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Undergrad Sum of an Alternating Series
Undergrad Advice on Learning Advanced Mathematics
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Undergrad Why Is Pi Fascinating in Science and Mathematics?
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Undergrad Proving: a^{log_cb} = b^{log_ca}
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Undergrad How do I simplify radical equations with nested radicals?
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Undergrad Are the Sum of Polynomial Roots Always Zero When Complex Numbers Are Involved?
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Undergrad Simplify Radical Fraction Expression: (y^-3 - x^-3) / (xy^-1 + x^-1y + 1)
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Undergrad Creating a Sequence Without Gauss: The Euler Challenge
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Graduate Interesting problem from a Putnam student
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Graduate Natural Deductions: Strategies to Reason Asymmetry
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High School Dividing 0 By Itself: Is There an Answer?
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High School How does a mathematician define Mathematics?
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Undergrad Combining 2 Equations into 1 Polar Equation
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High School What is the function for a curved line on the positive (+,+) zone of a graph?
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High School What Unique Properties Define a Cyclic Quadrilateral?
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Undergrad Understanding nX+M=y Sequence M_i
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High School Creating a system of equations
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Graduate Maths needed to study QM and GR?
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Undergrad Reducing a System of Equations to One Variable
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Undergrad Solving Problems Using the Pigeonhole Principle
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High School Can Mathematics Predict Real-World Events Like Wars?
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Graduate Solving Hilbert's 6th Problem: Organic Mathematics
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Graduate Simplify Natural Logarithms: ln(i^2)^2 Explained | Sweet Bro"
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High School Find the Two Numbers: A Tricky Math Problem Solved in 5 Minutes
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Undergrad Possible title: Can you solve these mathematical challenges?
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Graduate Is Maths an underlying principle of nature or did it originate from our brain?
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People who take on big problems
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High School How do I simplify trig identities involving (tan+1)^2 and secx+1/secx?
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High School Can You Think of a False Statement that Appears True?
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Undergrad Is 0.9999... Equal to 1? The Proof You Need to See
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High School Maximizing Parallelogram Area: A Mathematical Approach
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Graduate What Set of Axioms Leads to All Tautologies in Propositional Calculus?
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Undergrad Find 3rd Point of Right Angled Triangle
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Create a Math Poem for College Students
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Undergrad Can anyone help me solve this chessboard question?
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Undergrad Can you prove that x^3-8 is prime if x and x^2+8 are also primes?
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Ready for a mind-boggling math challenge?
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High School Can You Divide By Zero in Math?
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Graduate Is 2^x = x the Key to Infinite Exponential Solutions?
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Undergrad An interesting proposition Please read
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High School How to i solve the amplitude 3sin(2x)+4sin(x)
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High School From Struggling in High School to Acing Calculus: Is it Possible?
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High School But I'm going to stick with my answer.Why does 0 factorial equal 1?
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Solving Algebraic Equations: Tips for Overcoming Common Mistakes
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Graduate Learn Quantum Field Theory: Beginner Guide
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High School How Do You Calculate Diameter from Volume?
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High School Need Help With Tessellation Project
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High School Understanding the Concept of "y=mx+b
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High School Is 0 divided by 0 equal to any number?
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Undergrad The SimCity navy has a rigorous training program
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Undergrad Is 2x = sqrt(2)x a Mathematical Paradox?
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High School What is the solution to this algebraic problem?
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Graduate Abel Prize to Atiyah and Singer
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High School What Do the Letters A, B, and the Greek Letter w Mean in this Curve Problem?
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Undergrad Can someone help me with calculating cartesian coordinates for a moving object?
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Undergrad How can I simplify adding two sine waves using trigonometric identities?
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Graduate What do you think of these two books about Geometry?
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High School Online Converters: m3 to L, Rainfall Area in m2
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Undergrad How Do You Convert Cylindrical Equations to Rectangular Form?
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Is WinEDT the Easier Alternative to LaTeX?
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Undergrad Isolating x in Rate of Reaction?
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High School How do I construct a cubic inequality with specific solution sets?
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Undergrad What are some recommended mathematics books for a semi-popular level?
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High School Calculating Friction on a Slope
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Graduate Sums of second order and the value of mathematics
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Graduate Why pure mathematics is beyond me
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Undergrad Solving Inequality |x-3|>=|x|-|3|: Real Values & f(x)=x^2/(1-x^2)
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High School Solving the "Impossible Triangle" Puzzle
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Undergrad How Do You Calculate the Distance Between Two Points in a Folded Rectangle?
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Undergrad Calculating Sine, Cosine, Tangent & Roots
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Undergrad Is Pi Infinite? Determining Constraints of a Circle
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High School Logic Puzzle: Finding the Appropriate Suffix for a Number
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High School Solving a Physics Problem: Finding Force Needed for 50g Toy Bus on Ramp
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Undergrad How Can Trigonometry Determine the Path of Light in a Complex Geometric Diagram?
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Undergrad Are All Prime Numbers Expressible as 6n ± 1?
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Undergrad Solving Arctan(x/y) - 90degrees
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Undergrad Solving a Problem with Two Gear Wheels and a Chain
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High School Is Pi Infinite and What Does It Mean for Science?
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Undergrad Solving Math Induction: Prove 1^3 + 2^3 + 3^3 + 4^3 ... + n^3 = ((n^2 + n)/2)^3
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High School Designing a Car: Finding the Right Fuel Tank Size
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High School XOR of 2 Sets: A and B - Get the Answer
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High School Explaining steps in simplification
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Undergrad Curry Triangle Paradox: Rearranging Pieces to Figure of Less Area?
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Undergrad How can you derive (P v ~P) in SD?
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Where Can I Find Instructions for Posting Math Symbols?
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High School Trig Problem need someone to explain this
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High School How Do You Solve for X in This Equation?
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High School Does the integral symbol have a name?
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What Is the Puzzle on Goth1337's Page?
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Undergrad Prove that the sum of two odd primes will never result in a prime?
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Undergrad Proving the Max Binomial Coefficient for n and r
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Undergrad Spectral Analysis: alternatives to Fourier Transforms?
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Undergrad Can Triangulation Describe Distance in Spherical or Euclidean Geometry?
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Undergrad Problem of the week (a memory refresher)
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Undergrad What are the extra terms in the k.e expression
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Graduate Interesting quote from a book by Einstein
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Undergrad Explore Higher Order Operators
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High School A few problems for math league
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Undergrad Solving the Equation sin(x) + sqrt(3)cos(x) = 1
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High School Division Algorithm: Find q & r for a=-5286 and b=19
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Graduate How Can Lee's Claim Be Disproved?
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