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Counting

by Khee Meng Koh

Book Details

Publisher:World Scientific
Published:2002
Pages:126
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

This book is a useful, attractive introduction to basic counting techniques for upper secondary and junior college students, as well as teachers. Younger students and lay people who appreciate mathematics, not to mention avid puzzle solvers, will also find the book interesting. The various problems and applications here are good for building up proficiency in counting. They are also useful for honing basic skills and techniques in general problem solving. Many of the problems avoid routine and t

Our Review

This clear, methodical guide to combinatorics and counting principles offers upper secondary and junior college students a structured path into essential mathematical techniques. The book systematically builds proficiency through carefully selected problems that emphasize fundamental skills over rote memorization, making it an invaluable resource for anyone preparing for advanced mathematics or competitive exams. Its approach transforms abstract counting concepts into manageable, logical steps, providing a solid foundation in problem-solving that extends far beyond the classroom.

What sets this text apart is its deliberate avoidance of routine exercises, instead presenting problems that require genuine analytical thinking and creativity. Avid puzzle solvers and younger mathematics enthusiasts will find the applications particularly engaging, as they hone techniques applicable to general problem-solving scenarios. Teachers will appreciate its clean organization and the way it develops mathematical maturity through sequential challenge. This is the kind of mathematics resource that doesn't just teach countingβ€”it cultivates a deeper, more flexible approach to thinking.

Themes

Mathematics

Subjects

Mathematics