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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High School Proving the Equation (y-2)/(2-y)=-1 for All Real Numbers y ≠ 2

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Undergrad Can you have an infinite circumference?

  • Lwats80
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Find Comprehensive Problem Sets for "0387949348" and "0486409163" Books

  • Shaun Culver
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Undergrad Proving x^2+y^2+z^2 is ≥3 Given x+y+z+xy+yz+zx=6

  • pixel01
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Undergrad Root finding methods for Polynomials.

  • mhill
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Graduate If you read a proof but cannot repeat it afterwards, did you learn much?

  • andytoh
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Graduate Mathematics and the real world

  • nightflyer
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High School How to Simplify f(x)/g(x) with Common Denominators

  • miket9
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Undergrad Proof of Multiplicative Property of Absolute Values

  • coverband
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High School Test Math 14 Grade 10 | Study Math 10

  • HaNhanNga
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High School Can you explain how to solve several AMC 10 problems from the year 2000?

  • k1point618
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High School Why is the Gamma function undefined for non-positive integers?

  • roger
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Graduate What classes are needed for a rigorous understanding of quantum mechanics?

  • blindconsole
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High School Adittion and double Angle formulae

  • Folklore
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Creative Request: : How could a math superhero save the day?

  • TacomaLuv
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Undergrad Project Euclid - Cornell University

  • Astronuc
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Undergrad Is it time to get rid of fractions in mathematics education?

  • k1point618
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Undergrad Writing a function as an exponent - please clarify

  • SavvyAA3
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Undergrad Why is log(x) ≤ x - 1 for All x?

  • esrak23
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High School What Are the Steps to Solve These Circle and Slope Math Problems?

  • alliecr
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High School Need Help Factoring x^3 + 8? Quick and Easy Solutions Available!

  • Draco
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High School Is There a Mathematical Connection Between 777 and 13?

  • joeknockz
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Graduate How many permutations fix at least one element for fixed n?

  • jostpuur
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Graduate What is the Distribution of Primes in Relation to Important Numbers?

  • greeniguana00
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Undergrad Solving the Inequation: How to Find the Solution Set

  • fishingspree2
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Undergrad What does the ff mean in the index?

  • quasar987
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Undergrad Exploring Original Works for Students of Mathematics and Physics

  • qspeechc
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High School Simplifying Multiple Exponents: Tips & Tricks

  • Holocene
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Undergrad Finding the equation of a parabola in 3d space

  • Infil
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Undergrad If 5<x+3<7 does this imply |x+3|<7 ?

  • coverband
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Graduate Math/ Economic brain teaser - due to the credit crisis

  • SavvyAA3
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Undergrad If |2/x| = y does 1 = |x/2|y ?

  • coverband
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High School Does Changing Alphanumeric Passwords Frequently Deter Random Hacking Attempts?

  • Loren Booda
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High School Can u gave me some examples of injective function.

  • yaho8888
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High School Mastering the Rubik's Cube: Advanced Strategies and Speed Cubing Techniques

  • hackit
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High School Sin3x - sinx = 0 (for x greater than 0 but less than 360)

  • Rush147
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Graduate Maths: Trustworthy Tool or Questionable Map?

  • John Richard
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High School Can 9.99 Really Equal 10? An Analysis of the Math"

  • _Mayday_
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Undergrad Optimizing Mortgage Payoff Strategies: The Math Behind HELOC and Refinancing

  • dtevol
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High School Spot the Odd Ball: Weighing Challenge in 3 Chances

  • Xalos
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How much time sciencists spending on math?

  • fermio
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Undergrad Is My Mathematical Induction on the Inequality Correct?

  • ngluth
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Undergrad Solving for t in a Trig Sin Function

  • Sparky_
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Graduate Is Pure Mathematics the Only True Form of Mathematical Study?

  • DavidSmith
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Graduate What optimisation method to use?

  • makc
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Undergrad Can anyone suggest a non-piecewise function within the interval (0,1)?

  • rbzima
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Undergrad Polynomial Divided by (x-1)(x-2): Remainder & Why

  • Xalos
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How can I improve my math skills?

  • Rossinole
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Graduate Proving the Relationship Between Pi and 1/9

  • santa
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Undergrad How does infinite descent prove the irrationality of \sqrt{2}?

  • octahedron
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Undergrad Finding components of the electromagnetic field strength vector?

  • amolv06
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Undergrad Geometic Series that sums to circle?

  • 111111
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High School Add Two Irrational Surds to Get Another Surd

  • dodo
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High School What is Completing the Square and How Does it Solve Quadratic Equations?

  • _Mayday_
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Undergrad Product of the first n primes and add 1

  • ooellis
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Undergrad How can I find the angle for a combined SHM graph without using a calculator?

  • sadhu
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High School Anyone interested in learning mathematics in a group online?

  • IamNameless
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Graduate Meaningless sinusoidal wave?

  • Mr. Tambourine Man
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High School What Defines a 'Distance from...' Graph?

  • Aeneas
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High School Simple Algebra Division question

  • DeepGround
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Undergrad How Can You Prove Famous Mathematical Equations?

  • Dafe
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Graduate Theory like coordinate geometry

  • sadhu
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Graduate Does category theory reveal connections between group theory and topology?

  • Shaun Culver
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High School Who can fill the brace: -3,0,26,252,()

  • cc123
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High School Solving a Fractional Equation: x/y=3/5

  • santa
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Graduate Sum of the Inverse of Odd Polynomials up to 2007

  • santa
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Undergrad Learning Maths on Your Own: Advice and Resources

  • IamNameless
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Graduate Inverse Fourier Transform of X(w): Real Values for x(t)

  • hula
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High School Solving Quadratic Equations: 3 Formulas, 3 Methods

  • MathsIsPoo
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High School Finding the Right Book for Vectors at High School Level

  • sadhu
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High School Basic Notation Q's: x, y, z, u, f(x)

  • The_ArtofScience
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Undergrad Proofs of Descartes Rule & Polynomial Roots in College Algebra Texts

  • symbolipoint
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Undergrad Solve the Handshake Problem: Brian's Answer

  • K Sengupta
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High School Mathematical definition of direction?

  • sadhu
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High School Error in book? Please confirm.

  • Holocene
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High School Intermediate Algebra: When to "Step Up" Calculator

  • Holocene
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Undergrad Proving the Converse of the Intersecting Chords Theorem: Inside the Circle Case

  • disregardthat
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Undergrad X,Y Coordinates Circle, Different Plane

  • MathFlop
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High School Midnight Tutor - Videos To Help You Learn Calculus

  • jaime2000
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High School Is a 3-D object with three faces possible?

  • EnumaElish
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Math Brian Teaser I thought of

  • Diffy
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Undergrad What are the solutions to these diaphontine equations?

  • Sam_
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Undergrad Proving ABC is Isosceles: Triangle ABC and Bisectors

  • jdavel
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Undergrad Please, please, i need some hint about, tetrahedron

  • wowolala
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High School Domain of f(x) = (2x^2 + 25)^(0.5) + 1 - Help Needed

  • garyljc
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Can Geometry and Topology Spark Excitement in the Unenthused?

  • pivoxa15
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Undergrad Logarithm Property: Unique or Not?

  • jordipg
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Graduate Hypersphere to Hypercube volume ratio

  • lock-down
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Graduate Exercises in Roger Penrose's "The Road to Reality

  • Shaun Culver
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Graduate Can someone explain what these questions are asking?

  • rbzima
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Undergrad Solving Prime p Equation - x²+px-444p = 0

  • nonequilibrium
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High School Graphing Algorithmic Functions for Beginners

  • Projector
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High School What Are the Coefficients in a Cubic Sequence Formula?

  • sara_87
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Undergrad Given p and q are positve real numbers and 1/p +1/q = 1..

  • rsa58
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High School How to Solve Equations with Unknown Exponents?

  • foxyman20
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Graduate The Importance of Intellectual Pursuit in Mathematics

  • roger
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Undergrad Solve Messy Logic Problem | Hayden Kee

  • hayden_kee
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How to type Maths Equation in Blog

  • Harmony
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Graduate Interesting Finding: Solving f(a_0, n_0) for All Integers m

  • Werg22
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