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torquerotates
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Hi I'm looking for a book on AMATYC. Any ideas?
Hi I'm looking for a book on AMATYC. Any ideas?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around finding a book related to AMATYC, which some participants clarify refers to the American Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges. The scope includes inquiries about resources and materials associated with AMATYC, particularly in the context of tests or contests.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant seeks recommendations for a book on AMATYC.
- Another participant confirms that AMATYC refers to the American Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges.
- A different participant mentions that AMATYC is associated with a test or contest, providing a link for further information.
- One participant clarifies that while AMATYC holds a test contest, it is not solely defined by that aspect and suggests that using the correct terminology is important. They also recommend D'Angelo & West's "Mathematical Thinking" as a potentially helpful resource.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the identity of AMATYC, but there is some contention regarding its definition and the relevance of the test contest. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best book recommendations.
Contextual Notes
There are limitations in the discussion regarding the specific types of books that may be useful, as well as the varying interpretations of AMATYC's significance beyond the test context.
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Asphodel
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You want a book on the American Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges?
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Apparently it's a test/contest
http://iws.ccccd.edu/vantohe/AMATYC.html
http://iws.ccccd.edu/vantohe/AMATYC.html
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Asphodel
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AMATYC does hold a test contest...but that's not AMATYC. It helps when communicating to use a thing's correct name. 
For the test, they make previous ones available. Also your school would have them. D'Angelo & West's "Mathematical Thinking" might be helpful.
For the test, they make previous ones available. Also your school would have them. D'Angelo & West's "Mathematical Thinking" might be helpful.
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