The Mayans developed their mathematics and calendar based on a base 20 and modified 20 number system. They taught their children complex mathematics with three simple earth elements: the pebble (one), the twig (five) and the seashell (zero). The Mayans is considered the first civilization to define zero in their number system, an empty container or empty sea shell.
For those taking college mathematics survey courses, such as the Nature of Mathematics or the History of Mathematics, Mayan mathematics, and the base 20 number system used is often studied. Such courses also study the Mayan calendar, which uses the pebble, twig and seashell Mayan symbols as well as the symbols of the gods to represent Mayan months and the Mayan years.
The MayanMatrx has everything you need to know to perform basic counting and Mayan arithmetic operations as well as the information needed to decipher the Mayan calendar. It is an ideal gift for those that are studying Mayan mathematics as well as a great gift for those visiting or have visited the ruins of the Mayan empire.
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