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Undergrad Sum of an Alternating Series
Undergrad Circle C: Centre, Radius & Point D
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High School Is \sqrt{59.29} a perfect square?Perfect Square: Whole vs Decimals
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Graduate How can we prove that A', B', and C' are collinear in triangle ABC?
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High School Definition of a radical number
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High School Lecture notes regarding integers ?
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Undergrad Finding Relations for Coefficients of Polynomial p(x)=0 to Get Real Roots
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Undergrad Finding the domain of the square root of a polynomial
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Undergrad How can I determine a parabola given two points?
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High School Quadratic Formula: Positive or Negative Root?
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Undergrad Troubleshooting Inverse Algebra Equations: Solving for A in a Complex Equation
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Undergrad The Foodie Equation: Value for Money
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Undergrad Finding the Exact Values of sinx and cosx in Trigonometric Equations
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High School Factoring f(x)=x^3+x to Find x-Axis Intersection
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Undergrad Solving Sin(A)=Sin(B): Where did the 2nd Solution Go?
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Undergrad How Can You Solve for Non-Integral Solutions of the Greatest Integer Function?
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High School Learn How to Factor Trinomials and Solve for Missing Terms
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High School What are some helpful factoring formulas to use for polynomials?
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US borrows Singaporean mathemics books for kids study
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High School Solve the Puzzle: Cover Bedroom with Two Carpets
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Undergrad Solving a max() Function with Binary Operators
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Graduate Thinking time vs. Writing Time
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High School Linear Inequalities: Error in book?
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Undergrad Find Inverse of Function w/ Floor: Tips & Tricks
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Undergrad Have any major conceptual errors been found in math journals?
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What Makes Klein Bottles a Fun Online Discovery?
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High School Determine if 3 points form a right angle
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Undergrad Proof for operations algorithms
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Undergrad Question on the history of math - Fourier
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High School Math & Fine Arts: Texts & Materials for High School Curriculum
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Undergrad Calculating Force for Elevated Projectile Motion
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Draw Shapes & Graphs Online - Label Them
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Graduate Real World Tesseract: Crafting a 4D Table from 3D Cubes
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Graduate How Do You Solve the Sonar Range Equation Using the Lambert W Function?
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Undergrad How'd they figure that? (logic puzzle)
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High School How do you know which factor to use?
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High School Can You Solve the Four Nines Puzzle?
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High School What number completes the sequence?
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High School Understanding Exponents: Multiplying 10 to the Power of 3 Explained
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Graduate What are the Primary Topics in Graph Theory for an Interactive Teaching Module?
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High School What is the influence of complex numbers on the equation 1+1=2?
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What can we learn from Srinivasa Ramanujan's extraordinary mathematical talents?
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High School Is the Minus Sign Separating Terms or Part of the Term in Algebra?
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High School Reducing Radicals in Exams: Is it True?
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Graduate Solve 25 Horse Riddle: Find 3 Fastest in Minimal Races
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High School Can Dividing by Zero Unlock Secrets of the Universe?
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By definition, is a unit considered an irreducible?
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High School Working out the intercept of the Y-Axis
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Graduate What's the maths equivalent of the Feynman Lectures?
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Undergrad What is the Trigonometric Relationship Between Chord Length and Angle at Centre?
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Graduate Can This Conjecture Predict Prime Numbers?
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Graduate Are Subalgebras Merely Specific Submatrices in Lisi's ESToE?
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Undergrad Fitting quadratic curve to three constraints
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Graduate Distance and Azimuth Calculation
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Undergrad Can Arctan(11/2) Be Expressed in Terms of Pi?
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High School How would i rearange A=2 pi r(r+h) to make h the subject?
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High School Math Formulas: Troubled by the Complexity?
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High School Proof of Parallelogram Theorem: 2 Pairs of Opposite Angles Congruent
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High School Solving Fraction Addition: Understanding Common Denominators
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High School Graphs in Mathematics: 3D Directed Graphs
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Undergrad How can I use least squares to find coefficients for a cubic polynomial?
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Where Can I Find a Comprehensive Mathematics Dictionary?
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High School I don't know how to calculate a tennis racquet head size thanks
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Undergrad How to calculate Angle between vectors
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Graduate Course of Action beyond Calculus
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Undergrad Ugh Challenge of learning math when it comes too easy.
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High School Mathematical Reasons Why You Cannot Divide by 0
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Graduate Proving the conjecture for 53, 71, and 95: Is it possible?
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High School Simple math rules seem contradictory
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High School Which 3D Rotation Calculation is Correct?
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Graduate Did anyone here take the Putnam exam this weekend (or administer it)?
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Graduate How Did Others Fare in the Putnam Exam Yesterday?
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Graduate What should authors do when they realize their published idea is flawed?
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High School How do I simplify this algebraic expression with a brain fart?
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High School Puzzle - can a six 3's can make 31?
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Where Can I Find the Most Amazing Math Posters Online?
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High School In a graph, what is the origin of the abscissa?
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Undergrad Roots of Trigonometric polynomials?
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High School Solve this two equations with two unkown of different degrees
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High School Can I get a little help? (Factoring difference of 2 sqaures).
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Undergrad Roots of Cubic & Quartic Polynomials - Finding Sums & Expanding
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Undergrad Memorize Differential Calculus: Tips & Strategies
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Undergrad Student Seeking Calculus Homework Help
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Undergrad Can Initial Guesses Improve Newton-Raphson's Root Predictions?
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Who is this celebrity mathematician?
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High School Solving a 400m Cliff Riddle: Don't Burn the Rope!
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High School How Do You Calculate the Depth of a Parabolic Reflector?
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High School Math subjects prior to starting physics
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High School How far apart are the ferryboats when they start their return trips?
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Graduate Area of A Box Containing Only One Point
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Graduate What is the Function f(x) that Satisfies the Given Equation?
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High School Solving a Tough Angle Problem: Comparing Cases A and B
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Undergrad How is the Law of Sines Derived Using the Cross Product?
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High School Precalculus Books: Schaum's, Lang & More
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High School Binomial Expansion: Solve Example & Get Help
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Undergrad Optimizing Function Selection for Modeling Complex Systems
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Undergrad Why Do These Mathematical Expressions Seem Unequal?
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Undergrad Determining if a given point is inside a right circular cylinder
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High School Welcome to the Forum! Learn Math & Physics Here
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High School Any easy way to find the values of fractions?
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