MA105 College Algebra discussion

choose a number system, set of numbers, or set of numerals to research. Look specifically for facts about their history. After you have researched and read multiple (at least 2) sources,write a discussion post with 2 paragraphs totaling 150 words.

1. In the first paragraph, summarize and teach us what you learned. Include specific historical facts such as dates, people, and cultures involved.
2. In your second paragraph, reflect on what you learned. Tell us what you found interesting and how it may have changed your perspective on numbers. Share any other thoughts you may have after doing your research. References to a minimum of 2 sources are required. List the URLs at the bottom of your discussion post. These don’t count towards the 150-word count.

In your replies, you can comment on what you learned from their post, and compare their information to what you learned. If you have questions or want more information, ask your classmate, and be specific.

Need a hint?

Perhaps you are interested in the history of zero, or the history of imaginary numbers. Maybe you want to know more about the symbols we use for the sets, such as using to represent integers. Maybe you are interested in what Set Theory is all about, or are curious about other number systems like the base-20 system used by Mayans.

A good start is to use internet resources such as a search engine or YouTube to search for one of the following:

History of number system

History of imaginary numbers

History of complex numbers

History of rational numbers

History of irrational numbers

History of integers

History of negative numbers

Here is a list of topics you can choose to research:

Number systems (this is a partial list):

• Binary number system
• Octal number system
• Decimal number system
• Hexadecimal number system
• Vigesimal number system (used by the Mayans)
• Sexagesimal number system (used by the Babylonians)

Set of Numbers:

• Natural numbers
• Whole numbers
• Integers
• Decimal numbers
• Real numbers
• Complex numbers
• Rational numbers
• Imaginary numbers
• Fractions

Rational numbers

Set of Numerals (this is a partial list)

• Hindu-
• Arabic numerals

Arabic numerals

• Roman numerals
• Chinese numerals
• Mayan numerals
• Egyptian numerals
• Babylonian numerals