Models and Measurement.

Matthews, Geoffrey; Bausor, John

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Models and Measurement

Matthews, Geoffrey; Bausor, John

International Journal of Mathematics Education, 3, 3, 275-279, Jul-Sep 72

The approximate nature of measurement is stressed, with examples given of elementary school mathematics problems which confuse reality with its mathematical model. Examples relating measurement to mathematical structure are given. (DT)

Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Instruction, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Models, Measurement, Problem Solving

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