On multiplication theorems for magic squares

Date of Publication

1995

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

College

College of Science

Department/Unit

Mathematics and Statistics

Abstract/Summary

In this paper, we present, prove, and illustrate a Composition Theorem for Magic Squares.Let M and N be magic squares of orders p and q, respectively. For k = 1,2..., q2, letMk = M + (k - 1) p2 Jpwhere Jp = p x p matrix of all 1's. Form the array Nm of order pq obtained by replacing each entry of N by Mk. Then Nm is a magic square of order pq.Using this composition theorem, we can compose the approximate magic square N = 14 32 with anu p x p matrix M to form a magic square of order 2p.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU07040

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

55 leaves

Keywords

Magic squares; Mathematical recreations; Matrices; Number theory

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