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The problem of the graphic artist

Blum, Werner
Kirsch, Arnold

'The problem of the graphic artist' is a small example of applying elementary mathematics (divisibility of natural numbers) to a real problem which we ourselves have actually experienced. It deals with the possibilities for partitioning a sheet of paper into strips. In this contribution we report on a teaching unit in grade 6 as well as on informal tests with students in school and university. Finally we analyse this example methodologically, summarise our observations with pupils and students, and draw some didactical conclusions.

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@article{urn:nbn:de:hebis:34-2009061528206,
  author    ={Blum, Werner and Kirsch, Arnold},
  title    ={The problem of the graphic artist},
  copyright  ={https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/},
  language ={en},
  year   ={1989}
}