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Find all equivalence classes. Questions about functions
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A question about the empty set
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Proof Involving Binary Operators
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Function f(x): Rationals = 0, Irrationals = 1
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Solving a Math Problem: Number Interchange & 9 More
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How do vectors and derivation relate in mathematics?
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Solve 2x + 2y + 50 = 2x + 2y + 50 for x: Problem Solving with 2D Matrices
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How can billiard be used to illustrate any laws of mathematics?
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How Did Ptolemy and Copernicus Shape the Unity of Mathematics?
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How can a linear transformation be divided and separated into parts?
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Analyzing Arc Equations - Why are x1,x2 & y1,y2 Half Circles?
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Can multi digit numbers be made into a single digit using a new base?
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Is Motion Really Impossible Due to the Infinite Divisibility of Space?
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What is the relationship between symmetry and the Collatz problem?
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Explanation on the term calculus maths?
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Find the sum of 1/((n)(n-1)) from n = 1 to 100
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Career in mathematics or physics
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Second Order Nonhomogeneous Linear Differential Equations
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Find Perpendicular Lines Algebraically: Tips & Tricks
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Ring Theory: Equivalence Relations
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How was pi discovered, and how is it calculated?
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How can we find the root for high degree polynomial functions?
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Selling Eggs: Duck or Hen x2 for 1 Basket
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How Do Dynamics and Algebra Interact in the Study of Affine Varieties?
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Ram's Tricky Cardboard Challenge: What % Remains?
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Archimedes and Calculus: A Lost Connection?
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Adding f(x) and g(x): Domain and Output
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What are the differences between natural, rational, whole, and integer numbers?
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Explanation for the uneducated mind
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Negating x^2 + y^2 > 0 for All x,y
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Intersect From Two Logarithmic Functions
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Solving Exponential Equations Using Logarithms
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Is There a Purely Mathematical Solution to the Equation 5^x + 9^x = 92?
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How Do I Correctly Rearrange Formulas Involving Pi and Exponents?
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Boolean Logic cannot deal with infinitely many objects
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Density of circles centered on like circumference
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How Can I Calculate Probabilities for Event Success Rates?
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What Makes Eccentric Geniuses Like Joseph Fourier and Paul Erdős Fascinating?
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Defintion of The Union Of Sets
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How Do I Solve for h2 in This Equation?
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Determine the car's acceleration when t=4sec. ANS: 1.06 m/sec^2
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How Can You Solve a Geometric Sequence Problem in a Telephoning Tree?
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The General Definition of Instantaneous Speed: A Debate on V=dx/dt vs V=x/t
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How Many Unique Ways Can 4 Dice Be Combined?
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Math in MP3 and other music compression
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How do you find the sum of the digits of number N? Say N = 10
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Solving a Word Problem: Rancher Dividing Livestock
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How Many Transitional States Exist in an Element with n Sub-Elements?
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Question concerning math in relation to nature
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Analytical Ability P2
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How to Find the Derivative of y=x^y When y is Not Expressed in terms of x?
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How many binary strings of length 10 contains exactly two 01?
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A bag contains two red beads and two green beads
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Why Are Roman Numerals Used in Labeling Cartesian Sections?
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Can "Real Powers" Give You a Rational Number?
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Solve the Last Big Question on Degrees: Sin(45ds+x)+cos(45ds+x)=sqrt2cosx
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Analyzing X^Y+Y^X=100: How to Solve Integer Equation
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SoulWhat is the fundamental model of CIS according to Complementary Logic?
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How to Prove AM > GM for Two Positive Numbers?
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How to Solve for fF in K = fF/(1-fF) | Helpful Tips and Tricks"
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Solving for x in a Trigonometric Equation: Where Did I Go Wrong?
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Tricky Tricky little Identities
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How many ways are there to prove Pythagorean Theorem?
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How come zero and one are so important to our number system?
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Starting from 2 to remove division by zero from the equation.
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How Was the Crossed Ladder Problem Formula Derived?
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What simpler indentity is equal to sin(x) - cos(x)
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Beginners books on number theory?
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Question in analytical geometry
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What Evidence Supports the Concept of Infinity?
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What is Combinatorial Geometry and Who Founded It?
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Average distance between points on a circle
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What is Complementary Logic and its Role in Set Theory?
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For Those of You Who Enjoy Puzzles
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Calculating Distance of a Planet from its Sun for Energy Determination
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Understanding Euler's Formula for Complex Numbers - Tips for Evaluating e^ix
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General Information Framework
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Help Me Choose the Best Applied Mathematics Research Topic!
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Functions Satisfying the Given Relations
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Differential function for which limit as x-> infinity
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Help with a Dice problem (need an expert although the problem seems simple)
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What is the correct method for combining systematic errors in measurements?
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What is the proper notation for recursion in LaTex?
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What is the number of elements in the set {x^(13n) : n is a positive integer}?
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Game Theory - Nash Equilibrium
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How to Solve the Chocolate Eating Math Brain Teaser?
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Where Can I Find Websites on Math Magics and Tricks?
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What are some real world applications of sine and cosine functions?
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Advanced Algebra II/Trig finals Friday
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How Many Can Read Hex? You and the Dead Included
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What is the Significance of Aleph Zero in Mathematics?
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Biographies of Great Mathematicians: A One-Stop Resource
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Complete Lattice: Is Maximal Element Whole Lattice?
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Calculating t from Rearranged Equation: z=a+b(e^k*t -1)
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