General Math Forum

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.

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Find Integer $k$: x^2-x+k Divides x^13+x+90

  • anemone
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Find x (Radians): Solve sec(2π/3 + x) = 2

  • eleventhxhour
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High School Simplifying (x²)³(2x³)³/(4x)²

  • REKLAW_WEHTTAM
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High School Linear (1st power), Quadratic (2nd power) what's Next?

  • bballwaterboy
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Who knows this formula and its solution?

  • rovelli
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Undergrad What is tan θ in this diagram?

  • PsychoMessiah
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Perfect Numbers: Proving Even Exponents

  • Fallen Angel
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Undergrad Challenge 23: Fractional exponents

  • Greg Bernhardt
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Graduate Applications of Grothendieck's work

  • Arsenic&Lace
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Graduate Why will this function always be an integer?

  • Avichal
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Find the smallest possible degree of a polynomial

  • anemone
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Comparing $7$ and $\sqrt{2}+\sqrt{5}+\sqrt{11}$: Which is Bigger?

  • Albert1
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Undergrad Solution for two unknowns with two equations

  • zoom1
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Undergrad Mathematical discoveries caused by misprints?

  • Stephen Tashi
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Solving for $\dfrac {a^{12}+7}{a^4}$ with $a^2-a-1=0$

  • Albert1
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Find Real Root: $x^5-10x^3+20x-12=0$

  • anemone
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High School What does det mean in physics and math?

  • Sicktoaster
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What Are the Focus Areas in the Course Algorithms and Complexity?

  • mathmari
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Unravel the Mystery: 5 Different Rooms, 5 Different Dimensions

  • Wilmer
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Prove a triangle is equilateral

  • anemone
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Calculating Bond Value - 3.5 Yr Holding, 8% Coupon

  • natashamarie
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How do you find the composition of functions in the given pairs?

  • ash1
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High School Graph Remainders: See 1-200 Divided by 1-9

  • willr12
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Graduate Determining A Finite Value of Infinity

  • willr12
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High School Calculate Circle Radius/Diameter from Surface Area

  • magmash
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What is the solution to this hard system of equations?

  • anemone
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High School Can You Define "Term" and "Expression" in Math?

  • bballwaterboy
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Solving a Challenging Number Sequence Problem

  • Fallen Angel
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Graduate Why is the term space commonly used in geometry but not in algebra?

  • ShayanJ
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Adding Trigonometric Functions

  • TrigEatsMe
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High School How to Construct a Decagon Using a Protractor and Compass

  • cenglish
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Graduate Trivial/pointless math puzzle I'm too stupid to solve

  • Michael12345
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Solving for AB & AC: Find the Solution

  • paulmdrdo1
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Finding $\angle ACB$ in $\triangle ABC$

  • Albert1
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Finding Side Lengths of Tangram Shapes

  • Deeds
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Find X, a 4-digit perfect square

  • anemone
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What is the area of a segment bounded by a chord and an arc in a circle?

  • Heathcoat
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How Much Heat Is Needed to Melt Ice and Warm It to 30°C?

  • Fantini
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Finding the other trig functions when cos(θ) = x/4

  • TrigEatsMe
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Finding Intercepts: Simple Steps to Refresh Your Memory

  • cougars
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Undergrad What does : mean on ProofWiki's page about normal subgroups?

  • 1MileCrash
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Finding the Difference between Two Intersecting Equations

  • Albert1
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What is the Unknown Value of N in a Table?

  • cbarker1
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Table Functions Explained: Help for Understanding

  • OMGMathPLS
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Finding terms in arithmetic progressions

  • doreent0722
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Undergrad Giving a lecture on decimal fractions

  • gummz
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Understanding Arithmetic Sequences: Tips and Strategies

  • doreent0722
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1000 th Digit in a Given number N

  • juantheron
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Sums of arithmetic progressions

  • doreent0722
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Can You Solve This Challenging Polynomial Equation?

  • anemone
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Max $m$ for $(\frac{1}{11^m}\prod_{i=1000}^{2014}i)\in N$

  • Albert1
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News Alexander Grothendieck is no longer with us

  • slider142
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High School Can a Right Triangle be Solved Without Any Given Values?

  • Whateverworks
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Your favorite (afforadable) math trinkets?

  • EternusVia
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Finding the log by using the proportional table

  • cbarker1
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High School Finding Values for a Frustum Net to Calculating x, y, t, and H

  • Thetom
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Prove Integer Solution for $x_1^3+x_2^3+x_3^3+x_4^3+x_5^3=k$

  • anemone
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Finding Triples of Positive Integers in Power Equations

  • anemone
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Discover the Number of Permutations for 'Examination' | Problem: Permutations

  • marutpadhy
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Is $\frac{\ln{|x|}}{x}=\ln{|x^{-x}|}$? Explained by y $\ln{x}=\ln{x^y}$ Rule

  • find_the_fun
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High School Shorter algebra book to review before college trigonometry

  • Newdimension
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How to find composition of f ° g and g ° f ?

  • Henry R
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Negative Exponents: Solve the Problem and Figure it Out

  • Circe
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Undergrad Are there algorithms for untangling knots?

  • David Carroll
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The Mathematics Genealogy Project

  • johnqwertyful
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Undergrad Unbreakable Code: Moby Dick Method

  • fishtail
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High School What Is the Difference Between Symbolic and Literal Equations?

  • barryj
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Undergrad Where do I start in math for physics comprehension?

  • mpatryluk
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Prove :x²+y²=1992 ,no solution

  • Albert1
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Graduate A question about the Cook-Levin Theorem

  • David Carroll
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Systems of Non-Linear equations

  • datafiend
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Undergrad Correcting Speed Graphs on Maps Using Excel

  • DaveC426913
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Undergrad How Can You Symbolically Solve for x in Mathematical Functions?

  • Ryanfjdskljafl
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High School What is the Negative of a Polar Coordinate?

  • Physicist3
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Mathematical Truths: Discovered or Invented?

  • _N3WTON_
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At which p-adic fields does the equation have no rational solution?

  • evinda
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Heights and distances problems

  • Drain Brain
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Wire Length w/ 0.068 Ohms & 2.8mm Diameter: ~11.56 ft

  • unicorngirl
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High School Volume of Prism: Length & Width (y^3-y, y-1)

  • Markg1997
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Graduate What is the shortest route to marriage on the round island?

  • Greg Bernhardt
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For which primes, does the equation have a rational solution?

  • evinda
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What makes someone a great mathematician?

  • drake
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Undergrad Symbol Meaning: Capital "V" with Crossbar

  • ckirmser
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High School What exactly is the purpose of square-rooting

  • Niaboc67
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Graduate Does there always exist primes in between square of two consecutive prime.

  • rajeshmarndi
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Right Angle Triangle, at a loss

  • GroundSpider
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Height of a mountain geometry problem

  • Drain Brain
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Graduate Solve Optimal Factory Construct Problem for Max Goods in 10-50 Hours

  • beamthegreat
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How can you factor out x from the original term?

  • tmt1
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Undergrad What is considered a "mathematician"?

  • Hercuflea
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How can I improve my ability to visualize mathematics?

  • Mulz
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Undergrad Solving the Bearing Problem - Is There a General Solution?

  • David Carroll
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Divisibility problem (number theory, I believe)

  • Greg
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What is the Square Root Property in Mathematics?

  • cbarker1
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Find log_3 (a2+a3+a4+a5+a6+a7)

  • Albert1
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Proving Identity 46: $\cos^{6}(A)+\sin^{6}(A)=1-3\sin^{2}(A)\cos^{2}(A)$

  • paulmdrdo1
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What country has the most mathematicians?

  • Math10
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