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Probability dots and lines problem.
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Evaluating a log by trial and error
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X + y = z (constant) - what variation is that?
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Square Inscribed in a Square: Maximizing Distance Between Vertices
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Number theory find two smallest integers with same remainders
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Can I use brackets on the subscript of a log?
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Algebra II Equations Containing Radicals
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Check My Proof - Get Help w/ Problem Solving
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Conic Sections on the Complex Plane (circle)
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Solving for x in y=2x-3/(2x-4)^2: Tips and Hints for Solving Equations
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Postman Deliveries to Houses Without Digit 9 - How Many Houses are Delivered To?
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Compact form for an infinite multiplication
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Understanding Equivalency in Simple Geometry: A, B, C, and D Explained
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Relation and order relation question
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Simple complex number question
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Mathematical induction problem
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Matrices & Geometric Transformations
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Significant figures in Results and Confidence Intervals
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Check if a scalar is an eigenvalue of a matrix
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A very quick stupid question about square roots of squares
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Need to create a function in Precalc
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What Is the Limit of the Sequence Defined by the Sum of Binomial Coefficients?
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Probability with given probability problem
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Solving a^3 + b^3 + c^2 = 2012 with Positive Integers: A Tricky Homework Problem
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What's the probability of a household subscribing to at least one newspaper?
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Solving for x using logarithms
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Proving a Determinant Identity for Beginners
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Prove that e^ia + 2e^ib = re^ic?
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Finding the Role of R in Trigonometric Equations: An Algebraic Exploration
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Are pi/2+/-2kpi and -pi/2+/-2kpi equal
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Hypothesis testing for ratio estimation
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Can the Diagonal Property of a Matrix be Used to Speed Up Inversion?
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Prove the ratio of AX:XB = 1:λ if X is a point on a circle
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Simplifying Factorials: Proving (n+1)(n+1)!+(n+1)! =(n+2)!
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Power sets and cardinalities (proof)
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Triangle geometry find a side length
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Need to find c in a quadratic equation
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Set problem of x-intercepts and y-intercepts
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Probability Ques: Attended program?
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Radius of Inscribed Circle in a Quadrant of a Circle
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I see no trig function for this
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Mathematical induction problem
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Using an Argand diagram, find the solution satisfying these pairs of equations
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Algebra problem ordinary numbers
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Angle between line and its shadow on a plane
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Understanding U_n: An Explanation of the Concept
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Give that two six sided dice are rolled once
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Probability question-flipping a coin-mathematical approach?
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Proof by induction of the sum of 2 squares
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Find x in radians using [0,2pi] | Sin(3x)= -0.1658 | Step-by-Step Solution"
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How Do You Solve Logarithmic Equations with Coefficients?
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Missing terms of a geometric seqeunce
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How Is Penelope's Monthly Lease Payment Calculated?
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How do you simplify summation expressions?
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Why Isn't It 3n^2(2n+1)^2 in the Algebra Problem?
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Help with a discrete math homework problem
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Easy Algebra: Solving 2.07 = 1+B/(1-B) for B = 0.349
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Why Can det|P| Be Both +3 and -3?
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Radicals with order higher than 2
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Proving ABC = I using matrix operations: Self-taught induction proof
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Solve Binomial Theorem: Find Term Independent of x
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Natural Logs, adding variable exponents.
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Why Does Substituting Into y^2 = 16x Yield t = 0?
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How can I solve for x in the equation sin(ax+b)=c without using arcsin?
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What Are the Boundaries of θ and r for a Circle Centered at (1,2)?
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Linear transformation easy question
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Distance from P to Line: Find Q Closest to P
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Sum of Finite Arithmetic Series: Formula & Examples
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Find Points C Along A(1, -1, 2) to B(2, 0, 1) Line
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Evaluate in terms of powers of primes
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Highest Common Factor and Lowest Common Multiple
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Limit Solving Strategies for Non-L'Hôpital's Rule Problems
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Expanding Logarithms with Radicals
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What Does the Function Notation U(x_0, x_1, ..., x_n) Indicate?
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On which quadrants are each of the six inverse trig functions defined?
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Find a, b & c for \lim_{x→0} \frac{ae^x-bcos(x)+ce^{-x}}{x\cdot sin(x)}=2
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Probability of Exactly 4 Defective Relays from 5 Random Select
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Open Class Interval Problem from AS S1
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Finding the Limit of f(x) at 0
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Question about precedence rules
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Showing one positive and two neg roots
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General math formatting question (simple)
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What is a general term and how is it different than a function?
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Find Magnitude and Angle of Vector A with Vector B & C
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Prove identity sin4x=(4sinxcosx)(1-2sin^2x)
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Finding the unknown points of a second triangle
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Determining the coefficient of static and dynamic friction
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Forming a specific number with given numbers and operations
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Limit help needed for end of complex number question
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Converting real life dimensions of a canvas into video file dimensions.
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Multiplying a postivie number by a absolute expression
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Prove cos(sin^-1 x)= [itex]\sqrt{1-x}[/itex]
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Finding the inverse of a function
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Newton-Raphson Formula question
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Solve the Tricky Equation: Finding x in a Complex Equation
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Can you tile an equilateral triangular tile with a triple N set of triominos
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If it takes 17 seconds to blow up a balloon to 8 cm in diameter
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Rabbit and Fox Riddle: Maximum Safe Distance for a Rabbit | Solution
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Do you know what nC5 and nC4 represent?
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Negative Fractional Exponent problem
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