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The Arc Midpoint Find
 
Continuing his discussion of circular arc midpoint computation Oleksandr develops an expression for the midpoint of a circular arc in n dimensions.
The art of Hamid Naderi Yeganeh
 
Hamid Naderi Yeganeh is a student of mathematics at University of Qom in Iran. He likes to create beautiful images by basic mathematical concepts.
The Identity Crisis in Trigonometry
 
Rick uses a problem sent to Quandaries and Queries to illustrate the usefulness of proving trigonometric identities.
Towards a Better Understanding of Pi Using the Idea of Limits.
 
Ed describes here an activity that students can undertake to approximate pi. It is adapted from the process used by Archimedes in about 240 BC. Students who work through this activity will improve their understanding of pi.
What are real world applications of trigonometry?
 
Students often ask where they will ever use trigonometry or why they need to study it. This note contains a use of trigonomerty in two areas where its use might be unexpected. One situation involves an artisan who needs the dimensions for a metal sculpture he is constructing and the second a homeowner who is disputing her property assessment.
Why is a circle divided into 360 degrees?
 
Kurtis Kredo sent this question to Quandaries and Queries and we thought the answer Chris gave deserved to be in the Resource Room.
Faire des Parallèles Autour le Monde
 
Géographie rencontre mathématiques à mi-chemin entre les latitudes.
 
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