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The Rhind Mathematical Papyrus

By Arnold Chace

The Rhind Mathematical Papyrus

By Arnold Chace

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The Rhind Mathematical Papyrus (c. 1650 BCE) is an ancient Egyptian textbook, copied by the scribe Ahmose, containing 84 practical math problems demonstrating advanced arithmetic, algebra, and geometry for scribal training, covering topics like fractions, areas (including circle approximation), volumes (like cylindrical granaries), and solving linear equations, revealing sophisticated Egyptian mathematical knowledge used for administration and construction, predating similar Greek developments. In essence, the Rhind Papyrus is a crucial document showing that ancient Egyptians possessed sophisticated mathematical tools for building, administration, and abstract thought, centuries before widely assumed.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
220
Release Date:
2025-11-03
Publication Date:
2025-11-03
Publisher:
Black Legacy Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1636524494
ISBN13:
9781636524498
Weight:
365 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
13 cm
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