Proof in Mathematics: An Introduction
by James Franklin, Albert Daoud
Publisher: Kew Books 2011
ISBN/ASIN: 0646545094
ISBN-13: 9780646545097
Number of pages: 104
Description:
This is a small (98 page) textbook designed to teach mathematics and computer science students the basics of how to read and construct proofs. The book takes a straightforward, no nonsense approach to explaining the core technique of mathematics.
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