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How Many Advanced Mathematical Symbols Do You Remember?
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We all know our pluses and minuses, but how about the symbols for population mean and the golden ratio? What about the Euler-Mascheroni constant and radians? If you know your advanced math symbols, take the quiz and show your stuff!
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.
Is There a Scientific Strategy for Finding a Good Parking Spot?
HowStuffWorks talks with some scientists to find out whether to drive around until you find a close parking spot or take the first thing you see.
Crinkle Crankle: The Serpentine Wall With a Funny Name
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Crinkle crankle walls undulate, mimicking the shape of a snake's slither. But what's the purpose of these wavy walls?
How to Become a Software Engineer
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Do you know how to become a software engineer? Find out how to become a software engineer in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Can You Solve These Basic Math Story Problems?
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One of the primary ways we learn to apply math to real-life situations is via story problems. And yet, these story-based mathematics equations stump quite a few people. Take this quiz to see if you are good at math.
Does the Parthenon really follow the golden ratio?
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The Parthenon was thought to have been built following a mathematical concept called the golden ratio. Is this true? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
Deciphering 'Greater Than,' 'Less Than' and 'Equal To' Symbols
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Greater than, less than, equal to: These terms are mathematical expressions that allow the user to compare two numbers or equations. Once you've become familiar with these terms — and the symbols used to represent them — you'll be able to apply them to various math problems.
How Information Technology Works
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Information technology applies to a number of different careers and fields. Learn more about information technology at HowStuffWorks.
Who Invented the First Computer?
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This person of diverse interests also invented the cowcatcher device for trains and held a distinguished mathematics professorship at the University of Cambridge.