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Nerds of the world are celebrating our annual nerd-o-rama, Pi Day. Have a great one.
What is Pi Day and why do nerds celebrate it?
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Pi Day is celebrated annually on March 14, aligning with the numerical representation of the mathematical constant π (3.14). The discussion highlights the cultural significance of Pi Day among nerds, particularly in the United States, Belize, and Micronesia, while also mentioning Pi Approximation Day on July 22. Participants express their enjoyment of the day, with references to pie consumption and the celebration of Einstein's birthday. The conversation also touches on the accuracy of different representations of pi, including 22/7 and 3/14.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of mathematical constants, specifically π (pi)
- Familiarity with the concept of Pi Approximation Day
- Knowledge of cultural celebrations related to mathematics
- Awareness of the significance of March 14 in mathematical contexts
- Research the history and significance of Pi Day celebrations
- Explore the mathematical implications of π and its approximations
- Learn about other mathematical constants and their cultural relevance
- Investigate how different countries celebrate Pi Day and similar events
Mathematicians, educators, students, and anyone interested in the cultural aspects of mathematics and its celebrations.
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Jonathan Scott
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But we can at least celebrate Einstein's birthday.
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Nerds of the United States, Belize and Micronesia (and maybe some Canadians), apparently. The rest of us have to wait until 22 July.Chestermiller said:
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My wife got pie to eat at work. I did not :(
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Don't worry Greg! Tau Day is just around the corner and you can make it up with 2 pies!Greg Bernhardt said:
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I had a great \pi Day.
Good times had by all.
Good times had by all.
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Greg Bernhardt said:
but did your work colleagues get you a birthday cake ?
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Goodness! You youngsters!
We still celebrate pi day on 22nd of July.
(Of course, in UK Monday was 14/3 and we don't get a 31/4, so your pi day is a bit of a mystery to us.)
We still celebrate pi day on 22nd of July.
(Of course, in UK Monday was 14/3 and we don't get a 31/4, so your pi day is a bit of a mystery to us.)
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Yeah, that's me. But the 22nd of July is Pi Approximation Day . . . a totally different holidayMerlin3189 said:
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And 3/14 is spot on?
Actually I think 22/7 is nearer than 3/14 by about 3.28 x 10-4, but 3/142016 is closer.
Actually I think 22/7 is nearer than 3/14 by about 3.28 x 10-4, but 3/142016 is closer.
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You could celebrate on 3/14 at 1:59:27, that is pretty accurate (or :26 if you prefer correct digits over rounding).
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True, but that's just what people call it, so I go with it.Merlin3189 said:
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