JAWAHAR NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA,

BANASKANTHA

MATHEMATICS PORTOFOLIO
MANARSH DESAI

XTH B
2022-23
 ABOUT MYSELF

MYSELF MANARSH DESAI , I AM A STUDENT OF

CLASS 10 OF JAWAHAR NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA ,
DANTIWADA.
THIS PORTOFOLIO CONSISTS OF CONTENTS
WHERE I HAVE TRIED TO EXPRESS MY THOUGHTS
ON VARIOUS THINGS OF MATHEMATICS
MY MATHEMATICS TEACHER MR. MANGILAL
MEENA HAS GUIDED ME FOR THIS WORK AS I
ALSO HAVE ATTEMPTED THIS IN PARTIAL
FULFILLMENT OF ANNUAL INTERNAL ASSESMENT
BY C.B.S.E

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 HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS

The history of mathematics deals with the origin of discoveries in mathematics and
the mathematical methods and notation of the past. Before the modern age and the
worldwide spread of knowledge, written examples of new mathematical developments
have come to light only in a few locales. From 3000 BC the Mesopotamian states
of Sumer, Akkad and Assyria, followed closely by Ancient Egypt and the Levantine state
of Ebla began using arithmetic, algebra and geometry for purposes of taxation,
commerce, trade and also in the patterns in nature, the field of astronomy and to record
time and formulate calendars.
The earliest mathematical texts available are from Mesopotamia and Egypt – Plimpton
322 (Babylonian c. 2000 – 1900 BC), the Rhind Mathematical Papyrus (Egyptian c. 1800
BC and the Moscow Mathematical Papyrus (Egyptian c. 1890 BC). All of these texts
mention the so-called Pythagorean triples, so, by inference, the Pythagorean
theorem seems to be the most ancient and widespread mathematical development after
basic arithmetic and geometry.
The study of mathematics as a "demonstrative discipline" began in the 6th century BC
with the Pythagoreans, who coined the term "mathematics" from the
ancient Greek μάθημα (mathema), meaning "subject of instruction".[4] Greek
mathematics greatly refined the methods (especially through the introduction of
deductive reasoning and mathematical rigor in proofs) and expanded the subject matter
of mathematics. Although they made virtually no contributions to theoretical
mathematics, the ancient Romans used applied mathematics in surveying, structural
engineering, mechanical engineering, bookkeeping, creation of lunar and solar
calendars, and even arts and crafts. Chinese mathematics made early contributions,
including a place value system and the first use of negative numbers. The Hindu–Arabic
numeral system and the rules for the use of its operations, in use throughout the world
today evolved over the course of the first millennium AD in India and were transmitted to
the Western world via Islamic mathematics through the work of Muḥammad ibn Mūsā al-
Khwārizmī. Islamic mathematics, in turn, developed and expanded the mathematics
known to these civilizations. Contemporaneous with but independent of these traditions
were the mathematics developed by the Maya civilization of Mexico and Central
America, where the concept of zero was given a standard symbol in Maya numerals.
Many Greek and Arabic texts on mathematics were translated into Latin from the 12th
century onward, leading to further development of mathematics in Medieval Europe.
From ancient times through the Middle Ages, periods of mathematical discovery were
often followed by centuries of stagnation. Beginning in Renaissance Italy in the 15th
century, new mathematical developments, interacting with new scientific discoveries,
were made at an increasing pace that continues through the present day. This includes
the groundbreaking work of both Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz in the
development of infinitesimal calculus during the course of the 17th century

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PYTHAGORAS THEOREM

Pythagoras's theorem states that in a right-

angled triangle, the square of the length of
the hypotenuse (the side opposite the right
angle) is equal to the sum of the squares of
the lengths of the other two sides. In
mathematical notation, the theorem can be
written as c^2 = a^2 + b^2, where c is the
length of the hypotenuse and a and b are
the lengths of the other two sides.

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 MY FAVOURITE MATHEMATICIAN
SIR ANAND KUMAR

Anand Kumar (born 1 January 1973) is an Indian Mathematics educator best known for
his Super 30 programme, which he started in Patna, Bihar in 2002, known for coaching
underprivileged students for JEE- Main & JEE-Advanced, the entrance examination for
the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). By 2018, 422 out of 510 students had made it
to the IITs and Discovery Channel showcased his work in a documentary. Kumar has
spoken at MIT and Harvard about his programs for students from the underprivileged
sections of Indian society.[8] Kumar and his school have been the subject of
several smear campaigns, some of which have been carried in Indian media
sources. His life and work had been portrayed in the 2019 film, Super 30, where Kumar
is played by Hrithik Roshan.

On 8 November 2018, Anand Kumar was honoured with the Global Education Award 2018
by Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Dubai. His efforts in the field of education are considered
"pioneering". Anand Kumar has been felicitated in the US with "Education Excellence Award
2019 " by the Foundation For Excellence in Education (FFE) at a function in San Jose,
California. Anand Kumar received "Mahaveer Award" in Chennai. Anand Kumar recently
awarded with Bharat Ganit Ratna Award 2022- a special award declared by DASA India -
National VO operated from Agartala Tripura on 10 March 2022, which has been handed over
by Anjan Banik, National Chairman of DASA India.

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 OVERVIEW OF MATHEMATICS IN 10TH CLASS

The CBSE Class 10 exam is one of the milestones in a

student’s life. The content of Class 10 Mathematics is
designed keeping this in mind. The concepts of
trigonometry and quadratic equations are introduced
in this grade. Concepts like real numbers, polynomials,
statistics, probability, triangles, surface areas and
volumes are extensions to the parts studied in earlier
grades.
There are 15 crucial chapters in the Class 10
Mathematics syllabus that cover important topics
related to probability, statistics, geometry,
constructions, trigonometry, mensuration, arithmetic
and algebra
Class 10 Maths forms the fundamental basis for every
higher level of math concepts and topics. In the Class
10 Maths curriculum, students are introduced to a wide
variety of important concepts that would hold extreme
importance in the later grades. Apart from developing
a deeper understanding of maths fundamentals, class
10 mathematics is also important for board exams as it
is a compulsory subject on most boards.

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 IMPORTANCE OF MATHEMATICS
Mathematics is a powerful tool for global understanding and communication that
organizes our lives and prevents chaos.
Mathematics helps us understand the world and provides an effective way of
building mental discipline.
Math encourages logical reasoning, critical thinking, creative thinking, abstract or
spatial thinking, problem-solving ability, and even effective communication skills.
Mathematics is a powerful tool for global understanding and communication that
organizes our lives and prevents chaos. Mathematics helps us understand the world
and provides an effective way of building mental discipline . Math encourages logical
reasoning, critical thinking, creative thinking, abstract or spatial thinking, problem-
solving ability, and even effective communication skills

Mathematics is a study of measurements, numbers, and space, which is one of the

first sciences that humans work to develop because of its great importance and
benefit. The origin of the word "mathematics" is in Greek, which means tendencies
to learn, and there are many branches of mathematics in science, that are related to
numbers, including geometric forms, algebra, and others.

Mathematics plays a vital role in all aspects of life, whether in everyday matters such
as time tracking, driving, cooking, or jobs such as accounting, finance, banking,
engineering, and software. These functions require a strong mathematical
background, and scientific experiments by scientists need mathematical techniques.
They are a language to describe scientists' work and achievements.

As for mathematical inventions, they are numerous throughout the ages. Some of
them were tangible, such as counting and measuring devices. Some of them are not
as tangible as methods of thinking and solving. The symbols that express numbers
are also one of the most important mathematical inventions.

Mathematics helps in analytical thinking. While solving maths problems, data are
collected, disassembled, and then interconnected to solve them. Mathematics helps
to develop the ability to think. It helps explain how things work. It helps to develop
wisdom. It increases the speed of intuition .It helps to make the child smarter.
Money can be collected in mathematics when used as a profession. It is important
in a constantly evolving world. It provides the child with an opportunity to get to
the world.

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