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  Problem Solving Through Recreational Mathematics

  by Bonnie Averbach

  Many of the most important mathematical concepts were developed from recreational problems. This book uses problems, puzzles, and games to teach students how to think critically. It emphasizes active participation in problem solving, with emphasis on logic, number and graph theory, games of strategy, and much more. Answers to Selected Problems. Index. 1980 ed.
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  Games Magazine's World Cryptic Crosswords (Other)

  A mind-bending new treasury of fifty fabulous, fun-filled crossword puzzles from Games magazine! Cryptic crossword clues have two parts. One is the definition of the answer, and the other is a description of it through wordplay. The trick is discovering which part is which, and cracking the anagrams, hidden words, and other language play within the clues. Games Magazine's World of Cryptic Crosswords includes a... (more)
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  The Back of the Napkin: Solving Problems and Selling Ideas with Pictures

  by Dan Roam

  A bold new way to tackle tough business problems?even if you draw like a second grader When Herb Kelleher was brainstorming about how to beat the traditional hub-and- spoke airlines, he grabbed a bar napkin and a pen. Three dots to represent Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Three arrows to show direct flights. Problem solved, and the picture made it easy to sell Southwest Airlines to investors and customers. ... (more)