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Ergodicity: The Hidden Reason For Society’s Growth And Your Misfortune

Published on October 14, 2022 by Hemanth

Ergodicity says that the faster the GDP grows, the slower your salary rises. That sounds absurd, right? But it is indeed true. Read the essay to find out how.

Does Mathematics 😒 Really Deserve All This Hate?

Published on October 12, 2022 by Hemanth

Confession: I used to hate mathematics 😒 too! But does it really have to be this way? Does math deserve the hate it gets? Check out my essay for the answers.

How To Really Solve This Tricky Algebra Problem (IX)

Published on October 11, 2022 by Hemanth

Welcome to the ninth entry in the tricky algebra problem series. Following the last entry, we are still dealing with a relatively easy yet tricky puzzle here. You are presented with the following equation: [2^(3x)] − (2^x) = 336 where x ∈ R Given this setting, your challenge is to solve for ‘x’. Unlike some of the […]

Calculus (IX): How To Really Understand The Product Rule

Published on October 10, 2022 by Hemanth

In this 9th calculus series essay, we cover the product rule of differentiation. Learn how to actually use the first principles behind the product rule!

Startup Ideas: Is There Value In Ranking Creators?

Published on October 9, 2022 by Hemanth

The first entry in the series startup ideas, which asks if there is value in ranking creators. Check out the business rationale behind this innovative idea.

The Sleeping Beauty Problem: How To Really Solve It?

Published on October 7, 2022 by Hemanth

The sleeping beauty problem is a highly controversial decision theory puzzle. It divides experts until this day. Check out what the controversy is all about!

Fallacy: How To Really Understand It?

Published on October 6, 2022 by Hemanth

How To Really Understand The Notion Of Fallacy? - An illustration showing two stick figures representing two speakers over speaking tables arguing. The stick figure on the left says, "Your logic is weak!" The stick figure on the right asks in return, "How weak is it exactly?"

Fallacy is a term that is often misused in the name of science. This essay explains the formal usage of fallacy and helps you avoid pseudoscientific arguments.

To Infinity And Beyond? – What Is The Final Destination?

Published on October 5, 2022 by Hemanth

The phrase “to infinity and beyond” might turn Buzz Lightyear on, but is it the final destination for us? Let us ponder the distant future of humanity and tech!

Calculus (VIII): How To Learn The Sum Rule And The Difference Rule

Published on October 4, 2022 by Hemanth

Calculus (VIII): How To Learn Sum Rule And Difference Rule - An illustration showing the following information using white board graphics: u = f(x); v = f(x); y = f(x) = (u + v); → dy/dx = ??

In this 8th calculus essay, you learn the basic math behind the sum rule and the difference rule. Get to know WHY the rules of differentiation actually work!

Tricky Logic Puzzle (IV): How To Really Solve It?

Published on September 30, 2022 by Hemanth

Welcome to the fourth entry in the tricky logic puzzle series. Test your logical reasoning skills with this light bulb puzzle! This time, Cheat is backl!

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