Mathematical Puzzling (Dover Books on Mathematics)

Challenging and stimulating collection of diverting brain-teasers helps high school students integrate simple techniques and complex problem-solving strategies in an enjoyable way. Problems involving squares and cubes, polyhedra, prime numbers, chess pieces, and other subjects are grouped into 29 sections, with easier problems appearing at the beginning of each. A valuable tool for teachers, this absorbing book will also appeal to individuals working alone who want to develop problem-solving techniques. Solutions included.