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Philosophy of Mathematics and Geometry by Marcelo Silvano de Camargo is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The document discusses the philosophy of mathematics, focusing on the infinitesimal method and its historical development from ancient geometry to modern calculus. It critiques the teaching of calculus for lacking clarity in its foundational principles, which often confuses students. The author aims to elucidate these principles and trace the evolution of mathematical methods through notable figures such as Euclid, Archimedes, Cavalieri, Newton, and Leibniz.

Author

Marcelo Silvano de Camargo

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EN