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Math History
Far more interesting than one might first expect, the history of mathematics is filled with bitter rivalries, political machinations, and incredible innovations by some of the most amazing minds in history. Post all questions concerning individual mathematicians, the development of mathematical theories, and the sociological impact that resulted into this category.
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Why do you not use a a slide rule anymore?
The reason most people do not use slide rules is that pocket calculators are just as fast, intuitively more obvious, and more accurate. Nonetheless, actually, I do use a slide rule. But I only do this to show off. It looks sort of magical to the uninitiated.
What is the set of points in a plane at a given distance from a given point in that plane?
These point are usually called loci as they are defined by a give set of rules.
Where can you get a safety net for a parkland 10x 7 rectangular trampoline?
sporting good store
We actually sell universal fitting 10x7ft Rectangular Trampoline Safety Enclosures. Below is a link to them.
Ok ... a mile = 5,280 feet ... multiply 17 x 5,280 and you should get: 89,760 feet.
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Did Muslim mathematicians intruduce geometry into the world?
Euclid was a Greek Mathematician from Alexandria (Egypt) and his book, the Elements, was the first systematic exposition of the subject. So the answer to the queston is "No".
Johann Heinrich Lambert is credited with the first proof that pi is irrational in 1768.
The least common factor of ANY TWO WHOLE NUMBERS is 1.
What is the largest 3 digit number?
999 (assuming base ten mathematics)
999.
If you are allowed to use indices, then 9^(9^9) would be the largest. This equates to a very, very, VERY long number.
Geometry is a mathematics branch that study of figures in a space of a given number of dimensions and types. It is used in building construction, in length, area, volume etc. measurement, in designing, and in ordinance survey.
An even number is an integer of the form n = 2x where x is an integer.
Therefore, zero IS an even number.
What historical problems was solved using trigonometry?
Alot of problems were solved through the use of trig. To many to count in fact. The Sears tower would be an example I can think of. But good question.
What is the prime factorization of 123456?
The prime factorization of 123456 is 2x2x2x2x2x2x3x643 (or 26x3x643 in exponential form).
Who was the mathematician who established five theorems upon which all geometry can be built?
Pythagoras
How is maths used in your world?
Here are three examples.
1) In the store, 500 ml. of shampoo costs 2.50, while 750 ml. costs 3.70. To compare price per unit volume, you'll have to do some quick mental math.
2) An American in Europe is used to "miles" and "Fahrenheit", but sees signs which post metric values. To convert ti his/her preferred system, some calculating must be done.
3) A package of oatmeal gives the recipe for 4 servings, but you are cooking for three. You'll have to figure out each ingredient in the new amount so that the cereal comes out not too thin or salty.
