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Arithmetic, rational and practical. Wherein The properties of Numbers are clearly pointed out, the Theory of the science deduced from first principles, the methods of Operation demonstratively explained, and the whole reduced to Practice in a great variety of useful Rules. Consisting of three parts, viz. I. Vulgar arithmetic. II. Decimal arithmetic. III. Practical arithmetic. By John Mair, A.M. Rector of the Academy at Perth.
Mair, John, 1702 or 1703-1769.Date: MDCCLXXVII. [1777]- Books
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The universal arithmetic, containing all the rules in arithmetic, after a new and most concise method; Vulgar and decimal fractions, the square and cube roots, with a brief explanation of their use: mensuration and surveying: to which are added, a great variety of practical questions, &c. The whole scientifically laid down in a plain and easy manner, for the use of schools, -private families, and the rising generation in general. By R. Chappell, late T.M. St. Mary-le-Bone, London.
Chappell, Richard, teacher of arithmetic.Date: 1798- Books
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The universal arithmetic, containing all the rules in arithmetic, After a New and most Concise Method; Vulgar and Decimal Fractions, the Square and Cube Roots, With a brief Explanation of their Use; Mensuration and Surveying: to Which are Added, A great Variety of Practical Questions, &c. The Whole Scientifically laid down in a plain and easy Manner, for the Use of Schools,-Private Families, and the Rising Generation in general. By R. Chappell, late T. M. St. Mary-le-Bone, London.
Chappell, Richard, teacher of arithmetic.Date: 1798- Books
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A compendium of simple arithmetic; in which the first rules of that pleasing science are made familiar to the capacities of youth.
Date: 1800- Books
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A key to The tutor and scholar's assistant. By Joseph Saul.
Saul, Joseph, active 1797.Date: MDCCXCVII. [1797]