| Description |
Presents the history and some of the characteristics of fractions and describes the basic principles governing their use. Indicates the derivation of the words "fraction," "numerator," and "denominator." Identifies the different meanings of any given fraction and traces our present representation of fractions as coming from Egypt, Greece, Rome, and India. Compares rational, decimal, and duodecimal fractions. Features Phillip S. Jones.
|
