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The Secrets of Mental Math (2006)

by Arthur Benjamin, Michael Shermer

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An accessible guide to mathematical calculation reveals the secrets of rapid mental calculation, memorization, and other feats of the mind, with tips on how to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and work with fractions, squares, and cube roots.
3 alternates | English | Primary description for language | score: 33
These simple math secrets and tricks will forever change how you look at the world of numbers. Secrets of Mental Math will have you thinking like a math genius in no time.
2 alternates | English | Description provided by Bowker | score: 12
These simple math secrets and tricks will forever change how you look at the world of numbers. Secrets of Mental Math will have you thinking like a math genius in no time. Get ready to amaze your friends—and yourself—with incredible calculations you never thought you could master, as renowned “mathemagician” Arthur Benjamin shares his techniques for lightning-quick calculations and amazing number tricks. This book will teach you to do math in your head faster than you ever thought possible, dramatically improve your memory for numbers, and—maybe for the first time—make mathematics fun. Yes, even you can learn to do seemingly complex equations in your head; all you need to learn are a few tricks. You’ll be able to quickly multiply and divide triple digits, compute with fractions, and determine squares, cubes, and roots without blinking an eye. No matter what your age or current math ability, Secrets of Mental Math will allow you to perform fantastic feats of the mind effortlessly. This is the math they never taught you in school.
6 alternates | English | score: 10
Mathemagics presents the secrets of lightning calculation. These tricks are so easy to learn that they make calculating enjoyable and will contribute to the positive image of mathematics as a subject for everyone.
English | Description provided by Bowker | score: 5
Did you know it's easier to add and subtract from left to right, rather than the other way around? That it's possible to square a three-digit number in mere seconds? Regardless of their skill level, with this book, anyone can mentally calculate complex problems with amazing ease.
English | Description provided by Bowker | score: 5
Shows how to get maximum effect out of four basic math skills by teaching tricks and techniques that make calculating in your head very easy.
English | Description provided by Bowker | score: 3
Secrets of lightning calculation and how to perform mind-boggling mental feats.
English | score: 3
In twelve lectures, provides an overview for improving and enhancing your ability to solve a range of mathematical problems right in your head.
English | score: 2
Starting with the basics of mental addition and subtraction and then on to the more complicated workings of multiplication and division, Mathemagics shows how to perform calculations faster in your head than you can with a calculator or a pencil and paper.
English | score: 1
These simple math secrets and tricks will forever change how you look at the world of numbers.
English | score: 1
Provides secrets and tips for mentally solving mathematical problems.
English | score: 1
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English | score: 1
Sammlung von Tricks zum rationellen Kopfrechnen mit Übungsaufgaben und Lösungen
German | Primary description for language | score: 1
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