The discussion centers on the formula A=-(B/2(pi-t+sin(t)))(1-cos(t)), which is used to determine the quickest route between two horizontal points. While A and B can be calculated when t is known, finding t analytically when A and B are given is deemed nearly impossible due to the complexity of the equation, which involves t both inside and outside trigonometric functions. Numerical methods, such as the Newton-Raphson technique, can provide approximate solutions, but multiple solutions for t exist, complicating the determination of a unique answer. The conversation also touches on the irrational nature of t when A and B are rational, and the implications of calculating the quickest path, suggesting that it may require infinite precision. Ultimately, while numerical solutions can be achieved, an exact analytical solution for t remains elusive.