analytic geometry

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.

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.

After they get to college, it’s often too late for many of them who lack adequate backgrounds in algebra and analytic geometry.

It was like a bell sounding, taking her back to the course on the analytic geometry of space that Dr. Claytor had created for her.

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.