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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Graduate How to solve this functional (recurrence) equation ?

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Evaluate 2012+((a - b)(b - c)(c - a))/(abc)

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Undergrad Missing Numbers in Consecutive List

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Why Does 0.27 Degrees Equal 3π/2000 in Trigonometry?

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Graduate Why is 51 considered the first uninteresting number?

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High School What is the correct way to calculate the discriminant in a quadratic equation?

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High School Discovered a neat formula (equilateral triangles)

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High School Solving -x^n: Pre-Calculus Confusion

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Finding Period, Amplitude, and Phase Shift in Trig Expressions

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How Do You Calculate Heat Transfer with Limited Information?

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Discovering Rational Roots for Simplifying Polynomials

  • theakdad
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Finding b_n - Binomial theorem problem

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Undergrad Calculating the Expected Value of the Double-On-Coin-Flip Paradox

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Undergrad How do Unit Vectors Behave in Triangular Coordinate Systems?

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Undergrad Roots of a nth degree polynomial

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How to Solve for 10000a + 100b + c Given Specific Equations?

  • anemone
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Maximize Trapezoid Area with 3 Equal Sides | Leprofece Answer

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Graduate Number of Primes between two integers

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Factoring 4th degree polynomial.

  • paulmdrdo1
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High School Logarithms: (log8(x))^2 vs log8(x)^2

  • chemistry1
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Undergrad Possible combinations of numbers for 3,4,5,6,7 (up to 9?)

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High School How to Solve Algebraic Equations with Fractions: (1/n) = (n/100)

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Find Nearest Integer to $\dfrac{1}{k^3-2009}$

  • anemone
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Find the values of the parameter "q"

  • anemone
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Division with square roots at the base

  • Anotherstudent
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Undergrad Deriving the formula from a graph

  • adjacent
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Find the smallest positive integer k

  • anemone
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Graduate Approximation to an average of integer square roots

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Solving a Quadratic Binom: Who's Right?

  • theakdad
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Undergrad Generating square vector field

  • Superposed_Cat
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Undergrad Getting i^3 = -i using laws of surds

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[Unsolved] How many "magic squares" (combinatorial)?

  • hxthanh
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The student made a mistake in his counting

  • Albert1
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When Are the Equivalence and Inequality Met?

  • Albert1
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Arithmetic Sequence: Find Initial Term & Sum to 243

  • theakdad
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Undergrad Want to Develop Mathematical Maturity

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Solving Ratio and Proportion Problem: (a+b+c)^2/(a^2+b^2+c^2)

  • kuheli
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F(x) is non negative for all real x

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Polynomial Challenge: Find $f(p)+f(q)+f(r)+f(s)$

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Solve Ratio Word Problem: Find Value of x

  • kuheli
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High School What's the difference between regular math and college math?

  • Tyrion101
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Undergrad Interrelationship between power of 2 and integer length

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Solving for Real Solutions: Systems of Equations with Powers

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Undergrad How Are Expressions Derived from Previous Equations in Mathematical Problems?

  • skku
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Canceling fractions when more than 1 variable in an equation

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Complex math concepts with simple explanations?

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How to Prove a Mean Proportion Problem in Algebra?

  • kuheli
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Graduate How come, for any n > 2, the nth triangular number + the nth square

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What's your worst fear in maths-heavy exams?

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Graduate What is the smallest possible sum for a labeled 63-gon?

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Undergrad GCD(a,b) = GCD(a,b+a): Clarifying My Error

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Graduate Falling polygons: meshing vs. stacking - analytic solution needed

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Finding Primitive Roots Modulo 169: Is There a Smarter Way?

  • tda1201
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Undergrad Opposite Directions: Addition vs. Multiplication

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Is this a typo in IP networks?

  • find_the_fun
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Root Calculation: Isolating the Radical

  • theakdad
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Root Calculations: Easiest Way to Solve?

  • theakdad
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Inverse signs on both sides of an equation [Confusion]

  • neurohype
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Undergrad Mystery of the Integers: Unraveling Prob90

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High School What Are the Existing Sustainable Energy Solutions?

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Undergrad What theorem is this called? For any gap size n, no more than n gaps

  • goldust
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Can you prove this fraction problem with mean proportion?

  • kuheli
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Undergrad Is integration tiresome for you too?

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Graduate Why is Goldbach conjecture that every even = a prime + a prime becomes

  • goldust
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High School Scaling Problem: How Much Would He Weigh?

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Solve Quadratic Equation Without Computer

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Undergrad Comparing exponents in an equation.

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Undergrad Finding Phase Shift in Trigonometric Equations

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What do you use wolfram mathamatica for?

  • Superposed_Cat
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Eulers phi function, orders, gcd

  • tda1201
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Determine the number of solutions for a system of equation

  • anemone
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Optimizing n for Integer Solutions in Factorial Expressions

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High School Number minus sum of digits is dividable by 9

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Undergrad Ramp on unknown unlevel surface

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Inequality with absolute value.

  • vilhelm
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Solve Exponent Challenge: Prove Equality

  • anemone
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Find the number of positive integer values

  • anemone
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Finding $f(1)$ in a Polynomial of Integer Coefficients $\leq$ 4

  • anemone
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Help with College Algebra Project

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PreCalc Functions Help: Translations

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Prove: (AC)² = (AD)² + (AB)·(CD)

  • Albert1
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Find Polynomial Roots: x4-2x3-25x2+50x

  • theakdad
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Undergrad Techniques for Factoring Large Polynomial

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So I figured out why I hate math, now how do I figure out how to like

  • Tyrion101
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What Are Some Good Sites for Solving Math/Physics Problems by Hand?

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Graduate For any Pythagorean triple, the number of primes under a + b + c must

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No. of real solutions in exponential equation

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How Do You Calculate the Dimensions of Two Equal-Area Rectangular Tables?

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Solve Simultaneous Equations y=2x²+3x-31 & y=21-2x

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No. of real solutions in polynomial equation

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Having difficulty in solving the equation

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Converting from Cartesian to polar form

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Math related images for movie and book titles

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Algebra Problem About Quadratic Function

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Ray's question at Yahoo Answers regarding polynomial division

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Making up an Equation That Satisfies Given Conditions

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