Colour by Numbers: Solving Algebraic Equations Without Algebra
A series of Excel models is described. They allow solution of f(x) = 0 by examining change of sign of function values. The function is graphed and change of sign easily detected by a change of colour. Prominent Excel features used are Names, Chart Wizard and Conditional Formatting. Several sample Ex...
Main Author: | Stephen J. Sugden |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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McMaster University
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Series: | Spreadsheets in Education |
Online Access: | http://sie.scholasticahq.com/article/4532-colour-by-numbers-solving-algebraic-equations-without-algebra.pdf |
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