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The Growing Importance of Linear Algebra in Undergraduate Mathematics.
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Tucker, Alan – College Mathematics Journal, 1993
Discusses the theoretical and practical importance of linear algebra. Presents a brief history of linear algebra and matrix theory and describes the place of linear algebra in the undergraduate curriculum. (MDH)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Curriculum
Harvesting a Grizzly Bear Population.
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Caulfield, Michael; And Others – College Mathematics Journal, 1986
The problem of controlling the grizzly bear population at Yellowstone is described. The results are presented in graphical form and discussed. A computer program is included. (MNS)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Computer Software, Graphs, Higher Education
Constructing a Map from a Table of Intercity Distances.
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Pulskamp, Richard J. – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
Discusses whether a map can be constructed using only the distances between 15 selected cities. Concepts used in the discussion come from geometry, matrix theory and trigonometry. (PK)
Descriptors: Cartography, College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometry
Classroom Capsules.
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Page, Warren, Ed. – College Mathematics Journal, 1988
Presents ideas that are intended to convey new insights on familiar topics and to enhance pedagogy. The mathematical topics addressed are applications of transformations to numerical integration, the golden ratio, Cramer's rule, a counting problem, and the general form of the arithmetic-geometric mean inequality. (PK)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications