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The Babylonians and Plimpton 322
See the surprisingly familiar numbers that appear on this ancient tablet.
The Egyptians and Unit Fractions
The legend that led the Egyptians to use a complex system of fractions.
The Egyptians and Multiplication
How the Egyptians tackled multiplication, using powers of two.
The Greeks and Proof
How the ancient Greeks managed to prove mathematical reasoning beyond doubt.
The Romans and Numerals
Discover why the Romans were such terrible mathematicians!
Building the Pyramids
How Egyptian builders used triangles to create perfectly symmetrical pyramids.
