We need heuristic reasoning when we construct a strict proof as we need scaffolding when we erect a building. - George Pólya
" "We need heuristic reasoning when we construct a strict proof as we need scaffolding when we erect a building.
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About George Pólya
George Pólya (December 13, 1887 – September 7, 1985) was a Hungarian mathematician and professor of mathematics at ETH Zürich and at Stanford University. His work on heuristics and pedagogy has had substantial and lasting influence on mathematical education, and has also been influential in artificial intelligence.
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Native Name:
Pólya György
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George Polya
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