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Undergrad Sum of an Alternating Series
EMERGENCY-formula`s for perimeters of ovals
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Understanding Triangle Medians and Their Proportions
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Is it by definition that i^2=-1
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Set Representation: Convey Data Without Wasting
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What is the Solution for |x+1| = 2x-1?
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What is the Function of sin(x)?
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My Math Story: How I Discovered My Passion for Mathematics
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Calculating Fractal Dimension for the Lorenz Strange Attractor
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Definition of randomness (sidebar: truth is random)
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Solve Simple Trig Problem: A-D = 10 Miles
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Corresponding interior and exterior angles
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Can Alternative Number Systems Offer Greater Advantages for Problem Solving?
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How do you calculate even or odd functions?
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Sketch the graph of the function f(x)=square root X
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Solve using the quadratic formula
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Can Games Be Fair AND Not Futile?
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Derivation of the probability distribution function of a binomial distribution
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Displaying change via 'slope'?
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Trigonometric functions like sin(2x)=2sin(x)cos(x)
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Where to learn coordinate gepmetry?
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Resolving Algebra Problem: Finding Real Solutions for \sqrt{2x-3} + x = 3
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How do I solve a uniform motion problem without knowing the distance?
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How do I solve angle relationships in this problem?
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Inverse Z-Transform of \frac {Z^2-Zr Cos W0} {Z^2-r^2 Sin^2 W0}
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What Does 'Vanishes Identically' Mean in Mathematical Context?
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High School Student Recites 8,784 Digits of Pi
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Particle moves in a plane, and i've found that x.n=k
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How Can You Simplify or Solve the Equation A^2 + B^2 * C^2 = C^2?
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Find (x,y) of a Point on an Ellipse Given Foci and Radii Info
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What does [x] means in mathematics ?
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Has the Riemann Hypothesis Finally Been Proven?
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Did You Know March 14th is Pi Day? Celebrate with Us!
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Mental Multiplication for 2 digit numbers.
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Is the Bisection Technique accurate for finding roots on a closed interval?
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What are the Spherical Interior Angles for Regular and Archimedean Solids?
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A method to compute roots other than sqrt.
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What is the difference between inverse and reciprocal functions?
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Mastering a Tricky Integral: Solving Linear 1st Order ODEs with x, Log, and e
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How Does Shor's Algorithm Factor Integers Effectively?
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Calculating Fourier Transform of Unit Step Function
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Is Math the Key to Unlocking Our Potential?
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Proving Noncompactness of Unit Ball in Infinite-Dimensional Banach Space
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Math Brain Teaser: Solve for 100 Using Digits 1-9 | Step-by-Step Guide
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Proving Double Sum Equivalence
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What Is the Relationship Between Theoretical and Experimental Probability?
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Calculate Combinations of 10 Items (Max 3) - Paul
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Express sin4x in terms of sinx?
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Atypical definition of decreasing function
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How to Solve for t and Current in a Circuit with q(t)?
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Can You Solve for Theta in the Equation sin(theta)/theta = Constant?
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How to Solve for Time in Kinematics Equations
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Highest element of the expression n^(1/n)
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I need simple drawing software
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Derive the limit of an expression (1+1/n)^n
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Proving Triangle and Angle Theorems: Tips and Examples | Get Help Here!
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Summation Equation, Trying to solve this recurrence forumla.
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Solving cubic or higher degree polynomials by hand
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Euler's Line Parallel to a Triangle's Side
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Solve Quadrilateral Exterior Angles Sum Equal to Interior Angles Sum
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Website featuring maths formulas
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Mathematically Explain Non-defined Status of s=1
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Two functions in two variables
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Can a Regular Polygon with 17 Sides be Constructed Using Only Compass and Ruler?
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Where to start self study of higher mathematics?
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Correcting the Mistakes in Completing the Square for y=3x^2+2x-1
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Solve Confusing Pattern: 10,17,26,37,50,65
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Hyperbolic Crochet: A Creative Approach to Teaching and Understanding Geometry
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Trigonometry made more rational
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Show that if 3 divides n^2, 3 divides n
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Proving R is Bigger Than N Set Elements
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How Does Quaternion Rotation Affect Another Quaternion?
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Factoring Questions: Tips & Hints for Success
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Solving Recurrence Relation: t(m,n) Formula
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How can I find the minimum value for the sum of absolute values?
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Sites with LOG Sums to Practice Math
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How Does Synthetic Division Work?
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Andrica's Conjecture Disproved: A Mathematical Mystery Solved
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Distance Formula & Equation of a Circle: A Relation?
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What's the Difference Between Calculus I and Calculus II?
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Find Sum of Series a^2: Law, Examples, Types
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Wonderful exponent tower property
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Finding Colloquiums and Seminars in Mathematics: Where and How?
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So why is it important to use mod 2Pi in this formula?
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Bingo game at the nearby nursing home
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Who was Stieltjes and how did he contribute to the Riemann-Stieltjes integral?
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Finding Tangent Lines for Parabolas: A Mathematical Approach
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Babies grasp math before gift of gab: study
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Any Free Programs for Plotting Sequences?
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Why does multiplying the positive x values give the y-intercept on a parabola?
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Can Quotient Spaces Show Chaotic Behavior?
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Strange Limit Cycle: Unveiling a 3D Dynamics
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Proving Angle Parallelograms in Convex Polygons of 5+ Sides
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How Can I Derive Sumations with Multiple Indices and Powers?
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Volume of a 4 dimensional orb equation
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Uncovering Answers in FOXTROT: A Teen's Search for Math Solutions
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