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Proof that (p^2)-4 is 3 almost-prime infinitely often?

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Solving for a General Formula in Two Series of Numbers

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Can fractions with common factors be reduced to form neighbor fractions?

  • chemistry1
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Finding the sum of 1 + 2a + 3a² + ... to n terms

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Calculating q for Probability of Scoring: A Math and Basketball Conundrum

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Summation Problem: Find Sum of 3r - 2r to n Terms

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Square Of A Number Is Non-negative

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Triangle inequality proof in Spivak's calculus

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Sum to infinity question (G.P.)

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Probability that determinant has 0 value

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Is my trig identity proof correct?

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What is the Correct Notation for Logarithmic Equations?

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How do you find the coordinates flipped for Trig question 11 part c?

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Optimal Coins for Exact Change Below $1?

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Why it does not work with a negative (trig problem)

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General solution to cos3θ = sin2θ

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Functional Equation with Real Numbers: Solving for f(x) on R->R

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Middle Terms in an Arithmetic Series

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System of Equations with Two Unknowns, Algebra Help

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Find Type of Triangle Given r1-r2-r3

  • utkarshakash
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Determine which triangle is this

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Ln(9/4) + ln (16/9) - ln (3/1)

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Probability: what are the chances of shooting a target at least once?

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Probabilty with random variable

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Finding the greatest value of a function

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Solve for the slope and length of a line segment

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Predicate logic - true or false formulae

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How Do You Tackle a Quartic Equation Like This?

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What is the probability of winning with 5 tickets?

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Find the value of k in the equation

  • shivam01anand
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What is the value of the natural logarithm multiplied by two?

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Nature of the roots of the equations

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Basic question on spivak's calculus

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I can't understand a development problem, I , please

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Proof of Angles: Does it Seem Correct?

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What Determines the Domain of f(g(x)) for Given Functions?

  • Coco12
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Solving for x: Applying Cardano's Formula to Cubic Equations

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Question (not so much homework)

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How Do You Calculate Change in Elevation on a Railroad Incline?

  • Medgirl314
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Probability with a recursive definition

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Trigonometry - Associated Acute Angles

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Is There a Mistake in Solving this Right Angle Triangle Problem?

  • chemistry1
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Solve Inequality Problem: Sum of a <= 100

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How can Raju effectively allocate his study time for his upcoming exam?

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Use vectors to find coordinate of a point

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SImplifying logarithmic functions

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Inputs and outputs of composite function

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Question on how to calculate this probability.

  • steveryan
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How can I understand logarithms and mantissas without a calculator?

  • Qube
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Understanding Proofs in Spivak's Calculus: Properties P1-P3 Explained

  • chemistry1
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Why Does the Order of Drawing Marbles Affect the Probability Calculation?

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Finding domain and ranges for composition function

  • Coco12
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Domain and ranges of composition function

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Compound bar chart - to round or not round percentages?

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Composition Functions: Finding f(g(x)) for F(x)=1/(1+x) and G(x)=1/(2+x)

  • Coco12
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Problem regarding complex numbers

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Optimal Itinerary Planning for a Business Trip to Six Major Cities

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Convert Angles from Sexagecimal to Centesimal System

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System of Equations Involving a Quadratic: Have Answer <> Understand

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Some questions in Queueing Theory

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Identifying Exponential Growth or Decay in (e^4-x) + 2

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Question about unique real number

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Is a Sliced Circle Segment Equivalent to Half an Ellipse?

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Find the value of trigonometry

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Logarithmic and exponential equations

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Maximizing Expression Value with Square Roots: Calculus Approach Explained

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How should I intepret P(X<Y<Z)?

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Codomain & Range: Difference & Examples

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How Does Ito's Lemma Simplify the Stochastic Integral of W^n?

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Solving for 't': Tips and Tricks for Navigating Tricky Equations

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How do I find the equation of this parabola?

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Max Area of Triangle with Sides (0,1], [1,2], [2,3]

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Questioning Recurrence Relation: 3n-1 - an-1

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Is Increasing Eggs in an Apples/Egg Ratio a Reduction?

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How do I convert a repeating decimal from one base to another?

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Finding Orthogonal Vectors in R4 with Norm 1

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Finding Recurrence Relation for Bit Strings with Consecutive Zeros

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Trigonometry problem involving cylinders.

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Finding Prime numbers using Euler's formula

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On calculation weighted average of two positive numbers

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Write rational function equation given graph

  • Coco12
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What is the minimum distance between a tangent and normal of a parabola?

  • utkarshakash
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Is the Dart Throwing Data a Gaussian Distribution?

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Triangle with median and altitude

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How to Calculate the Factorial of Avogadro Number?

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How Do I Express Vector PA as a Linear Combination of Vectors a and b?

  • MSG100
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What is the minimum length chord of a circle passing through a specific point?

  • utkarshakash
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Proving an Inequality with Elementary Methods

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Solving for base angles in a congruent triangle

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Polygons: Areas Homework Help & Hints

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How can I solve for x in the equation z = y/x * 1/(x-y)?

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What Is the Equation of the Curve Reflected Over the Line x-y-2=0?

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