Babylonian mathematics
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Contents

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • 1 Babylonian mathematics
    • 1.2 A Babylonian mathematical problem
    • 1.3 The historical study of cuneiform
    • 1.4 A remarkable numeration system
    • 1.5 Plimpton 322
      • 1.5.1 Uncertain origins
      • 1.5.2 What is the significance of the numbers?
      • 1.5.3 Errors in Plimpton 322
    • 1.6 The social context of Babylonian mathematical activity
    • 1.7 Babylonian mathematical style
  • Conclusion
  • Further Reading
  • Acknowledgements

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