The Nine Chapters on Mathematical Art

*The Nine Chapters on Mathematical Art* is an ancient Chinese mathematical text from around 200 BCE that compiles practical problems and methods for solving them. It covers topics like solving equations, measuring areas and volumes, and distributing resources fairly, using straightforward techniques suitable for merchants, engineers, and farmers. The book emphasizes algorithms, geometric reasoning, and arithmetic formulas, laying foundational principles that influenced mathematics in China and beyond. ItsClear organization and practical focus make it a significant early work connecting mathematical theory with real-world applications.