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10 Times Humanity Found the Answer (and Then Forgot)
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Could humanity be even farther ahead if we hadn't forgotten what we'd learned centuries ago? Learn about 10 times we forgot answers at HowStuffWorks.
Bayes' Theorem Helps Us Nail Down Probabilities
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Bayes' theorem describes the probability of an event, based on prior knowledge of conditions that might be related to the event. Sounds intimidating, but we'll walk you through it.
The 4th Dimension: Where Science and Imagination Collide
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Can we see the fourth dimension or is it something that is beyond our grasp? Find out if it is possible to see the fourth dimension in this article.
What Is Pi?
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Whether the circle is as big as planet Mars or as small as a tennis ball, the ratio of its circumference divided by its diameter will always equal pi (3.14). But why?
Bad Luck Comes in Threes: Separating Superstition from Reality
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Explore the belief that bad luck comes in threes. Uncover origins, cultural influences, and the psychology behind the superstition.
Can You Identify These Historical Objects from an Image?
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Tech up! In this quiz you'll find objects from human history that seem more than a little bit out of place today. Can you recognize all of this ancient technology? Let's go!
What Are Prime Numbers, and Why Do They Matter?
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You may remember from math class that a prime number is a number that can only be divided by 1 and itself. But why are they important anyway?
12 WPA Projects that Still Exist
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WPA projects spanned from New York to California, and many still exist today. Find out about 12 WPA projects that can still be found.
The Youngest Person to Graduate College Was Only 10 Years Old
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Some kids go from finger painting to finals faster than most people can say "graduation."
How the Enlightenment Worked
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The Enlightenment was a period of major intellectual change. Read about the Age of Enlightenment and the Enlightenment thinkers' impact on history.