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Peer reviewedRickey, V. Frederick – Mathematics Magazine, 1992
Discusses aspects of Christopher Columbus' decision to sail west in order to reach Asia. Includes discussions concerning the shape and size of the earth as determined up to Columbus' time and conclusions he made during the journey based on his calculations. (MDH)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Earth Science, Geography, Higher Education
