When Your Math Professor is a Conspiracy Theorist | Summary and Q&A

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April 9, 2021
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When Your Math Professor is a Conspiracy Theorist

TL;DR

Mathematicians from ancient times created formulas like the quadratic formula and the equation of a sphere. There are misconceptions about the shape of the Earth and the discovery of the Fibonacci numbers.

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Key Insights

  • ❓ The quadratic formula was developed collaboratively by ancient mathematicians.
  • 🆘 The equation of a sphere helps define a three-dimensional object with a specific radius and origin.
  • 🫓 The misconception that the Earth is flat and modeled by a plane equation is discussed.

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Questions & Answers

Q: Who discovered the quadratic formula?

The quadratic formula was not discovered by one person, but rather a group of ancient mathematicians.

Q: What is the equation of a sphere?

The equation of a sphere is x^2 + y^2 + z^2 = r^2, where (x, y, z) are the coordinates and r is the radius.

Q: Is the Earth a sphere?

No, the speaker claims that the Earth is flat and can be modeled by the equation ax + by + cz = 0, where (a, b, c) is the normal vector to the plane.

Q: Who discovered the Fibonacci numbers?

Contrary to popular belief, Fibonacci did not discover the numbers. The speaker links their origin to a cult of mathematicians connected to the bubonic plague.

Summary & Key Takeaways

  • The quadratic equation, created by a group of ancient mathematicians, solves equations of the form ax^2 + bx + c = 0.

  • The equation of a sphere is x^2 + y^2 + z^2 = r^2, centering at the origin, where r is the radius.

  • The Fibonacci numbers, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, follow the pattern of each number being the sum of the previous two numbers.

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