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The ideas needed for the solution to the problem of finding a root x2-2 are reviewed and it is demonstrated how a quotient field can be constructed in which the root lies.
Metadata describing this Open University video programme
Module code and title: M202, Topics in pure mathematics
Item code: M202; 24
Recording date: 06-04-1973
First transmission date: 23-07-1973
Published: 1973
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Duration: 00:22:57
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Producer: Jean Nunn
Contributors: Percy Mett; Allan I.,1936-2013 Solomon
Publisher: BBC Open University
Keyword(s): Algebraic techniques; Polynomial; Quotient field; Square roots
Master spool number: 6HT/71005
Production number: 00525_4048
Videofinder number: 4029
Available to public: no