for students of 14 years and above in pure mathematics.
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Six easy steps to becoming a Fields medalist January 30, 2007
Mobius (California USA)
14 out of 19 found this review helpful
I came across this book after reading about Terence Tao, a recent Fields medalist. It's interesting to see a book like this by such an accomplished mathematician. The book gives practical approaches to solving the types of math problems encountered in math olympiad competitions. I am not, nor have I ever been, a math olympian, but I found the book to be entertaining and useful for intellectual fortification purposes.
15 year old math tips May 20, 2007
Emmett B. Keeler
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
This charming book explains why math olympiad puzzles are fun, and gives 15 year old insights ( in two senses --- most of the text was written by the 15 year old Terence Tao, but revised with some additional good exercises 15 years later by 30 year old Fields medalist Terence Tao.) The style is chatty, and the advice and worked examples are very good and do not require any math beyond pre-calculus. The level of difficulty is just right for would be high school math competitors, and adults with some math who enjoy a mild challenge.
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