Mathematical "Textbook"
1800 BC - 1600 BC
Clay
Original Site Unknown
7.5 cm x 7.0 cm x 1.6 cm
Clay
Original Site Unknown
7.5 cm x 7.0 cm x 1.6 cm
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Discussion Questions
Use the questions provided to guide your examination of the artifact.
Why is this tablet like a textbook?
Where do you think the answers to the problems on this tablet might have been found?
Do you think that all ancient Mesopotamians had a basic knowledge of mathematics?