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Join in expert discussion on general math topics that are not applicable to the specific categories. This includes topics are usually high school math level. Homework help is available.

Math Proof Training and Practice

A gap in resources that should help students visualise mathematics

Sep 4, 2025

Math Guides, Tutorials and Articles

MHB Deriving the first and second order Newton-Cotes formulas

Aug 30, 2022

Math Problem of the Week

Undergrad Sum of an Alternating Series

Mar 28, 2025

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Difference of two square integers

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 11 · Dec 18, 2004

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Find the Sum S(n): Expression & How to Use LaTeX

Dec 17, 2004 · Replies 10 · Dec 18, 2004

Replies: 10

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Polar-parametric transformation

Dec 17, 2004 · Replies 7 · Dec 18, 2004

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Optimal strategies for the game Go ?

Dec 18, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 18, 2004

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Plotting Root Mean Square Calculations with Radians

Dec 17, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 17, 2004

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Musical notation and mathematics

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 17, 2004

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Positive integers( A short question )

Dec 14, 2004 · Replies 11 · Dec 16, 2004

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Why Does This Mathematical Expression Equal Zero?

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 16, 2004

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How to print out line equations? (such as y=x^2)

Dec 15, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 16, 2004

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Guide to Logarithms and "e" in Nature

Dec 15, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 15, 2004

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What Are the Legal Steps in Calculating i^i?

Dec 13, 2004 · Replies 12 · Dec 15, 2004

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What is "Height*Width at Half Height"?

Dec 14, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 15, 2004

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Proving PQ, PR, T, S, R and Q are Concyclic

Dec 12, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 15, 2004

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Proving 1! + 2! + ... + k! = a(n) Recursive Series

Dec 10, 2004 · Replies 21 · Dec 15, 2004

Replies: 21

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Expressions with (6/x+2) + (8/x+3)

Dec 15, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 15, 2004

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What is an example of direct proportionality?

Dec 14, 2004 · Replies 7 · Dec 14, 2004

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Can I find the volume of a spherical section without calculus?

Dec 14, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 14, 2004

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Constructing a Triangle in Higher Dimensions

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 13 · Dec 14, 2004

Replies: 13

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Proving Inequality: a^2+b^2+c^2 <= 2 for 0<a,b,c<=1 and ab+ac+bc=1

Dec 10, 2004 · Replies 24 · Dec 14, 2004

Replies: 24

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Solving PDE: Is There a General Method or Just Guesswork?

Dec 13, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 13, 2004

Replies: 3

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Solve 3x + 1 - x - 1 = 2: Step-by-Step Guide

Dec 6, 2004 · Replies 12 · Dec 13, 2004

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Problem involving relative measurements

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 13, 2004

Replies: 5

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Can Classic Greek Problems Be Solved with Basic Geometry?

Dec 12, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 13, 2004

Replies: 5

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Calculating Average Speed in a Two-Mile Trip

Dec 12, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 12, 2004

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How Do Logarithms Simplify Exponential Equations and Factor Polynomials?

Dec 12, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 12, 2004

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What is the definition of a^i?

Dec 11, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 12, 2004

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Solve for Log(base5)36 in Terms of x and y | Logarithms Question

Dec 11, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 11, 2004

Replies: 4

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How Do You Integrate the Function 1/x?

Nov 20, 2004 · Replies 42 · Dec 11, 2004

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Intrigued by regular polyhedra for years

Dec 10, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 10, 2004

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Is Pi Truly Random and Continually Digited in its Calculation?

Nov 15, 2004 · Replies 12 · Dec 10, 2004

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What is the solution to log base 4 (64) + 15*log base 32 (2)?

Dec 9, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 9, 2004

Replies: 3

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Understanding Small Changes in Calculus

Dec 8, 2004 · Replies 11 · Dec 9, 2004

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Strange Equal-Sign: What Does \equiv Mean?

Dec 6, 2004 · Replies 15 · Dec 9, 2004

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Theory vs Theorem: Understand the Difference

Dec 8, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 9, 2004

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Solving for X in a 60x^2 - 90x^4 Equation

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 12 · Dec 8, 2004

Replies: 12

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Efficient Methods for 3x3 Matrix Multiplication

Dec 8, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 8, 2004

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Solve Equation a^b=b^a: Find Real Values for a & b

Dec 5, 2004 · Replies 21 · Dec 8, 2004

Replies: 21

Views: 6K

Can someone explain the property of complex conjugates in this equation?

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 7, 2004

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Can one Calculate Hypotenuse in Following Case?

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 7, 2004

Replies: 8

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What is Euclid's Method and How is it Used to Find the GCD and LCM?

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 7, 2004

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Views: 11K

Dividing by Zero: Is it Undefined or Infinity?

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 7, 2004

Replies: 6

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Can You Find Triangle Sides with Only Angle Information?

Dec 5, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 6, 2004

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Constructing Lengths with Irrational Numbers

Dec 6, 2004 · Replies 15 · Dec 6, 2004

Replies: 15

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How they get to the 3rd equation

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 5, 2004

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Solving an Equation Numerically

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 5, 2004

Replies: 6

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How Can I Find the Inverse Laplace Transform of These Functions?

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 5, 2004

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Using Greek Letters in Forum Formulas

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 4, 2004

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Q.E.D Meaning: What Does it Stand For?

Dec 3, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 4, 2004

Replies: 3

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Help whit a problem. (I have no idea)

Dec 3, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 4, 2004

Replies: 3

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How can I deduce equations for my university studies in physics?

Nov 29, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 3, 2004

Replies: 6

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What is the Y-coordinate of the extrema for cosh(x)+tanh(x)?

Dec 2, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 3, 2004

Replies: 5

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How can I graph an implicit equation on my TI-89/92 calculator?

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 2, 2004

Replies: 5

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Fermat's Last Theorem Proof in WSEAS

Sep 24, 2004 · Replies 65 · Dec 2, 2004

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Finding the Volume of a Rotation About the x and y Axis

Dec 2, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 2, 2004

Replies: 4

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How do I calculate the number of elements in set Z using set theory?

Dec 2, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 2, 2004

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What are the key properties of functors and how are they used in mathematics?

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 2, 2004

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What Interesting Mathematics Can You Explore with Limited Knowledge?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 22 · Dec 2, 2004

Replies: 22

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Summation Question (Properties)

Dec 2, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 2, 2004

Replies: 2

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How Do You Solve Sphere Inscription and Shadow Length Problems?

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 1, 2004

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Solutions to a simple equation

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 1, 2004

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Can someone tell me if this is right ?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 1, 2004

Replies: 5

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Divergence and solenoidal vector fields

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 1, 2004

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Conserving Quantity in System of Equations: Idea or Miss?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 1, 2004

Replies: 5

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Non-linear to linear transformation

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 1, 2004

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Alevel Maths Mechanics Edexcel

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 1, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 7K

How Do You Determine the Center and Intercepts of a Hyperbola?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 1 · Nov 30, 2004

Replies: 1

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How Do You Solve Complex Rational Equations Without Proper Guidance?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 1 · Nov 30, 2004

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Does a Rectangle's Area Always Increase with Its Perimeter?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 30, 2004

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Is the Concept of Prime Numbers Finite or Infinite?

Nov 17, 2004 · Replies 40 · Nov 30, 2004

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Math tricks to win in casino games?

Nov 26, 2004 · Replies 26 · Nov 30, 2004

Replies: 26

Views: 16K

Partial Fraction: Simplifying 3/(x^3 + 3) - Urgent Help Needed

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 1 · Nov 30, 2004

Replies: 1

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What are the prerequisites for starting calculus?

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 9 · Nov 30, 2004

Replies: 9

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What is the densest space-filling polyhedra lattice structure?

Nov 25, 2004 · Replies 5 · Nov 30, 2004

Replies: 5

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What is Calculus? | Learn the Basics

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 6 · Nov 29, 2004

Replies: 6

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Solving Limits: Proving x→7 Sqrt(16-x)=3

Nov 24, 2004 · Replies 8 · Nov 29, 2004

Replies: 8

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Theorema of Bezout: Finding f & e with Examples

Nov 21, 2004 · Replies 5 · Nov 29, 2004

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Master Long Division: Get Help After 5 Years of Not Using It

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 7 · Nov 29, 2004

Replies: 7

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What is the theory behind analytical continuations?

Nov 29, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 29, 2004

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Clarification on Inverse of x^3

Nov 21, 2004 · Replies 10 · Nov 29, 2004

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How to Use Completing the Square to Write a Quadratic Expression in Vertex Form

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 29, 2004

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Representing a Function g:A2->B2 Using f:A->B: Quick Notation Question

Nov 27, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 28, 2004

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Questioning Math: A Look at Proving Math with Math

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 3 · Nov 28, 2004

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All Math Clarifications You Ever Wanted

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 1 · Nov 28, 2004

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Can Excel be Used to Minimize Waste in Diagonal Flooring Layouts?

Nov 27, 2004 · Replies 3 · Nov 28, 2004

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Poll

Geometry or Algebra: Which Do You Excel In?

Nov 26, 2004 · Replies 8 · Nov 28, 2004

Replies: 8

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Started talking about integrals

Nov 27, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 27, 2004

Replies: 2

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Math PROJECTS for elementary students

Nov 10, 2004 · Replies 16 · Nov 26, 2004

Replies: 16

Views: 53K

How Can You Explore Solutions for ln() with Negative Values?

Nov 25, 2004 · Replies 3 · Nov 26, 2004

Replies: 3

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Making a Math computer program

Nov 24, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 25, 2004

Replies: 2

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Solving Fifth Roots of z = 1 + √2

Nov 24, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 24, 2004

Replies: 2

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What is the formula for finding the surface area of an inclined cone?

Nov 23, 2004 · Replies 3 · Nov 24, 2004

Replies: 3

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What are the equations of motion for uniform and accelerated motion?

Nov 23, 2004 · Replies 16 · Nov 24, 2004

Replies: 16

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Algebraic Division: Solving Step by Step

Nov 23, 2004 · Replies 2 · Nov 23, 2004

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Can anyone recommend an introductory Calculus book for a Grade 11 student?

Nov 21, 2004 · Replies 4 · Nov 23, 2004

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I found a math breakthough .I think

Nov 18, 2004 · Replies 17 · Nov 23, 2004

Replies: 17

Views: 6K

How can I find the coefficient of x^12

Nov 23, 2004 · Replies 3 · Nov 23, 2004

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Change a triangle to a parallelogram?

Nov 22, 2004 · Replies 3 · Nov 22, 2004

Replies: 3

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Changing triangles to parallelograms?

Nov 22, 2004 · Replies 1 · Nov 22, 2004

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GEO: Relationships, Semicircle, Arcs - Quick Questions

Nov 22, 2004 · Replies 1 · Nov 22, 2004

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How can we solve for (x+y)^4 = x^4+y^4 without using x=-y as a solution?

Nov 22, 2004 · Replies 4 · Nov 22, 2004

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