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High School Number Theory Text Similar to Conceptual Physics by Paul G. Hewitt?
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Undergrad Should I know trignometric identitys?
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Undergrad Fit data in multiple dimensions.
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Undergrad Drawing an n-cube graph as bipartite
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Undergrad Simplifying the Factorial: How is it Done?
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Graduate Quick question about asymptotic growth
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What's the winning number in this pick-a-number game?
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Undergrad Rotation angle clockwise or anticlockwise?
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High School Converting polar and rectangular coordinates
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Undergrad Math for Cryptography/Cryptanalysis
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Graduate Equivalence classes for a graph
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High School How can I solve for t using the complete the square method?
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Mathematics Search Engine for Undergraduates
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Undergrad Summation of exponentials, as a multiplication of exponentials?
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High School Solving for the Inverse of a Rational Function
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High School Solve Logic Problem: 5 Houses, 1 Zebra Owner
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Graduate How many graph isomorphic classes are there given n vertices?
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Graduate Why can't a circle be squared, but a lune can?
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Graduate How Many Minimal Broadcast Graphs Exist for a Given Number of Vertices?
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Is There a Syntax for Using Numbers?
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Undergrad What is the Value of x² + y² + z² Given These Equations?
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Graduate Is Hilbert's Paradox of the Grand Hotel Flawed?
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Undergrad What is the exact formula for finding the perimeter of an ellipse?
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Undergrad Irrational Numbers: Proving a Number is Irrational
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High School What is infinity minus infinity
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Undergrad How do Scientists Translate Physical Systems into Mathematical Models?
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Undergrad How is a floating point number represented in binary?
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Graduate Amazing 16-Year-Old Finds Bernoulli Numbers Relationship
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Undergrad What is the equation that shows infinity times zero equals pi?
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Undergrad Basic question: Is it possible for the equation of a circle to have an xy term?
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High School Enumerative or Non-enumerative Combinatorics?
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Undergrad Summation Limits: Understanding When a>b
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High School Is Completing the Square Necessary If I Know the Quadratic Formula?
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Undergrad Why do mathematicians use i, j, and k to represent unit vectors in quaternions?
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Undergrad Imaginary into real but not vice versa?
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High School Help for Finding the Area of a Square with Side 0.1m
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Graduate Chromatic number of the n-cube
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Graduate Improving Math Skills for Physics Students: Where to Start?
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Undergrad What are the rules for solving inequalities involving logs?
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Undergrad Root mean square (RMS) of a sinc function
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Undergrad About math textbook for undergraduate student in theoretical physics
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High School Determine the Distance for Balancing Uneven Weights
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Undergrad Understanding the Constant in Division of Large Numbers
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Undergrad Is the Summation of the Binomial Theorem Equal to Zero?
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High School What is the optimal number of words for a bingo game with 50 players?
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Graduate Multiplicative Modulus Function Explained
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Undergrad What is the Correct Derivation for Refrigeration Efficiency?
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Undergrad Is this a valid proof for the quad. form.
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High School Spelling a number vs writing it
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Undergrad What is the difference between 'so that' and 'such that' in mathematical jargon?
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Undergrad Copyright Guidelines for Obtaining Advanced Mathematics Textbooks
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High School Why Does sqrt(x^2) Equal |x| and Not Just x or -x?
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Undergrad Is it possible to find a lower degree polynomial for sqrt(4+sqrt(2)+sqrt(6))?
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Graduate A permutation with a special property question
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High School Understanding the Confusing Concept of Ratio: A Beginner's Guide
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Undergrad Example meaningful function that is product of two other functions
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Undergrad Your thoughts on the math Olympiad
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High School Origins of the 360 Degree Circle Convention
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Undergrad Proof of Kirchoff's Theorem - Intuition & Explanation
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Undergrad Maximum and chnage of sign of a function
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High School Rotating a function about the origin
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Undergrad Euclid Proof of Infinite Primes
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High School Solve Difficult Equation: x = 4
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Graduate A way to organize functions by their speed of growth ?
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Undergrad Archimedes & sqrt(3): Estimating Lower & Upper Bounds
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High School Summer Plan: Learn Algebra in 3 Months?
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Graduate No Fastest Algorithm: Examples & Explanation
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High School Solving Trig Equations: Sin/Tan | Tutorial & Working
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High School Solving the Poppy Seed and Sand Diameter Puzzle
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Undergrad How can a function be presented or visualized?
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Graduate Finding Optimal Cell Size for Uniform Rectangle Packing
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High School Geometric Proofs: Is the Point Obvious?
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High School Where is the vertex of the parabola f(x) = x^2 - 5x + 6?
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Tricki (A 'Wiki' For Problem Solving Techniques)
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Undergrad Number Plane: Filling Holes with Irrationals
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Indications that you don't enjoy a field of maths?
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High School Understanding PEMDAS in Math: Is There an Exception?
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Undergrad Understanding the Transition to Solve for t in an Oscillation Function
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Graduate Is infinity a constant or a variable ?
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Undergrad Understanding the Difference Between Gaussian Functions
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Free maths tutorial videos online
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High School What Could Be the Missing Number?
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High School Efficient Methods for Finding Square Roots without a Calculator
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Undergrad What's the next line in this number problem?
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Undergrad Parameters, Arguments, Variables, Constants I`m confused,
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Graduate Solving Unknown Variables in F(x): Friend vs Me Debate
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Graduate Simple Hex Multiplication question from AES Algorithm
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Undergrad What Went Wrong in This Differentiation Puzzle?
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Undergrad What's Flawed in This 0=1 Proof Using Basic Calculus?
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High School Y=x^2, how do we know that x=-/+ sqrt(x) is always true?
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Undergrad Proving Conditional Identities :
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High School Solve the Strange House Puzzle - One Doorway Left!
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Undergrad Creating and computing functions
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Graduate Trigonometric function with specific properties
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Undergrad What means binding in equilibrium ?
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Undergrad Is there always a straight line bisecting a finite set of points on a plane?
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High School Can a Perfect Circle be Drawn? The Answer May Surprise You!
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Undergrad Need help with unique integer partitions?
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High School Question about Factoring Equation
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