Mathematics Homework Help

Construct an exhibit on ancient computing methods. Some suggestions for your exhibit are:

• • Charts of sample computations by ancient methods
  • Pebbles
  • Tally sticks
  • Tally marks in sand
  • Roman number computations
  • Abaci
  • Napier’s bones
  • Old computing devices

Answer the following questions as part of your exhibit:

1. 1. How do you multiply with Roman numerals?
   2. What is the scratch system?
   3. What is the lattice method of computation?
   4. What changes in our methods of long multiplication and long divisions have taken place over the years?
   5. How did the old computing machines work?
   6. Who invented the slide rule?
   7. Include your thoughts on how the computing method has evolved over time. Finally, describe how you will use this exhibit in your teaching.