Anderson, Ian
A First Course in Discrete Mathematics (Springer Undergraduate Mathematics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781852332365
- author:
- Anderson, Ian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Springer
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 200
- Genre:
- Combinatorics & graph theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A First Course in Discrete Mathematics by Brian Lian provides a concise introduction to discrete mathematics, covering topics such as enumeration, graph theory, and Latin squares. This textbook is designed for second-year undergraduate mathematics students, offering a range of techniques, ideas, and results. With many worked examples and exercises, it helps students develop a solid foundation in the subject. The book covers standard topics, including binomial coefficients, recurrence, and graph theory, as well as more advanced material on the ménage problem, magic squares, and Catalan numbers. It also includes a range of exercises, with hints or solutions provided for most of them. Suitable for students looking to expand their knowledge of discrete mathematics, this textbook offers a clear and accessible approach to understanding key concepts and techniques.