Resumen

MALASPINA, Uldarico. Intuition, rigor and resolution of optimization problems. Relime [online]. 2007, vol.10, n.3, pp.365-399. ISSN 2007-6819.

In this article we make a qualitative and quantitative analysis of the solutions of 38 engineering students to two optimization problems. We use an ad hoc protocol and epistemic configuration and cognitive configuration theoretic tools, proposed by the ontosemiotic approach of mathematical knowledge. The results indicate deficiencies in the use of formalized language, procedures, proposals and arguments, as well as an inadequate interaction between intuition, formalization and rigor.

Palabras llave : Optimization problems; rigor; intuition; formalization; epistemic configuration; cognitive configuration.