Can I be the Greatest Mathematician of All Time?

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The forum discussion centers on a 16-year-old high school graduate questioning the possibility of becoming the greatest mathematician of all time. Responses emphasize the importance of hard work, natural ability, and a willingness to learn, while also highlighting the unrealistic nature of such an ambition without significant dedication and skill. Participants stress that greatness in mathematics requires not only talent but also extensive knowledge and experience, often acquired through rigorous study and practice.

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  • Understanding of basic mathematical concepts and terminology.
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This discussion is beneficial for aspiring mathematicians, high school students interested in mathematics, educators seeking to motivate students, and anyone contemplating a career in mathematics or related fields.

  • #31
Instead, hope to become the worst mathematician ever. Then, when you start failing at that, you will be happy because it means you are good.

PL
 
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  • #32
As Maxwell said, you are still in high school. Wait until you get out to uni, the real world and see how much of a big fish in a small pond you were.

It is far more likely that you become a good mathematician and stumble across a world changing discovery.
 
  • #33
thank you for maxwell for the advice,also moose, i speak voluble english i only use those to make my work faster and this goes to everyone who thinks because i am a nigerian my grammar is porous ,you have all made a very big mistake,also pengwuino at least you now know i am from nigeria ,now locrian what have i said that makes you laugh?thanks to all you who gave real advice, i am grateful .thank you too space tiger
 
  • #34
gosh i made a mistake ,thank u maxwell for theadvice
 
  • #35
abia ubong said:
i am 16 a high school grad i wanted 2 know if it was possible for me 2 be the greatest mathematician of all times ,already my friends call me the goat i.e the greatest of all times pls let me know

I foresee you will become the greatest of all the jedi...I mean mathematicians.
 
  • #36
mozart,what do u mean by jedi?
 

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