Develops a concept of the interchangeability of the words ‘function’ and ‘mapping’. Shows a ‘function machine’ which responds predictably to a given numerical stimulus and gives the rule underlying the response. Good use of comical sketches to explain mathematical equations. From the series “Vision in mathematics”.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
502497
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Mathematics - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Mathematics
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Mathematics - Study and teaching
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)