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Unpublished paper, 'Demonstration of a general formula for the resolution of equations' by John Hibernus

Reference number: AP/2/13

Date: early 19th century

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Hibernus illustrates his general formula for solving equations in the fifth degree and higher degrees using proofs. An ink inscription along the left margin of the first page reads 'Hibernus on Equations, no date'.

Subject: Mathematics

Reference number
AP/2/13
Earliest possible date
early 19th century
Physical description
Ink on paper
Page extent
4 pages
Format
Manuscript

Creator name

John Hibernus

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John Hibernus, Unpublished paper, 'Demonstration of a general formula for the resolution of equations' by John Hibernus, early 19th century, AP/2/13, The Royal Society Archives, London, https://makingscience.royalsociety.org/items/ap_2_13/unpublished-paper-demonstration-of-a-general-formula-for-the-resolution-of-equations-by-john-hibernus, accessed on 01 December 2024

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