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Scott, P. R. – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1978
Investigated here are some of the results which can be obtained using the double-sided straight edge. Seventeen possible constructions are presented with solutions or partial solutions given to most. (MP)
Descriptors: Geometry, Plane Geometry, Problem Sets, Problem Solving
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Pollak, Henry – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Possible ways of mechanization for counting using a binary system are discussed. Shows a binary representation of the numbers and geometric models having eight triples of lamps. Provides three problem sets. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Geometric Constructions, Geometry
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Gilks, Joe – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1989
Various methods for solving the problem of finding when the hour and minute hand of a watch have the same direction are explored. The relationship of these problems to the educational environment and the maturity of the student are discussed. (CW)
Descriptors: Calculus, Geometry, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education
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Moalem, D. – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1978
The last 13 of 32 exercises of a course designed to give a wide range of skills in deductive, inductive, and indirect methods of proof in geometry are presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Deduction, Geometry, Induction
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Lightfoot, John – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1978
A program is outlined for the treatment of Tessellations. Major topics are: Introduction; Tessellations; Regular Tessellation; Semi-Regular Tessellations; Nonregular Tessellations; and Miscellaneous Tessellations and Filling Patterns. (MP)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Geometry, Mathematics Education, Patterns in Mathematics