Zhu Youxiao and Li Ruhua discussed the direction of the exam again.
The main test is "Algorithm Tongzong" and practical abacus calculation, which account for 80%. Another 10% is the "Arithmetic Treasure Book" written during the Jiajing period. This book is the work of Shanxi merchant mathematician Wang Wensu. It was published in large quantities during the Jiajing period.
A work that represents one of the highest achievements in mathematics.
It contains higher-order equations of one variable, various unit conversions, squares and Pythagorean, as well as a large number of practical calculation cases.
For ancient abacus candidates, this can be considered as difficult as the Mathematical Olympiad of later generations, and the score accounts for 10% as a bonus. The main function is to separate the junior and advanced abacus qualifications.
Another 10% mainly tests mental arithmetic and practical questions on actual cargo weighing, which are not very open to imagination, but focus on practical operation ability.
The general direction of the preliminary abacus qualification certificate examination has been set. In addition to assessing abacus ability, it also extends to the test of mathematical knowledge.
This set a precedent for the future to use "The Book of Arithmetic" and "Elements of Geometry" as the direction of mathematics education, and to use mathematics as a requirement for talent assessment.
If we directly change the imperial examination and add mathematics, 90% of the scholars in the world will become rebels.
However, the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development’s Municipal Shipping Department and the tax field assessment are completely natural. When people accept and get used to it later, we can gradually expand and expand mathematics education and the selection and appointment of mathematical talents.
Li Ruhua probably had an idea in his mind. He could come up with a set of exam questions in a few days after returning home, and then invite Cheng Dawei's descendants to come over as examiners.
Then the first batch of abacus qualification certificate examinations will begin. The examination fee is 20 taels. If you pass or fail, you will pay for it at your own expense. Those who pass can work in the Tianjin Shipping Department and the Ministry of Household Warehouse.
The original staff of the Ministry of Revenue also need to take the exam. If they don’t take the exam now, more people will take the exam and get the certificate. Then they can be replaced one by one.
However, the staff of the Ministry of Household Affairs are already familiar with these contents, and the probability of passing is higher, so they have an advantage. If they fail to pass, people with certificates will eliminate them in the future and they can’t blame others.
Li Ruhua was about to resign, but Zhu Youxiao called him to stop him.
"This time I learned abacus and tax field knowledge from Master Li, and I really benefited a lot. In the future, taxation will be a major national plan. I have learned a lot this time, especially one thing, that is, we cannot dig deep into the poor for taxation." p>
"Your Highness is wise!" Li Ruhua had already thought about this, but it was inconvenient to say it publicly.
On the side, Wen Tiren’s Archives Department still recorded it.
Records must be recorded, and they must be passed down to future generations just like Ming Dynasty records. At this time, who can review the records, how much can be reviewed, and whether to publish it to the outside world will be decided by the Crown Prince.
Everything that is said is recorded, specifically to prevent royal orders from being changed at night, and officials being disobedient and jumping around.
Zhu Youxiao added: "The Ministry of Household Affairs can focus on the abacus qualification certificate examination and the inspection, screening and appointment of personnel this month. Next, we also ask Master Li to select and train a group of outstanding tax collectors. In the future, I will rely on them to collect taxes for the people."
Do things."
"Your Highness, please rest assured."
"I have prepared an exam for the officials from outside the capital. It would be very advantageous for you, the Ministry of Revenue, to participate. It is just time to focus on this matter and let me see the skills of other officials."
Oh? Li Ruhua was surprised for a moment, but after thinking about it, the prince was very creative, and his new methods could always select outstanding talents.
In front is the Beijing army, now is the tax field, and next are the officials. This is a good thing~
"I know this, and I will definitely not let the news out."
"No, Master Li can explain it to the people in the Ministry of Revenue. I think other officials in the capital will know about it soon. I hope they are mentally prepared in advance."
"I obey the decree."
The affairs of the Ministry of Household Affairs have been handed over. Starting from the Tianjin Shipping Department and the Abacus Qualification Certificate, the Ming Dynasty's customs will once again be revitalized, and the future customs will also break through the embryonic stage.
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Five days later.
Zhu Youxiao officially announced an exam.
All officials in Beijing can participate, except for the Ministry of Household Affairs, the Chief Assistant to the Cabinet, and the Chief Minister of the Military Aircraft Department.
This exam was conducted by him personally. It was a single question, and it was very easy to answer. The exam was to select the best among officials, at least a dozen people. He hopes to play a greater role in the next New Deal and reverse the situation in one fell swoop.
Previous shortcomings.
Anyone who wants to take the exam can go to a designated location and spend 2 taels of silver to buy a test paper, take it home and start thinking and writing.
It will be considered valid if you complete the exam and submit it to the cabinet within ten days.
After the test papers are handed in, all names will be sealed for judging.
Fang Congzhe, the chief assistant of the cabinet, led by the prince's supervisor, Zhang Weixian, the chief minister of the Military Aircraft Department, Li Ruhua, the secretary of the Ministry of household affairs, Liu Ruoyu, the eunuch of the ceremonial supervisor, and others made personal assessments.
The top ten will be publicized and will be put to good use. The remaining outstanding ones will also be promoted based on their talents.
The Ministry of Household Affairs has started the abacus qualification certificate examination a few days ago, and has also done a little publicity for the prince's examination.
Many officials in Beijing are eager to try.
"Who can't take the exam? I just entered the Hanlin Academy as a Jinshi."
"In the exam, those of us who are young will definitely beat those veterans."
"Test? Look at me~"
Some young officials are eager to try.
Veterans are not far behind.
The Second Assistant to the Cabinet, Han Xu, decided to take a test to see what kind of abilities and talents the Crown Prince was looking for. The Second Assistant took the lead in participating, which could be regarded as setting the pace and allowing more ministers to participate.
The Ministry of Industry didn’t pay much attention at first.
Huang Kezuan, Sun Chengzong and Xu Guangqi were all new to the Ministry of Works, and they had a lot of things waiting to be solved quickly, so they knew about the exam, but felt that they had been reused enough, so they quickly focused on the recovery of the Ministry of Works.<
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While I was busy, Liu Ruoyu, the eunuch in charge of the ceremony, came.
"Liu Ruoyu has met three gentlemen."
"I've met Eunuch Liu."
They also never call the eunuch who is the ceremonial officer and the eunuch "internal prime minister". From now on, it is okay to use common names, and forget about the high hat of flattery.
Liu Ruoyu also thought it was appropriate and introduced the situation to the three of them.
The prince has great trust in the three of them, and they will have to worry about the Ministry of Industry. He will provide full support in terms of money and manpower.
But Sun Chengzong and Xu Guangqi were also invited to take the exam. I believe that after they open the test papers, they will know why they must be invited to take part.
"Oh?"
The two were surprised, but they vaguely guessed that the prince's future new policy would definitely be able to use their skills.
Liu Ruoyu brought two examination papers and handed them to the two of them.
They opened it on the spot, starting with an introduction of more than 100 words.
"The Ming Dynasty is located in the land of China with a long history. The stars have been shining for five thousand years, and the people are hardworking and smart. However, since the Qin and Han Dynasties, there has been an ups and downs cycle every two hundred years. The Han, Tang, Song, and Ming had their own styles, but each time they reached a very similar level.
The upper limit cannot be reached, but the country cannot become richer and the people cannot have more abundant food and clothing..."
There is only one question at the end.
"Discuss how to go further to make the country rich and the people strong."