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MOM'S MATH Version 1.0
The Manual
The minimum hardware requirements for running MOM'S MATH are
256K RAM and color graphics adapter (CGA). The minimum
software requirement is DOS version 2.0 or higher.
1. MAIN MENU WINDOW
This window lists all the main options that you may choose from
such as Laser Blast, Bug Numbers, Applespider, Addition and
Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, and Prealgebra Math.
There are two ways to select an option from Main Menu. You
may use the up or down arrow keys to highlight the desired
option then press the ENTER key to accept the option. You may
also press the key corresponding to the first letter of the
desired option until the option is highlighted then press the
ENTER key. Accept END or press the ESC key to stop the program.
Use the right and left arrow keys to select whether or not you
want sound. All options produce sound to indicate a wrong
answer (beep) or a correct answer (tune) when sound is on.
2. LEVEL WINDOWS
Some options have level windows. These windows are used to
select learning levels. Choose from this menu using the same
techniques as in Main Menu. Accept END, or press the ESC key
to return to Main Menu.
3. LASER BLAST
This is an exciting game that entertains and teaches quantity.
First, a number of blocks are shown. Then, colored numbers
begin to float across the screen. The object of the game is to
shoot the correct number with the laser. The correct number is
the one that equals the number of blocks. To shoot, simply push
the SPACE BAR. To return to Main Menu press ESC.
Points are given for each hit. The faster you play, the larger
the number of points given. The speed can be increased by using
the > key and decreased using the < key.
If you want to change the background color just press c. Be
careful not to choose a background color that matches the color
of one of the floating numbers. If this happens you will not be
able to see that particular number.
4. BUG NUMBERS
This math suboption teaches the concept of multidigit numbers.
You are shown three large boxes. The box on the right will have
0 to 9 large individual bugs. The center box will have smaller
bugs grouped in clusters of 10 each. The box on the left will
have very small bugs in groups of 100 bugs each. Your job is to
find how many bugs are shown on the screen.
You must first count the number of large bugs in the far right
box. Type this number and press ENTER. This gives you the
least significant digit. Next, count the number of groups that
contain 10 bugs and enter this number. This gives you the next
most significant digit. Finally, count the number of groups
that contain 100 bugs and enter this number. This gives you the
most significant digit and you're done. Ten points are given
for completion. As always, if the sound is on, Mom's Math will
also play you a tune.
5. APPLESPIDER
This is a very exciting and intense game that drills you in basic
addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The
applespider wants to eat your apple. You must prevent this by
using the arrow keys to move the apple out of the spider's way.
At the beginning you are given 10 free moves. To get more moves
you must solve the equation at the bottom of the screen. For
every correct answer you get five more moves and one point added
to your score. As your score increases, the spider gets faster.
As always, press ESC to stop.
6. ADDITION AND SUBTRACTION
This option has four levels of difficulty. In each level the
numbers are chosen at random.
In Level 1, beside each number, stars are shown whose sum equals
the number. For example, suppose you are asked to add the
numbers 2 and 3. Beside 2 there will be two stars and beside 3
there will be three stars. To find the answer just count the
number of stars, type the answer and press the ENTER key. If
you are asked to, for example, subtract 2 from 4 there will be
two stars beside the number 2 and four stars beside the number
4. However, two of the four stars beside the number four will
be blinking to indicate the two that will be taken away. Also,
the two stars beside the number 2 will be blinking. To find the
answer just count the number of stars that are not blinking.
Level 2 is exactly like Level 1 except that the numbers are
larger and the stars are not shown.
Level 3 illustrates how to add and subtract multiple digit
numbers by stepping you through the process. Again, all numbers
are chosen at random. Active elements of the problem are
highlighted by flashing the digits. Individual questions in the
form of simple equations are shown at the bottom of the
interactive window. A flashing cursor at the end of this
equation indicates that an input is expected. If you enter the
correct value it will be placed in its proper spot. The
computer will beep if the answer is incorrect.
Level 4 is exactly like Level 3 except numbers with decimals are
used.
In each of these levels a complete correct answer is rewarded by
the addition of 10 points to your score and the playing of a tune
if sound is on. You can press ESC to quit and return to Level
Menu when you're done.
7. MULTIPLICATION AND DIVISION
This option also has four levels of difficulty. Level 1 is
similar to Level 1 of the Addition and Subtraction option because
you must count stars that do not blink to find the correct answer.
The difference is that the stars are grouped differently and
there is only one line with stars. For example, suppose you are
asked to find the product of 4 and 2. At the bottom, where the
answer belongs, you will find two groups with four stars each.
In other words, the computer has taken the four stars and placed
them in the answer line twice. There is a total of 8 stars and
they have been placed on the line where the number 8 belongs.
If you are asked to, for example, divide 12 by 3 then beside the
12 will be placed three groups of stars with 4 stars in each
group. Only one group will not be blinking. So, if you count
the stars that do not blink, you'll find the correct answer to
be 4.
Level 2 is like Level 1 but larger numbers are used and no stars
are displayed.
Level 3 leads you through long division and/or multiplication
with multiple digit numbers. As in Level 3 & 4 of the Addition
and Subtraction option, active elements of the problem are
highlighted by flashing the numbers. The instructions and
questions to be answered are displayed at the bottom of the
interactive window. The flashing cursor at the end of this
question or equation is an indication that the computer is
waiting for an input.
Level 4 is identical to Level 3 except that decimals are used.
In each of these levels a complete correct answer is rewarded
by the addition of 10 points to your score and the playing of a
tune if sound is on. You can press ESC to quit and return to
Level Menu when you're done.
8. PREALGEBRA MATH
This option also has four levels of difficulty. All four levels
are basic introductory algebra but the difficulty level does
increase slightly with each level chosen. In each level you are
asked to solve for the unknown value of Y. Just follow the
instructions and answer the questions, and the computer will lead
you through the solution. When you see the cursor flashing, the
computer is waiting for an input.
In all the Math options, the active parts of the equation are
highlighted by flashing the numbers. Also, the final correct
answer is rewarded by the addition of 10 points to your score and
the playing of a randomly chosen tune if the sound is on. Press
ESC to quit and return to Level Menu when you're done.
9. REGISTER
If you are not a registered owner of MOM'S MATH you can use this
option to print a registration letter.
I HAVE WORKED VERY HARD TO GET ALL THE BUGS OUT OF THIS
PROGRAM. HOWEVER, I CAN NOT GUARANTEE THAT NONE EXISTS. WHEN
YOU USE THIS SOFTWARE YOU MUST DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK. I ACCEPT
NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE THAT MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT OF ITS
USE.
If you have questions or comments you may write to me at my
permanent address:
Dr. Andy Motes
1632 Brooks St.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
I will always write back.
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TO: Motes Educational Software
1632 Brooks St.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
FROM: ________________________________
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