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Undergrad Sum of an Alternating Series
Is Prime Factorization Linear or Exponential?
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Algebra Q (reposting with corrected notations)
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What is the Difference Between Phase Trajectory and Trajectory in Robotics?
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Zero to equations and inequalities
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Find the Equation of a Line with Undefined Slope Passing Through (-1,4)
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Solving for \pi_{H} and \pi_{L} in Limit Case
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And the definition of axiom is ?
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Complex semidefinite programming
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Understanding the Relationship Between Lie Algebras and Lie Groups
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Significant figures calculations
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How would the world change if the Poincaré conjecture was proven?
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What is the difference between scalar and vector functions?
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Infinite Product: Value Not Equal to Zero or One?
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Quaternions and rotation vector.
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Why should the exponents of polynomials just be whole numbers
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Does Function Composition Automatically Restrict Domains to Match Ranges?
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Can't Get Formula Result - Excel Radian Issue
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Value of 0 on X-Axis for Circle Problem (r=2)
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Why is the Unit Circle Important in Teaching Trigonometry?
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The Convolution of Detla Functions
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Text data in excel pivot table
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Velocity out of the Lorentz factor
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Differentiation practicing materials?
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What is the Problem with Calculating Roots of a Quartic Equation?
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Does x<=b Imply max(x)=b and How Do Set Operations Differ?
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How Can Pirate #5 Maximize His Gold Share in a Clever Division Strategy?
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Solve Equation C for F: Simple Algebra
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Complex numbers - parallel lines meet at infinity ? What does it mean?
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What is the meaning of argument in the following phrase?
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Hadamard product to Matrix product transformation
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What Are Classic Beginner's Proofs for Calculus Enthusiasts?
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Expressing a rational expression in partial fractions
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Is it pretty much true that if you can't do science
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5968 in Base 12 to Base 10: 5020
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Can You Solve This Hilarious Limit Problem Involving Sine and Infinity?
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Solve a = b^(logx), for x: Steps & Explanation
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Finding Finite Series for Euler's Number (e)
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Arbitrary-precision Integer Calculator for bignum arithmetic
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What is the most efficient way to approximate the derivative of discrete data?
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Is it easier to prove that pi is transcendental or not constructible?
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Dirac delta, generalizations of vector calculus and sigh vagueness
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What is the most challenging subject in math?
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Is the Earth a Stable System in Terms of Its Rotation Around the Sun?
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Understanding Absolute Values.
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Understanding math conceptually.
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Diffrence between U(1) and Spin(1)?
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Approximation of \hbar\omega << k_{B}T for Proving Formula
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If x2+y2+z2=xy+yz+zx prove x=y=z
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Rearranging Formula: Solving for Vw
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Need help with summation sequence.
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Optimizing Billing with Maths: Find the Most Cost-Effective Plan for Resources
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Understanding Inverse Trig Notations: Clarifying tan-1x and tan-2x
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Is ecology inherently mathematical?
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What is the result of a discrete Gaussian summation?
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Is matrixs multiplication random ?
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Can Math Prove My Innocence in a Traffic Ticket Case?
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How Do I Convert Angles into Velocities? - Math Problem Help
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Where can I find an online math course with over 2000 lectures?
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Afraid to Manipulate Complex Numbers
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Antiderivative of an even function
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Can Peano's Postulates provide a precise account of quantity based on order?
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What is meant by pairwise different points?
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Rounding Error in Derivative Calculation for Non-Constant Functions
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Expand Factorials: (n-2)! & (n-n')!
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Translation or parallel movts of vectors
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What is the Probability of Winning with Consecutive Spins on a Roulette Wheel?
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Looking for empirical equation in experimental data
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How can I find the optimal vector x for a constrained optimization problem?
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Permutation & Combination of multiple duplicates
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What is the Physical Meaning of Circulation in Vector Fields?
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Numerical integration of discrete data
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How Does Raising e^(2*pi*i) = 1 to the Power of 1/(2*pi*i) Work?
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A simple functional derivative
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Can Students Guess Their Secret Number Using the Axiom of Choice?
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Complex exponential proof using power series
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Are Rotations Exponential? Understanding the Concepts Behind Euler Identity
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What are some examples of students making ridiculous math mistakes?
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Is accumulation point = adherent point in a closed set?
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Birthday problem formula is wrong?
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How do you simplify irrational exponents?
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Help simplifying an equation - , PLEASE
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Historical and Philosophical Foundations for Mathematics, Writing a Math Book
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How to Derive and Integrate Specific Mathematical Functions?
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Definition of the gradient operator
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Solve Logarithm Problem: Prove 3/2
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Objective Certainty: How Can We Know?
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[Funny Math Art] Guess what's inside?
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Where can I find resources to learn about quaternions?
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What is the percentage of In and Ga in the given table using equations?
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Using operations with infinity
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Are Distinct Implications Possible with Only One Axiom?
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Why is Supremum of a.u Less Than or Equal to r||a||_2?
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Inspiring Math Story: Overcoming Fear of Math
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Prime numbers from (n) to (2n)
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Name Generator for Physics Program
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Solving an Integral Using Euler's Formula
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The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
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How can I use Archimede's axioms to find the limit of sin(x) as x approaches 0?
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What are the implications of binomials with tetration?
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Is Determinant Multiplication Commutative and What Does |AB|=|BA| Imply?
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