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Theorems in motion: using dynamic geometry to gain fresh insights

Authors :
Scher, Daniel P.
Source :
Mathematics Teacher. April, 1996, Vol. 89 Issue 4, p330, 3 p.
Publication Year :
1996

Abstract

Dynamic geometric constructions using 'The Geometer's Sketchpad,' allow students to generalize theorems and transform the static images into moving, deformable forms. The study of the movement of constant-area rectangles involves the use of chord-theorem and geometric-mean construction. The dynamics of a constant-perimeter rectangle are discussed.

Details

ISSN :
00255769
Volume :
89
Issue :
4
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Mathematics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.18272836