What's the Problem with Maths?

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• Dr. David Acheson (Oxford Mathematical Institute)
• Monday 22 October 2012, 20:30-21:30
• Winstanley Lecture Theatre, Trinity College.

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Why are so many people scared stiff of mathematics? Quite apart from anything else, the subject is full of wonderful surprises, and I will consider several of them, suitable for a wide spectrum of ages, and ranging from a piece of mathematical ‘conjuring’ to the question of whether mathematics can explain the legendary Indian Rope Trick.

This talk is part of the Trinity Mathematical Society series.

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