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2010
Meeting 3 Part A
Proofs without Words
Dr. Philip Yasskin
Department of Mathematics
Texas A&M University
Proofs without Words
Abstract:
Graphical proofs of statements such as:
Graphical proofs of statements such as:
- The sum of the first n odd numbers is n2.
- The n-th triangle number is n ( n + 1 )/2.
For more information, see the book by Roger B. Nelsen and several web sites:
Video:
To be posted eventually.
© Philip B. Yasskin, 2008-10.
Last updated Apr 20, 2010