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if you don't think of ice cream anymore when you hear someone say, "(a variable) over pi"
You're too much of a mathematician if
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Discussion Overview
This thread humorously explores the characteristics and behaviors that might indicate someone is "too much of a mathematician." Participants share various anecdotes, jokes, and observations related to mathematical thinking and language, with a focus on the quirks and idiosyncrasies that arise in mathematical contexts.
Discussion Character
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants suggest that finding humor in statements like "epsilon < 0" indicates a mathematical mindset.
- Others propose that thinking about the x-component of a vector in a humorous context reflects a mathematician's perspective.
- Several participants mention the idea that using terms like "trivial" or "evident" frequently is a sign of being a mathematician.
- There are jokes about the confusion between mathematical and everyday language, such as the distinction between a doughnut and a coffee mug.
- Some participants reflect on how mathematical terms have become part of their everyday vocabulary, indicating a deep integration of mathematical thinking into daily life.
- One participant humorously notes that defining people in terms of matrices is a sign of being too much of a mathematician.
- Another shares a humorous anecdote involving a famous mathematician, suggesting that such interactions are indicative of a mathematician's mindset.
- There are discussions about the use of phrases like "for all x such that..." in everyday arguments, highlighting the blending of mathematical language with casual conversation.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share a light-hearted agreement on the humorous nature of the statements made, but there is no consensus on what specifically defines being "too much of a mathematician." Multiple competing views and interpretations of the jokes and anecdotes remain present throughout the discussion.
Contextual Notes
Some statements rely on specific mathematical concepts or humor that may not be universally understood, leading to varying levels of comprehension among participants.
Who May Find This Useful
This discussion may be of interest to those who enjoy mathematics, particularly in a humorous context, as well as individuals looking to explore the cultural quirks associated with mathematical thinking.
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write pi as a infinite series...
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drizzle
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Lisa! said:Oops...no , now that's a real mathematician considring this 1:
You are a mathematician if you say 'A', write 'B' but mean 'C'
What if I say 'A', write 'B' but mean 'A', then I'm too much of a ...?
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