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POTW Sum of an Alternating Series
Optimizing Sum of Squares with Two Positive Numbers
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Can You Solve This Queendom Classical IQ Test Problem?
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Whether or not infidecimal numbers existed
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Another play with numbers website
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Combining functions - just another check
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How Do I Find the Decryption Function for C = (7M + 9) mod 26?
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Circle eqauation - can ne1 double check my work
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Finding Coefficient of x^25 in (2x - (3/x^2))^58
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Solving Trig Problem: 4 Tangent Circles, Find Shaded Radius
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Please help with simplfying a floor/ceiling function
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Uncovering the Origins of Pi: A Closer Look at Archimedes' Approximation
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Coordinate System: Place N Elements in a Square Format
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What is the Purpose of Topology in Mathematics?
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Is 0 is an even and positive number?
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Is Pi Actually Transcendental?
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Advice on Learning Advanced Mathematics
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Why Is Pi Fascinating in Science and Mathematics?
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Proving: a^{log_cb} = b^{log_ca}
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How do I simplify radical equations with nested radicals?
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Finding error margin when one term is 0
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Is 1 considered a prime number in a UFD?
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Are the Sum of Polynomial Roots Always Zero When Complex Numbers Are Involved?
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Simplify Radical Fraction Expression: (y^-3 - x^-3) / (xy^-1 + x^-1y + 1)
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Explaining the Physical Significance of Divergence and Curl in Vector Analysis
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Creating a Sequence Without Gauss: The Euler Challenge
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Interesting problem from a Putnam student
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Equivalance Relations Could some one check my work please?
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Combining 2 Equations into 1 Polar Equation
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What is the function for a curved line on the positive (+,+) zone of a graph?
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What Unique Properties Define a Cyclic Quadrilateral?
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Combinatorics Help: Splitting Dollar Notes and Functions with Sets M and N
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Differential Equations dy/dx=sqrt(x^2+y^2-9)
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Understanding nX+M=y Sequence M_i
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Creating a system of equations
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Maths needed to study QM and GR?
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Reducing a System of Equations to One Variable
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Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion Help
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Advice on geometric calculations
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How Do You Convert 10 Micrograms per Deciliter to Milligrams per Liter?
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Solving Problems Using the Pigeonhole Principle
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If four cats and five mice enter a race
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How Do I Find the Intersection of \sin(x) and \cos(x)?
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Solving Hilbert's 6th Problem: Organic Mathematics
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Simplify Natural Logarithms: ln(i^2)^2 Explained | Sweet Bro"
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How Are Limits for Inverse Trigonometric Functions Derived?
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Find the Two Numbers: A Tricky Math Problem Solved in 5 Minutes
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Possible title: Can you solve these mathematical challenges?
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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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Solving Position Vector Problem: Find Acceleration with |f|^2 = 260 + 64 cos3t
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How do I simplify trig identities involving (tan+1)^2 and secx+1/secx?
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Can You Think of a False Statement that Appears True?
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Definite product of zero and infinity?
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Is 0.9999... Equal to 1? The Proof You Need to See
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Solution to quddusaliquddus's cont func. questions if you want it
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Maximizing Parallelogram Area: A Mathematical Approach
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Determining All Continuous Functions s.t.
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Solve Complex Equation z^2 - (7+i)z + 24 + 7i = 0
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Find 3rd Point of Right Angled Triangle
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Can anyone help me solve this chessboard question?
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Can you prove that x^3-8 is prime if x and x^2+8 are also primes?
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How Many Girls Excel at Singing but Not Dancing Among the Annie Auditionees?
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Can You Divide By Zero in Math?
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Is 2^x = x the Key to Infinite Exponential Solutions?
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An interesting proposition Please read
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How to i solve the amplitude 3sin(2x)+4sin(x)
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Can y(x)=a*sin(kx)+b*cos(kx) presented simpler?
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Solving Polynomial: p(x) = x^6 + x^4 + x^2 + 1 | Factorization
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From Struggling in High School to Acing Calculus: Is it Possible?
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But I'm going to stick with my answer.Why does 0 factorial equal 1?
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Compliment of A Intersection B: Find Answer (19)
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Solving Algebraic Equations: Tips for Overcoming Common Mistakes
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Counting Relatively Prime Integers <500
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Learn Quantum Field Theory: Beginner Guide
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How Do You Calculate Diameter from Volume?
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What are the errors in this complex number equation?
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Need Help With Tessellation Project
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Understanding the Concept of "y=mx+b
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What is a Hilbert Transform and How Does it Work?
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Trig Integration Help: What & How to Use Trig Substitutions
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Does Sin(3x) = 3sinx have a provable limit at theta = 0?
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How can limits be exchanged without proof of validity?
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Is 0 divided by 0 equal to any number?
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Solve 3D Plane Intersection & Reflection: Steps Included!
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Having problem with intergrate : _ _/ 4 / (x^2-2x-1)
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Is 2x = sqrt(2)x a Mathematical Paradox?
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What is the solution to this algebraic problem?
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Abel Prize to Atiyah and Singer
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What Do the Letters A, B, and the Greek Letter w Mean in this Curve Problem?
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How Do You Calculate tan2B if sinB = -5/13?
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Solve Inequation Problem with Peanuts and Chocolate Chips
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Can someone help me with calculating cartesian coordinates for a moving object?
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How can I simplify adding two sine waves using trigonometric identities?
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Finding the Limit of (1-cos(a*x))/x^2: How to Solve
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What do you think of these two books about Geometry?
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Online Converters: m3 to L, Rainfall Area in m2
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Nonlinear Regression Analysis for Biological Experiment
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Proving Q = gradP + Sr for Splitting Vector Field B
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The Golden Spiral - Calculating intersections with circles.
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