This introductory textbook takes a problem-solving approach to number theory, situating each concept within the framework of an example or a problem for solving. Starting with the essentials, the text covers divisibility, unique factorization, modular arithmetic and the Chinese Remainder Theorem, Diophantine equations, binomial coefficients, Fermat and Mersenne primes and other special numbers, and special sequences. Included are sections on mathematical induction and the pigeonhole principle, as well as a discussion of other number systems. By emphasizing examples and applications the authors motivate and engage readers.
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This introductory textbook takes a problem-solving approach to number theory, situating each concept within the framework of an example or a problem for solving. Starting with the essentials, the text covers divisibility, unique factorization, modular arithmetic and the Chinese Remainder Theorem, Diophantine equations, binomial coefficients, Fermat and Mersenne primes and other special numbers, and special sequences. Included are sections on mathematical induction and the pigeonhole principle, as well as a discussion of other number systems. By emphasizing examples and applications the authors motivate and engage readers.
Imprint | Birkhauser Boston |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | March 2009 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | March 2009 |
Authors | Titu Andreescu, Dorin Andrica |
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 29mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 384 |
Edition | 2009 ed. |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8176-3245-8 |
Barcode | 9780817632458 |
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LSN | 0-8176-3245-X |