Publisher's Synopsis
The Rationale of Arithmetical Teaching is a book written by John Blain in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive explanation of the principles of numeration and the four elementary rules of arithmetic, namely addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The author aims to provide a clear and concise understanding of these fundamental concepts and their applications in everyday life.Blain's book is intended for teachers and students of arithmetic, as well as anyone interested in the subject. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding the rationale behind arithmetical operations, rather than simply memorizing formulas and rules. He provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers grasp the concepts and apply them in practical situations.The book covers a wide range of topics, including place value, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Blain also discusses the history and development of arithmetic, as well as its relationship to other branches of mathematics.Overall, The Rationale of Arithmetical Teaching is a valuable resource for anyone seeking a thorough understanding of arithmetic and its applications. Blain's clear and concise explanations, along with his practical examples and exercises, make this book an excellent guide for both teachers and students.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
