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Can Math Help You Escape a Hungry Bear?

By Pradeep Mutalik
June 29, 2021
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In this month’s puzzle, math is a question of life or death.

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How a Simple Arithmetic Puzzle Can Guide Discovery

By Pradeep Mutalik
May 28, 2021
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Playing with numbers can lead to deep mathematical and scientific insights.

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The Puzzling Power of Simple Arithmetic

By Pradeep Mutalik
April 20, 2021
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Playing with arithmetic can lead us to unexpected and profound discoveries that point toward deeper mathematics and sometimes even deeper science.

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Finding Zen in the Art of Puzzle Solving

By Pradeep Mutalik
March 26, 2021
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Readers used their Zen-like puzzle solving skills to discover hidden insights.

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Zen and the Art of Puzzle Solving

By Pradeep Mutalik
February 10, 2021
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Sometimes the act of solving a puzzle can itself reveal hidden insights.

Illustration of a black goat with a red leash, grazing at the intersection of two circles
geometry

After Centuries, a Seemingly Simple Math Problem Gets an Exact Solution

By Steve Nadis
December 9, 2020
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Mathematicians have long pondered the reach of a grazing goat tied to a fence, only finding approximate answers until now.

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How to Solve Our Three John Conway-Inspired Puzzles

By Pradeep Mutalik
November 20, 2020
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A numerical puzzle, a geometric puzzle and a game of random patterns — all with connections to the legendary mathematician — elicited an enthusiastic response from readers.

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Celebrating the Playful Magic of John Horton Conway

By Pradeep Mutalik
October 15, 2020
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Have fun exploring a numerical puzzle, a geometric puzzle and a game of random patterns, all inspired by the playful genius of the legendary mathematician.

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How to Assess Risks During the Coronavirus Pandemic

By Pradeep Mutalik
September 25, 2020
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The medical research scientist and Quanta puzzle columnist Pradeep Mutalik explores how to make sense of COVID-19 data while managing your personal risk.


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