Archimedes' Dilemma: The Misunderstood Concept of Pi = 4

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The discussion revolves around the humorous and contentious topic of mathematical concepts, particularly the idea that 0.999... equals 1, and the erroneous claim that pi equals 4. Participants express their amusement and confusion regarding these concepts, with some referencing Archimedes and the nature of limits in mathematics. The conversation touches on the infinite nature of certain operations and the implications of rounding in calculations. Ultimately, the thread highlights the playful yet serious exploration of mathematical principles and the misunderstandings that can arise from them.
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jreelawg said:
Pi does = 4. Don't you understand relativity? Curvature affects the metric and makes distances seam shorter. Sure a circle appears to be 3.14... because the circle is experiencing curvature. In the frame of reference of the square, pi is 4.

I hope this is a joke lol.
 
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It's sort of interesting. The perimeter of a digital circle is 8r, and the surface area is approximately 6pir^2.
 
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Mathnomalous said:
Btw, I, too, would have a problem if my name was Archimedes; what kind of parent names his kid Archimedes!?

Continuing the necro spirit :biggrin:

Archimedes in ancient Greek translates into "the one who gives leading advice" :wink:
 

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