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Undergrad Sum of an Alternating Series
Can 2-Index Recurrence Relations with Constant Coefficients Be Solved Generally?
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Complexification for finding a particular solution
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Understanding the Notation of \(\nabla \prod\)
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How Can Equation (13) Be Converted into the Matrix Form Ax = B?
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Finding Equations for Circular Irrigation System
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Complexification of rsin(at)+rcos(at)
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Is 73+47 Really Equal to 5? The Answer May Surprise You!
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Wat is the exciting topic in math to learn?
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Bokmal or Nynorsk in Norwegian mathematical writings.
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What is the Exponential Inverse for Identity Element 1?
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Question about 4-vectors/tensors from a complete novice
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Levi-Civita Tensor: Index Interchange Identity
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Solving z*exp(z)=a: Proving Infinitely Many Roots
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Drawing Karnaugh Maps Using Venn Diagrams
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Is \frac{-1}{x_0^2} (x - x_0) Equivalent to \frac{-x}{x_0^2} + \frac{1}{x_0}?
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How Old is Jack in the Jak and Jill Maths Problem?
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Average dis btwn two points in unit circle
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Finding Summation of n^p with Bernoulli Numbers
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Depreciating Printer Value: Algebra 2 Midterm Question Answered
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Give a good explanation of determinants?
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Graphing Non-f(x) Functions on TI-89 Calculator
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Is nlogn the Same as n Multiplied by logn?
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Evaluating Integral Expressions - No Sq. Units
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Next number in a sequence of randomly chosen numbers?
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Consecutive and minimum pair puzzle
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What are the differences between popular Calculus books?
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Mapping a Vector to a Vector Preserving Operations
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How to take the derivative of implicit functions
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Finding the Sin of an Angle Between Two Vectors
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Troubleshooting TI-89 Calculator Errors
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Winning at Binomial Gambling with $500
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Understanding Limits at Infinity: Conceptual Difficulties
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Why did you need to ask? How to calculate cos^4(10)?
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Higher order functions - how should they be defined?
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How Do You Algebraically Move a Numerator to the Other Side of an Equation?
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Traffic lane selection problem
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Can both of this vector combine become the following matrix?
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Why Require Graduate Core Classes in Math?
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Proving Inequalities: Tips & Tricks from Dave
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Proving the Intersection of Open Sets is Open
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Can you prove that 1+1=2 or is it an axiom?
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The Contestant's Gamble: What is the Most Probable Outcome?
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How did your post get eaten by a raptor?
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Simple Combinatorics: What are odds of picking same number?
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Math software - any recommendation?
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Dangerous Knowledge Documentary
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Finite Sum - Modified Geometric Series
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How Does the Ellipse Equation Relate to the Pythagorean Theorem?
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Frequency of the square wave were chosen too high?
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How to Create Discrete Plots of Fourier Series Coefficients in Mathematica 6?
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Curved Asymptotes: Is the Definition Extended Beyond Straight Lines?
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Iris Runge: Sommerfeld's Collaborator & Relationship with Runge-Kutta
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Explain the difference between these square roots
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What is the name of this inequality involving sums of squares and rectangles?
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Regularizing a divergent integral with a test function or convergence factor
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Why is Mathematica giving me fits when I try to evaluate ArcCosh[Sqrt[2]]?
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Converting Equations to Binary & Irrational Numbers
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Two Events A & B: Is r+s >1 Possible? - Brendan's Query
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Why do fractals and Pi have a special relationship?
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How Many Animals Does Bert Have?
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Statistics question (variance)
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Problems with the Multiplication Principle (combinatorics)
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A seventh grade and eighth grade student problem
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WriterMaximization of Differentiable Real-Valued Function with Linear Variables
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Solving a nasty set of equations
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What is the Second Moment of Area and How Does it Help in Calculations?
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Few questions about surface area and volume
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Calculate Area of an Oval - Tips & Ideas
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Practical applications and maths
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What Does a 2x2 Matrix Represent in Vector Spaces?
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Inner-radius of a (convex) polygon
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How many Friday the 13ths would you expect in a year?
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How do I calculate the area of a square with 490 mm2?
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Where can I buy a math book strictly with questions for practice purposes?
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Understanding Function Equality and Domain Restrictions
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Origin of y=mx+b: Explaining Slope & Y-Intercept
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Real Zero Bounds for Polynomial Functions
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Why Does the Phase Shift in the Sunrise Equation Equal 10 Days?
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The Philosophy of Proving Trig Identities
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How to interpret multi-power laws regimes
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Ordinates of Zeros: Definition & Meaning
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Constructing Isomorphisms for D4 and A4
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[(|f(x)|)^(-1)]*integral(|f(x)|dx) = [(f(x))^(-1)]*integral(f(x)dx)?
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Question about Lie Brackets in Group Theory
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Is It Possible to Have Bounded Partial Derivatives Without Differentiability?
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How can a determinant of a matrix become an area?
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Solve Angle C: Is it Between A & B?
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Finding all divisors of a number
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In Need of Interesting and Motivating Math Problems
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Determinant of a non square matrix
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Find the radius of a circle from a chord
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Solving Complex Equations: Does f(z) = 0 imply [f(z)]* = 0?
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Is the equation 4x^(2) + 5y^(2) = 2 solvable with rational roots?
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How Do We Explain the Multiplication of Two Negative Numbers?
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How to Prepare Geometry Lectures for Mu Alpha Theta Competition?
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Integration without an expression
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What is the proof of the theorem on limit points in topology?
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Flaw in 3D Vector Definition: Solving for t and x Step by Step
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Fractals and Chaos: What's the Connection?
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Proofs of fast formulas for computing constant pi
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