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· 2026· Book chapter

Representations and Translations among Representations in Mathematics Learning and Problem Solving

Richard Lesh, Thomas R. Post, Merlyn J. Behr

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This chapter posits that external representations (e.g., diagrams, symbols) are observable embodiments of students' internal mathematical conceptualizations, playing key roles in learning and problem-solving.

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