analytic geometry
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In an appendix to his major work “Discourse” in the 17th century, Descartes introduced a version of analytic geometry – in which algebra is used to solve geometric problems.
From Scientific American
Once Johnson completed the standard mathematics curriculum at West Virginia State College, Claytor created advanced classes just for her, including a course on analytic geometry.
From Salon
But her expertise in analytic geometry propelled her to the space task group, which was comprised of white males who did not welcome her with open arms.
From Washington Times
Descartes’s invention of analytic geometry, which translates between equations and geometric shapes, is a brilliant example.
From this springs the modern analytic geometry, a subject that has revolutionized the methods of all mathematics.
From Project Gutenberg
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