Is There a Hidden Pattern in This Sequence of Numbers?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying a potential hidden pattern in a specific sequence of numbers. Participants explore various methods of analysis, including statistical approaches and graphical representations, while also considering the context of the numbers as part of an unsolved puzzle.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a sequence of numbers and describes attempts to find a pattern through various methods, including calculating the mean and analyzing differences.
  • Another participant inquires about the origin of the numbers, prompting clarification that they are from an unsolved puzzle.
  • Some participants discuss the implications of solving the puzzle, suggesting that if a solution is found, it should not be shared with the original poster but rather submitted elsewhere.
  • A participant expresses a desire to promote the book associated with the puzzle, indicating a personal investment in maintaining interest in it.
  • There is a mention of restrictions on posting links, which some participants attribute to measures against spam.
  • One participant suggests closing the thread, indicating a belief that the premise for the discussion is no longer valid.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit a mix of curiosity about the sequence and skepticism regarding the potential for finding a solution within the forum. There is no clear consensus on whether the discussion should continue or if the premise is valid.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes assumptions about the nature of the puzzle and the motivations of participants, which remain unresolved. The effectiveness of the methods proposed for finding a pattern is also uncertain.

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I have been trying to find a pattern in this sequence of numbers:
72.1, 25.2, 35.1, 58.3, 164.14, 99.8, 23.1, 51.5, 13.2
I have been trying to find a pattern in this sequence of numbers:
72.1, 25.2, 35.1, 58.3, 164.14, 99.8, 23.1, 51.5, 13.2
I have tried every method I can think of like finding the mean, putting them in numerical order, trying to see if the differences between each number has any correlation (It might but I am not sure) and plotting them on a graph. The solution might not be a mathematical one.
 
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Where did these numbers come from?
 
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These numbers comprise an unsolved puzzle from this page.
 
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Petek said:
These numbers comprise an unsolved puzzle from this page.
So you're saying that if we figure it out, we should not tell the OP and we should submit the solution ourself? Got it, thanks for the tip! :wink:
 
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berkeman said:
So you're saying that if we figure it out, we should not tell the OP and we should submit the solution ourself? Got it, thanks for the tip! :wink:
Go ahead! If it gets more attention for the book, then I have done my job.
 
jrrunge98 said:
Go ahead! If it gets more attention for the book, then I have done my job.
What job? Are you associated with the book and the website somehow?
 
berkeman said:
What job? Are you associated with the book and the website somehow?
No but I love the book and the hunt am trying to keep it alive since it seems to be losing popularity. Granted, I probably should have stated that but it didn't occur to me at the time of writing. I've been posting similar threads on other sites as well to try and spark interest. For some reason I couldn't embed the books link here. Its my first time using the website.
 
jrrunge98 said:
For some reason I couldn't embed the books link here. Its my first time using the website.
Yeah, that's on purpose to keep down the amount of spam posts by newbies. Well, since the premise for this thread turned out to be false, and since anybody who figures out the problem would probably just submit it to the website instead of posting it here, I'll go ahead and close this thread now.
 
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