| Discussion: | All Topics in Math 6 |
| Topic: | Formulas |
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| Subject: | RE: Formulas |
| Author: | Mathman |
| Date: | Mar 14 2005 |
>I do not advocate transposition
> alone, but as an end result. The fundamental properties give the
> reason for being able to do it that much more efficient way. It
> does require training and efort, but it pays off big time in the
> long run.
To push the point, consider the process of division by a fraction. The
underlying principle is equivalent fractions, but the 'process' is to "invert
and multiply". That is purely mechanical, but based upon a firm principle which
is not written out in full.
David.
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