What is the closest we have come to

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The discussion revolves around the concept of number theory and its proofs, with participants attempting to clarify the original question regarding the relationship between number theory and geometry, as well as the nature of prime numbers. The scope includes conceptual understanding and clarification of terminology.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the phrasing of the original inquiry, suggesting that number theory is not a conjecture but a field of study focused on natural numbers and their generalizations.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on what is meant by "the prime the relation," indicating confusion over the terminology used.
  • A humorous interpretation is offered, suggesting that the original post refers to betting strategies rather than mathematical concepts, which is met with skepticism.
  • Concerns are raised about the clarity of communication, particularly for non-native English speakers, highlighting the potential for misunderstanding in technical discussions.
  • One participant expresses frustration over the lack of productive dialogue and encourages the original poster to clarify their question in a new thread.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit disagreement regarding the interpretation of the original question and the terminology used. There is no consensus on the meaning of "the prime the relation" or the intent behind the inquiry into number theory.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the clarity of the original post and the implications of the terms used, which may depend on the definitions and context understood by the participants.

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What is the closest we have come to proving the number theory? - What does the equastion look like
 
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Eeh, :confused:
 
What is the closest we have come to proving the number theory?

How close have we come to proving "the geometry"?

Number theory is an area of study (its focus being on the natural numbers (1, 2, 3, 4, etc) and suitable generalizations), it's not some sort of conjecture like you seem to think it is.
 
I understand number theory i was referring more to what is the closest anyone equastion has come to explaining the prime the relation?
 
This doesn't make any more sense to me then your first post. Maybe you can explain what you mean by "the prime the relation"?
 
He had just sat down at his computer, and logged into physicsforums, when the drugs began to take hold...
 
I know the answer!

"equastion" is a typo for "equestrian"

By "the number theory" he/she's referring to betting statistics

"the prime the relation" - translated means "primo relation" - is some kind of lucky horse picking strategy (e.g., wearing green socks when placing a bet).

This person wants to know how to place a bet at the track!

Go with your gut, pal.
 
Oh, come on guys. There are an awful lot of people here who's native language is not English. Let he whose (French, German, Tagalog- enter the language of your choice) is without flaw cast the first stone.
 
Look at his other posts and the English on those.
 
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Wee, this is real productive guys.

whatzzupboy: feel free to start a new thread once you figure out what you want to ask.
 

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