A brief history of number theory in iran

Document Type : Mathematical history Paper

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University of Zanjan

Abstract

As historians consider history as a deed of decency and honor certificate of any nation, the history of mathematics certainly holds a significant position for the people of the land. Among these, the science of arithmetic has received special attention due to its distinguished position in the vast realm of mathematics. In this paper, we briefly review and examine the history of the development of arithmetic in Iran.

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