Who knows the Guldin-Pappus theoreme?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the Guldin-Pappus theorem, with participants exploring its explanation and application, particularly in relation to calculating the centroid of an equilateral triangle.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests an explanation of the Guldin-Pappus theorem.
  • Another participant suggests searching online for existing explanations, implying that resources are available that may clarify the theorem.
  • A participant expresses gratitude for the welcome message.
  • A later participant indicates that they have not found additional information beyond what they already knew and seeks guidance on applying the theorem to find the centroid of an equilateral triangle.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not show clear agreement or disagreement, as participants are at different stages of understanding and inquiry regarding the theorem.

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Participants have not provided specific definitions or detailed explanations of the Guldin-Pappus theorem, and there may be assumptions about prior knowledge that are not explicitly stated.

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if you know the theoreme and can explain it to me, please do! please!:confused:
 
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Hi negri, welcome to PF.

Did you try searching? Because on the first result page Google spits out this which seems quite clear to me.
What do you want us to explain?
 
thnx!:blushing:
 
ok, now I've looked on to it and there is nothing extra then i already knew, but how can i use it to calculate an equilateral triangle's centroem?
 

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