General Math Forum

Join in expert discussion on general math topics that are not applicable to the specific categories. This includes topics are usually high school math level. Homework help is available.

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If maths is about finding patterns

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High School Fishing for a presentation idea

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Undergrad How to Isolate x in a Complex RLC Circuit Equation?

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High School Solving equations via substitution

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Graduate Is the lower bound for this given quantity correct?

  • EngWiPy
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Chances on picking the solution at random

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Undergrad Preparing for math olympiad: is Mathematical Circles enough?

  • jobsism
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Graduate The best way to solve x³ + bx = c

  • logics
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Which equation would you tattoo in your body?

  • Casco
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Rational roots, functions, modeling.

  • niyak
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Where Did the Hierarchy of Mathematics Diagram Originate?

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Undergrad Where does this trig identiy come from?

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Undergrad Is the Common Base Theorem Applicable to All Cases Involving Triangles?

  • jobsism
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Undergrad Calculation of % component of resultant force

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Undergrad How would I reverse this equation?

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Undergrad How Does Logarithmic Solution Limit the Roots of x^a=b?

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High School TI-84 Plus Weird Graphing Problem

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Undergrad A funny proof, but what is wrong with it?

  • jobsism
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Undergrad Understanding Summation Series: Finding Patterns in Sums of Squares

  • jobsism
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High School What Does 21/2 Represent in Mathematics?

  • mikedamike
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High School Can you find the square root of n using only +, -, :, x ?

  • logics
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Undergrad What is the most difficult mathematics?

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Graduate Advanced Calculus - Taylor errors

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Undergrad What are the characteristics of a second order bode plot?

  • CognitiveNet
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High School When do you use ≡ and = in equations?

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High School Are logarithms a necessary evil in solving complex problems?

  • Cbray
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High School Number sequence 15, 101, 8, 86, 9699

  • shroo
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High School Trying to figure out an expression for adding exponents

  • mesa
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Graduate How to induce a minimal subgraph

  • cynthiaj
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Undergrad Regarding functions how can simplifying a function change it's domain

  • Marmoteer
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High School How to Easily Factor a Quadratic Expression?

  • spoke
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Undergrad Designing a fitness function for evolving organism characteristics

  • ashmai
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Undergrad How do you read this math symbol?

  • zeion
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High School How vast is the subject of Mathematics?

  • MHD93
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Graduate Variations of the Frobenius coin problem

  • richardfrobey
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High School How is (208 − 18y)/7 simplified to (29-2y) + (5-4y)/7?

  • Gravitational
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High School Find the Value of x: Math Problem

  • fku4321
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Undergrad Differential function vs differential equation

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Famous science/mathematical related quotes

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Graduate How Can I Make θ the Subject of This Complex Mathematical Formula?

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Undergrad Solve Math Problem: Time to Fill 425L Tank with Pipes

  • sumitsawai
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Undergrad Simplifying formula for parabola through three points

  • Axecutioner
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High School Request for quality website/information to use for algebra review

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Graduate The domain of A for r=cos(kA) before the petals start to overlap

  • nomadreid
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What Is the Best Math Text Editor for Windows?

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Undergrad Why is the range 0 < f(x) < 4 instead of 0 ≤ f(x) ≤ 4?

  • mutineer123
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Undergrad Program to solve for a formula given a set of pairs of points?

  • zeion
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Undergrad How Does Calculus Relate to Relational Database Technology?

  • Tanarif
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High School (1.0 / 2) process repeated 5 times; what is the algrabraic formula?

  • mr magoo
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Undergrad Is radius a misnomer in a polar equation?

  • nomadreid
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Undergrad What is the Solution for Solving Exponential Equations with Unknown Variables?

  • NZS92
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Divide a line segment into three equal parts

  • Amer
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Graduate Is there a theory about one-sided equations ?

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Graduate Why does the complement of almost every tree have diameter 2?

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Undergrad Binomial theprem and expansion

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Graduate Interpolating multivalued functions

  • Matt1991
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Undergrad Splitting a function into odd and even parts

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High School I don't get why this troll physics is wrong.

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High School Folks, how do you meause or an equation to

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High School Geometric meaning of sine, cosine, and tangent

  • Spiralshell
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Graduate Solving a^n + b^n = c^n for n

  • medwatt
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Factoring when exponent is a variable

  • Vac1
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Undergrad Understanding $\mathbb{K}$ and $\mathbb{R}^n$ - Get Your Answers Here

  • Hernaner28
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High School Difference between approach for show that and prove that

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Undergrad Improving visualization of proportions in physics and math formulas

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Graduate Black-Scholes Formula: Objective or Risk-Neutral?

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High School What is the next number in the sequence 21, 34, 57, 61?

  • Andre
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Undergrad Proving p→q from five axioms using contrapositive

  • LCharette
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Undergrad What are Complex Numbers and Why Do They Matter at 13 Years Old?

  • Dashin
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Graduate Visualizing constraints in 3D constrained optimization problems

  • Kolmin
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Undergrad Summation Notation: How Do I Properly Sum Up v_iw_i with i in {x,y,z}?

  • Niles
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Undergrad Proving sum of cubes formula with counterexample and induction

  • hannahlawe
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CaptainBlacks Problem of the Week #2

  • CaptainBlack
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High School Can someone just help explain a clear defination of superlog?

  • n_kelthuzad
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Graduate A counter-example to the Gelfond–Schneider theorem

  • n_kelthuzad
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High School Solving the Inequality: How to Find the Solution for (a-x+1)(a-x+2) ≤ a?

  • nightking
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Is the Integral from -1 to 2 of 1/x Defined or Divergent?

  • chisigma
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Undergrad Understanding Basic Geometric Equations in Robotics Kinematics Analysis

  • phiby
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Intuitive ways to count to 20 on your fingers

  • kaleidoscope
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Higher Prelim Exam: Solving Log Questions

  • CaptainBlack
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High School Generating novel yet concise sequences with + and x

  • Loren Booda
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Athlete running 3 more laps each day: why do I get 57 instead of 42?

  • gotah
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Graduate You're welcome! Glad it worked for you.

  • mahmoud2011
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Undergrad Least squares fitting by a constant

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Undergrad What is the velocity of air through a 6mm pipe at 3 bar pressure?

  • ganuganu
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Ten segments. One can form a triangle.

  • caffeinemachine
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Solving for postive value of x when cos (60)

  • gotah
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Graduate Is it theoretically possible to find g(x) from this equation?

  • Zomboy
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Undergrad How can mathematical induction be used to prove a modular arithmetic problem?

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High School 3a, add +b and then cube the entire thing?

  • Frogeyedpeas
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Undergrad Proof of x^3+a^2x+b^2=0 roots question

  • DEMJR
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High School What is the sum of the decoded numbers 58, 121, and 79?

  • kmarinas86
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CaptainBlack's Problem of the Week #1

  • CaptainBlack
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Band name ideas using mathematical terms with 1

  • MusicTheorist
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Undergrad What is the significance of cos²α+cos²β+cos²γ = 1 in crystallography?

  • RK7
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Undergrad Figuring Out Function from Curve: Is it Possible?

  • jobsism
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Undergrad Cor(x,y) function(I don't know if this is useful)

  • greggory
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Undergrad Derivatives of Road Grade: Continuous or Not?

  • Office_Shredder
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Undergrad Area of triangle with vertices in 4D space

  • kingkong69
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