Publication Date
2013
Abstract
It is difficult to find good problems for undergraduates. In this article, we explore an interesting problem that can be used in virtually any mathematics course. We then offer natural generalizations, state and prove some related results, and ultimately end with several open problems suitable for undergraduate research. Finally, we attempt to shed some light on what makes a problem interesting.
Volume
13
Issue
1
First Page
225
Last Page
232
Rights
© Virginia Mathematics and Science Coalition, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
DOI
https://doi.org/10.25891/QE20-4096
Recommended Citation
Cline, D. and Peterson, K.
(2013)
"Unlocking Undergraduate Problem Solving,"
Journal of Mathematics and Science: Collaborative Explorations: Vol. 13:
No.
1, Article 17.
Available at:
https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/jmsce_vamsc/vol13/iss1/17
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