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The Euclidean Algorithm as an Application of the Long Division Algorithm
Individuals learn to apply the Euclidean algorithm to find the greatest common factor of two numbers. Additionally, the lesson connects greatest common factor to the largest square that can be drawn in a rectangle.
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Euclidean Algorithm
Learners are introduced to the concept of a Greatest Common Divisor. They review the number systems. Students are told how the entire field of Number Theory primarily uses the integers. They are told the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra.
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Math Trailblazers and Their Modern Day Connections
There are many ways to connect math with topics your children are interested in.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Euclidean Algorithm
As related to cryptography, understanding and providing proof of the Euclidian Algorithm.
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Greatest Common Divisor and Least Common Multiple
Learn about the greatest common divisor, the least common multiple, and the Euclidean Algorithm. This resource gives a description of each of these concepts, accompanied by several examples.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Euclid's Algorithm
This site from Mathworld.com provides a very detailed description of Euclid's algorithm of common divisors and a method of finding the greatest.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Golden Ratio
Math World explains the Golden Ratio, gives the formula for finding the irrational number, and expresses this value as an infinite series. Also defines and represents the Ratio geometrically, its relationship to the Fibonacci numbers,...
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Greatest Common Factor Calculator
Free online calculator provides help with finding the greatest common factor.
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Stat Soft: Statistics Glossary
Dozens of statistical terms are defined and illustrated in this glossary.