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Square-based pyramids surface area
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Second Derivatives: Simple Explanation & Graph Representation
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What Is the Fourth Derivative Test and How Does It Determine Extrema?
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Limits, what they are and what they do
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Why Doesn't the Sequence 2,0,2,0,2,0 Converge?
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What is the Difference Between Matrix Notation and Abstract Matrix Notation?
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Find the Horizontal Tangent of f(x)=x^2 + 4x - 1
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Problem that uses implicit differentiation
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Understanding Continuity and Discontinuity in Calculus
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Fuzzy probability/intuition problem
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Why Are Differential Equations Considered Difficult?
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What Makes Music, Math, and Art a Must-Read for IMO Gold Medalists?
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Can You Calculate the Probability of an Event in a Dependent Outcome Scenario?
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Complex solution using graph shadows.
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Resonance, acoustical resonant frequency of objects
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Is a Star Graph with Infinite Rays Considered an Infinite Tree?
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Solve Euler Integration for dx/dt = (x-at)/(x/a+t)
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Master Algebra: Tips for Expanding (2X+Y)^5
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Unlock Your Right-Brained Math Struggles with Creative Solutions - My Story
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Can you prove f'(x)/f(x)=|f(x)| using basic knowledge about lines and points?
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What are Sin hx, Cos hx, Tan hx in Mathematics?
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What is Linear and Abstract Analysis and How Are They Applied in Science?
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How to analyze strange claims?
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Solve Volume and Surface Area for Rectangular Open-Top Box: Apps of Cubics
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Godel's Theorem: Discuss and Explain
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What are Additional Math Notations Used by ObsessiveMathsFreak?
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What is the Solution to Euler's Constant Riddle?
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Why Does This Number Pattern Have a Strange Repeating Sequence?
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What's the utility of the eigenvectors of a matrix?
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I had a question about math applied physics
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How do I solve for X, D, and L in this basic equation?
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What Are Good Theorem Names for Letters K, U, W, X, Y in a Calculus ABC Book?
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Zero most powerful quantity in the unvierse
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Why Does Anything to the Power of 0 Equal 1?
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Is there an official Eigenvalue Condition in Quantum Mechanics?
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Applicaitions of cubics + quadratics look at this :p
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Accuracy of Fractions vs Decimals: Why Decimals?
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Smallest Dimension Hypersphere & Constructing Non-Geodesic Line
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Smallest n-Natural Number for Inequality ∑k=2n {1/[k * ln(k)]} ≥ 20
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Maximum number of possilities?
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Derivative of unit step function
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Uniqueness Theorem's for Vector Fields
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What Question Ensures the Right Path and How Far Are Witt and Pitt?
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Planar Graphs: Definition & Properties
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What are the applications of Nonstandard Analysis in mathematical physics?
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Fractals of rational dimension and fractals of integral powers
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Generating splines from points (with normals)
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Proving Σ0ooarctan(1/(n2+n+1))=π/2
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Solve Calculus Problems: Derivatives, Logs & More
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Prove Triangle Angles <= 30 Degrees | Let ABC & P Be a Triangle
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How Many Samsung Phones Fit in the Leg Room of a BMW Z4?
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The random function's universality of multiplicative identity
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How is earthquake intensity measured using the Richter scale?
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Hilbert's 20 axioms of the Euclidean geometry
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What is the Dimension of the Field Extension R[dx]?
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Summation of sin(x/[n*(n+1)]) over n from 1 to ∞
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What is the solution to this tricky triangle problem?
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Is Bernoulli's Principle of Water Flow Really Flawless in Hydraulic Engineering?
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Effect of catastrophe upon continuum statistics
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How to Solve Exponential Equations without Logarithms
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Is there an optimal strategy for winning this simple game?
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Number Theory Websites and Resources for Self-Study
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Easy Proof of Irrationality of Pi
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What Influences Shaped Isaac Barrow's Legacy?
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Where can I find downloadable math texts to help me reacquaint myself with math?
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Rotation and increasing radius
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Finding Formula for Number of QN*QN Pairs Between 1 and p-1
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Word problems are a nightmare HELP?
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Is There a Unified Theory of Mathematics?
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Is the Concept of 'Location' Defined as a Single Point in Mathematics?
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Equation for he indicated parabola
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Solving Equations with xy-yx = 1
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I'm better then Newton (Method of Approximation)
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Centroid of irregular polygons
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How to Calculate the Expected Golf Handicap Within the USGA System?
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How was Stirling's approximation derived?
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Algorithm which is optimal for these geometry problems
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Right or wrong to put equality between two different units
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Solving Algebra Problem on Electrodynamics of Moving Bodies
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Can You Use Simple Substitution for Tricky Integrals?
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Carnot Cycle and Line Integrals
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Why is e chosen as the natural base for logarithms?
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Understanding Moments of Inertia & Tensors
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Excuse Me While I Drill A Hole My Head
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"How can I find the derivative of x?
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2 way equation? (which is right?)
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What is the Dimension of This Cellular Fractal?
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Why is Linear Algebra causing confusion despite high exam grades?
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How Do Numbers 0.818269321 and 10.818269321 Relate Mathematically?
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Poincare Hypothesis Proof (Maybe?)
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Another fundamental infinite product & summation
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Last of a series (correction of previous post)
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Can You Create Squares of Integral Areas on an 8x8 Grid Using Strings?
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Had a question about a equation
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Finding a Digit of Pi Without Previous Knowledge
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Solving for T in a horizontal projectile equation
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Evaluating k-a to k+2a for Limit Sum of k*(p^k)*C
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Unlock the Solution to Score Player Performance in Team Game
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Creating Superscripts and Subscripts Using the &name Format
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Are Perpendicular Lines Always Right Angles, Even if They Appear Acute?
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