Vol. 49 No. 2 (2011): SCHOOL SCIENCE
Articles

EXPLORING MATHEMATICS ON YOUR OWN

R.P. Maurya
Department of Education in Science and Mathematics National Council of Educational Research and Training, New Delhi

Published 2024-11-29

Keywords

  • Mathematics,
  • Arthimetic

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Abstract

The present article illustrates that how mathematics can be explored by an individual. As mathematics relies on logic and reasoning, the reasoning has been dealt in two ways, namely; inductive and deductive. These two have been shown through activities. The article also discusses about various branches of mathematics through some interesting examples, patterns, conjectures and also shows use of mathematics in every walk of life. It also highlights the historical development of some important disciplines/concepts in mathematics.