Irrational Numbers Explained

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Aug 142018
 

Making sense of irrational numbers

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Like many heroes of Greek myths, the philosopher Hippasus was rumored to have been mortally punished by the gods. But what was his crime? Did he murder guests or disrupt a sacred ritual? No, Hippasus’s transgression was mathematically proving the hitherto unprovable. Ganesh Pai describes the history and math behind irrational numbers.

 

 

Random Riddle: Since The Beginning

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Aug 142018
 
Since the beginning of man, I have been a great frighten. Many myths of me are told, Some began my malicious unfold. Many colors of myself to show, Whether I am of friendly nature or a foe.

What am I?
 

 Random Riddle: Since The Beginning

 

 

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