Friday, 13 November 2020

 Reflections on Presentation of Ancient Puzzles in Ancient and Modern Way 


It is fascinating to know that ancient Egyptians had so many mathematical word problems recorded in Rhind Mathematical Papyrus. It was a good experience to have the opportunity to do some research on this problem topic. By looking into both the ancient and modern solution of the same problem, I really appreciate the mathematicians who has contributed their efforts and intelligences in advancing mathematics. 

The Ahmes' Loaf Sharing problem is easy to be solved if we use the formula of arithmetic sequences and series.  However, using ancient method to solve the same problem will require more time and the trial and error method sometimes can be trivial. Nonetheless, the ancient method allows us think more about how to teach students to solve one problem with different approaches. 





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