Circles arise naturally in geometry (they are an immediate consequence of the notion of distance), and we use them extensively in geometric constructions (after all, a compass is essentially a … Read More
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As we saw last time, software can easily replicate the capabilities of the ruler and compass – but can also be used to apply those techniques without the same kind … Read More
Math.stackexchange.com is a question-and-answer website that focusses on substantive discussion of mathematical questions, with participants ranging from students to teachers to professional mathematicians. The question What is the (mathematical) point … Read More