'Sudoku Math' illuminates the mathematics behind analysing the properties of Sudoku, a popular number placement puzzle. Use graphic from main Sudoku page
Introduction
editstate the purpose
- focus on 9x9 Sudoku
- use Sudoku analysis as an example of a practical application of higher math concepts
- provide a practical example of math concepts
- target readers with math interest but without formal education
Handle how-to-solve strategies on a separate page
Mention the primary math areas with links to same
Conventions & Terminology
editdefine the conventions for the less aquaninted Keep this brief or the article will get top heavy. define them as we progress. S81, Grid(solved), box(region), chute, band, stack Grid vs Puzzle
Counting the Sudoku's
editTotal Possible Sudoku's
editDefinition of possible, duplicates
Symmetry Reductions
editTotal Different Sudoku's
editBurnsides Theorem
editNumber of Puzzles
editsegque to number of clues
Groups & Subgroups
editMinimum Number of Clues
editUnavoidable Sets
editTo Do
editCoordinate content with main page