The Logic and Utility of Mathematics: With the Best Methods of Instruction Explained and IllustratedA.S. Barnes & Company, 1850 - 375 σελίδες |
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abstract Algebra algebraic quantity analysis Analytical Geometry applicable apprehended argument arithmetic axioms basis bers branch called combinations common compared conclusion connection copula curved deductive deductive reasoning defined definition denominate numbers Descriptive Geometry divided division elementary employed ence equal equation eral example explained expressed facts feet figures formula frac fractional units geometrical magnitudes gism Hence idea Induction inferred integer integer units INTEGRAL CALCULUS kind knowledge known language laws learner length logic mathematical science means merate method metic middle term mind multiplied Natural Philosophy nature operations plane practical predicate premises principles properties proportion proposition pupil quantity quotient ratio reasoning regarded relation right angles scale of tens sides signification signs solid species square straight line subtraction subtrahend surface syllogism symbols term things tion triangle Troy Weight true truths unit of measure unity whole words yard
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Σελίδα 259 - The square described on the hypothenuse of a right-angled triangle is equivalent to the sum of the squares described on the other two sides.
Σελίδα 311 - Admission to its sanctuary, and to the privileges and feelings of a- votary, is only to be gained by one means — sound and sufficient knowledge of mathematics, the great instrument of all exact inquiry, without which no man can ever make such advances in this or any other of the higher departments of science as can entitle him to form an independent opinion on any subject of discussion within their range.
Σελίδα 46 - INDUCTION, then, is that operation of the mind, by which we infer that what we know to be true in a particular case or cases, will be true in all cases which resemble the former in certain assignable respects. In other words, Induction is the process by which we conclude that what is true of certain individuals of a class is true of the whole class, or that what is true at certain times will be true in similar circumstances at all times.
Σελίδα 245 - The area of a rectangle is equal to the product of its base and altitude.
Σελίδα 239 - AD c, have two sides, and the included angle of the one equal to two sides and the included angle of the other, each to each, and are equal in all their parts...
Σελίδα 56 - IN every instance in which we reason, in the strict sense of the word, ie make use of arguments, whether for the sake of refuting an adversary, or of conveying instruction, or of satisfying our own minds on any point, whatever may be the subject we are engaged on, a certain process takes place in the mind, which is one and the same in all cases, provided it be correctly conducted.
Σελίδα 327 - Rock, which stands on one side of the harbor's mouth, so nearly right ahead that we had not to alter our course above a point in order to hit the entrance of Rio. This was the first land we had seen for three months, after crossing so many seas, and being set backwards and forwards by innumerable currents and foul winds.
Σελίδα 56 - This indeed is, and cannot but be, the case with every other process respecting which any system has been formed ; the practice not only may exist independently of the theory, but must have preceded the theory. There must have been Language before a system of grammar could be devised ; and musical compositions previous to the science of Music. This, by the way, will serve to expose the futility of the popular objection against Logic, that men may reason very well who know nothing of it.
Σελίδα 327 - I hove-to at four in the morning till the day should break, and then bore up ; for although it was very hazy, we could see before us a couple of miles or so. About eight o'clock it became so foggy that I did not like to stand in farther, and was just bringing the ship to the wind again before sending the people to breakfast, when it suddenly cleared off, and I had the satisfaction of seeing the great...
Σελίδα 88 - i_ •LJ unsound mode of arguing, which appears to demand our conviction, and to be decisive of the question in hand, when in fairness it is not.