Elementary Number Theory and Its Applications (English Edition. 4th Edition)

Author: (USA) Rosen
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book primarily introduces the applications of number theory, including integers, primes and greatest common divisors, congruences, increasing functions, cryptography, primitive roots, quadratic residues and reciprocals, decimals and continued fractions, and nonlinear Diophantine equations. The book avoids rigid instruction and presents the subject of number theory in an engaging way, making the learning process enjoyable. Additionally, the uniquely designed exercise layout is another highlight of the book. Each section contains two types of exercises: written questions and computer programming exercises, which enable readers to connect the mathematical concepts in the book with practical programming skills. Since its publication, the book has received high praise from readers and has been widely adopted by hundreds of universities.