The Britannica Guide to Numbers and Measurement

by William L. Hosch

Book Overview

Communication and, indeed, our comprehension of the world in general are largely ordered by the number and measurement systems that have arisen over time. Numbers lend structure to human interaction by standardizing the language we use to interpret quantities and by helping us understand natural relationships between varying concepts. This book delves into the history of mathematical reasoning and the progression of numerical thought around the world...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1615301089
• ISBN13: 9781615301089
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Rosen Education Service
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12