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The wasting of time: ================ There is a mathematical problem known as the 3x+1 conjecture or Collatz conjecture. In this problem, a number is if even then divided by 2, and if odd then multiplied by 3 and added 1 thus we will proceed until we hit the number 1. Now, mathematicians have tried this with a lot of numbers and reached the number 1 every time but we all know the list of numbers will reach infinity and it will take forever to prove those. So, the only way to prove the theory will be through finding a general proof for the number 1, the number n, and the next number n+1. Until now no mathematician has been able to solve this problem. So, it is called the problem which can not be solved and it has a prize tag. Anyone who can solve this problem will get around 1 million USD. But as many think it is unsolvable and is a waste of time, very few mathematicians worked on this problem. Similarly in life, the answer to some questions can never be found. And we all should not waste our time finding those. Rather invest your time into the future and try to make the world a better place by contributing your time to the sack of humanity!

As a mathematician, this is mind blowing!! Try it yourself. Get a calculator √2 then cube the answer, divide by 2, then cube the answer, divide by 2, repeat to infinity and it will give you the same number. 😳🤔 However, any number greater than √2 the limit as the repetitions increases gets infinitesimally large and any number less than √2 gets infinitesimally small. Terrence Howard goes on how to explain how bankers use similar kinds of anomalies in mathematics to make money from thin air. Pretty cool. "I have spent 45 years trying to figure out how the universe really works....we are abandoning the models of black holes and dark matter.. for an electric model of the universe....I think it should be explored!"👏🙌 Full revolutionary lecture. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gYZVytDE There are ideas that when explored will change our world. 🧡 Below is the direct link to my website with my in-depth articles & email list sign up 👉 https://lnkd.in/gDMu9iEn

Nerd post alert. For literally centuries, we divided numbers into two categories - rational and irrational. On a day-to-day basis, we mostly deal with rational numbers. Numbers like 17, 108, and 1/2. However, there are also irrational numbers. These are numbers that don't have a finite answer. A famous example is the square root of two. It is about 1.4142135... , but has a never-ending, never repeating sequence of numbers after the decimal. How do you describe an ephemeral number that never stays completely in one place? Well, in the mid-1800s, this guy named Richard Dedekind found a way around it. He knew that this number sat firmly between two infinitely repeating rational numbers. He called this space 'cuts' and all irrational numbers fall within these cuts. For the first time, he was able to firmly pin down the value of all irrational numbers, putting this area of mathematics on firm footing. He had the insight to look for the gaps in the evidence, rather than the evidence itself. This is a rare insight, even in the world of the big brains in mathematics. I think this contains a lesson that we can all learn from - don't be blinded by the things you can measure - look for the things that aren't being measured and you may find key insights. Anyway, I learned that today. #math #nerd

Penrose wrote these words, “Does the Platonic mathematical world actually exist, in any meaningful sense? Many people, including philosophers, might regard such a ‘world’ as a complete fiction – a product merely of our unrestrained imaginations. Yet the Platonic viewpoint is indeed an immensely valuable one. It tells us to be careful to distinguish the precise mathematical entities from the approximations that we see around us in the world of physical things. Moreover, it provides us with the blueprint according to which modern science has proceeded ever since….For our individual minds are notoriously imprecise, unreliable, and inconsistent in their judgements. The precision, reliability, and consistency that are required by our scientific theories demand something beyond any one of our individual (untrustworthy) minds. In mathematics, we find a far greater robustness than can be located in any particular mind. Does this not point to something outside ourselves, with a reality that lies beyond what each individual can achieve?” Roger Penrose - Road to Reality Some of my related thoughts on Mathematical Platonism… 📸 Look at this post on Facebook https://lnkd.in/eayMXfuA

Understanding the Evolution of Mathematical Axioms enochchan01.com 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gPc8UiZy Mathematics, at its core, relies on a set of fundamental truths called axioms. These self-evident principles underpin all mathematical reasoning and have profoundly shaped our understanding of the world. Intrigued by the foundations of this universal language? I invite you to explore the evolution of mathematical axioms, from their origins in ancient Greece to their impact on modern-day advancements.

"Fermat's Enigma: The Epic Quest to Solve the World's Greatest Mathematical Problem" by Simon Singh is a compelling narrative of grit and perseverance. It tells the history behind Fermat's Last Theorem, which is simple to understand but as challenging as moving a mountain to solve. Consequently, it remained unsolved for over three centuries until the brilliant mathematician Andrew Wiles entered the scene. Reading about the problem at the age of ten, Wiles made it his lifelong goal to solve it. His quest spanned three decades, with seven years of intense focus while he was a professional mathematician. The beauty of his journey lies in the constant doubt about whether he could finally solve it, yet he unraveled the puzzle piece by piece. It's a story of tenacity that led to his eventual success and elevation to the pantheon of great mathematicians of our time. You don't need to be a mathematician to appreciate Wiles's journey and apply its lessons to your field, whether in tech or elsewhere. The book is highly accessible, focusing more on historical narrative than complex mathematics. Unlike typical history books, it doesn't bore readers—instead, it unfolds like a thrilling story, keeping you engaged from start to finish. I hope you’ll find great inspiration from the book. If you want a quick summary, there is also a fascinating video by the author on the problem (link in the comments). Happy reading! 🚀

Mathematician Solves Two (2) Long-Standing Problems, Break-through Achieved!

🎉 Happy International Question Day and Pi Day! 🥧 🔍 Today, we celebrate two mind-bending occasions: International Question Day and Pi Day! 🎈 🤔 International Question Day reminds us of the wise words of Albert Einstein: "The important thing is not to stop questioning." So, let's keep those questions coming! 💡 Quest: Do you remember which question is the stupidest? 🥧 And on Pi Day, let's give a round of applause (or should we say, a round of pi?) to the mathematical constant π. Did you know that using π to calculate the Earth's equatorial circumference with just nine decimal places results in an error of only about 6 mm? That's some seriously accurate pie-crunching maths! 🌍 🎩 Hats off to curiosity and mathematical marvels! Let's keep questioning, calculating, and celebrating the infinite wonders of our universe together. 🚀 #InternationalQuestionDay #PiDay #Curiosity #MathMagic #UBSLogic #StayCurious