Is 1 Really Equal to 0? An Amazing Discovery!

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The discussion revolves around the provocative claim that 1 equals 0, exploring the implications and definitions that might support such a statement. Participants engage with mathematical concepts, definitions, and humor, while questioning the validity of the claim and its implications for established mathematical principles.

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  • One participant claims to have proven that 1 equals 0, prompting curiosity from others about the details of the proof.
  • Several participants express skepticism and request clarification on the proof, indicating a desire for more rigorous mathematical reasoning.
  • There is a humorous exchange regarding the concept of zero factorial, with some participants suggesting that it may relate to the claim.
  • Another participant references the Bohr-Mollerup Theorem and the gamma function, suggesting it could provide a mathematical framework for discussing factorials and their properties.
  • One participant expresses disappointment at the possibility of an inconsistency in mathematics being discovered, indicating a concern for the implications of the claim.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the validity of the claim that 1 equals 0. Multiple competing views and interpretations remain, with some engaging in light-hearted banter while others seek serious mathematical clarification.

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The discussion includes references to definitions and mathematical concepts that may not be universally accepted or understood, highlighting the potential for misinterpretation and the need for careful reasoning.

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This discussion may be of interest to those exploring mathematical definitions, factorials, and the philosophical implications of mathematical claims.

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Earlier today, I proved 1=0!


Think about it... it kind of tickles the brain in a weird way
 
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Are you going to post how you did it? I'd like to see.
 
quasar987 said:
Are you going to post how you did it? I'd like to see.

The irony is about waist-high in this thread.

- Warren
 
Yes, but can you prove that 2 + 2 [itex]\neq[/itex] 4!
 
chroot,

I can't see it. o_O
 
quasar987 said:
Are you going to post how you did it? I'd like to see.

I used a well-known, yet under-appreciated, definition.

mattmns, I'm working on it, but it may take a while.

But I have shown 2=2!
 
I meant, are you going to post the details of the proof.
 
Zero factorial?
 
1=0! by definition.

Office_Shredder said:
But I have shown 2=2!

2=2! by definition too.

Like Mickey said, are you saying 'zero factorial' or are you screaming 'ZERO' at the top of your lungs?
 
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The Bohr-Mollerup Theorem could be used to show that the gamma function is the unique analytic continuation of the factorial to the complex plane less the non-positive integers that is log-convex and assumes real values for real arguments... and show that [tex]\Gamma (1) = 0! =1[/tex], but that might be kinda lame...
 
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Mickey said:
Zero factorial?

We have a winner! (<--- that's an exclamation mark, not a factorial).
 
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It had been possible that an inconsistency in mathematics was discovered. How disappointing.
 
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Yay. Bring on the cute math babes. o:)
 

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