Four Fours Challenge: Get 44 with ONLY 4s!

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The discussion revolves around a challenge to express the number 44 using only the digit 4, specifically focusing on the constraints of using five fours. The subject area involves mathematical reasoning and creative problem-solving.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants share various attempts, including expressions like "44/4 + 44" and "44 mod 4 + 44." There is a mix of playful commentary and a desire for a more rigorous approach to the problem.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different expressions and questioning the nature of the challenge. Some have expressed a desire for a more formal solution, while others engage in light-hearted banter about the problem's simplicity.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of an edit to the original problem statement, indicating a possible change in the challenge parameters from "get 55" to "get 44." This may affect the interpretations and approaches being discussed.

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Homework Statement


use five fours ONLY to get 44

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44/4 + 44. Kind of a silly question? :P

[Edit] If someone can come up with something rigorous(uniqueness and existence of such numbers) good on them, I just guessed and checked.
 
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It used to say "get 55..." Nice edit!
 
44 mod 4 + 44

Stop editing your post lol
 

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