Decimal System

Dublin Core

Title

Decimal System

Subject

Counting system

Description

The decimal system is invented in China, where it uses 10 as a base for counting. Be noticed that what makes it different and unique is that the system does not use other symbols in different positions, which means there are only symbols for 0 to 9.

Creator

Unknown

Date

Spring and Autumn Period

Format

Markings of lines

Type

Skills

Coverage

Chinese mathematics

Citation

Unknown, “Decimal System,” The Ancient Chinese Technology, accessed May 18, 2024, https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-1/items/show/24.