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Absolute Versus Relative Measurements in Geometry - Rational Geometry Math Foundations

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This course examines absolute and relative measurement in geometry through ancient Greek proportions and Euclid’s theory. It develops these ideas using segments, affine points, vectors, and the affine plane.

Syllabus

Introduction
Ancient Greeks held proportions in high regard
Euclid's theory of proportions
Segments
Natural numbers are absolute
Affine points
Distinguishing points and vectors
Affine plane

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