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Mathematical thought

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Mathematical thought refers to the cognitive processes involved in understanding, creating, and applying mathematical concepts and reasoning. It encompasses problem-solving, logical deduction, abstraction, and the ability to manipulate symbols and structures within mathematics, reflecting both individual and collective approaches to mathematical reasoning.
This study investigates the structure and development of quantitative thought in Greece and India. A total of 297 Indian subjects and 269 Greek subjects, aged from 10 to 16 years, were examined by a battery addressing their ability to... more
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Dans cet article je propose d'exprimer et de défendre une conception des pratiques et du domaine de discours mathématiques qui soit sensible, d'une part, au pluralisme des relations entre pratiques inférentielles et intérêts, et d'autre... more