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The Sine X Button

Summary: What does the $\sin(x)$ button on a calculator really do? [full page]

The Loop Manipulation Group

Summary: A write-up of a question about loop manipulation and braid groups. [full page]

Infinite Limits in Python

Summary: This talk introduces infinite limits by playing with a mysterious function in Python. It was originally given at Lester B. Pearson Collegiate in Scarborough on 2024-02-12. [full page]

Juggling

Summary: Links to juggling resources. [full page]

The Kruskal-Dynkin Count

Summary: Introduction In this write-up, I’m going to talk about the Kruskal-Dynkin count, a card trick based on mathematics. I’ll give a heurisitic argument for why the trick works, and then present some experimental data about how the trick changes as the values of the cards change. [full page]

Problem Solving Group

Summary: The UTSC Problem Solving Group meets weekly to learn the art and craft of problem solving. We meet on Tuesdays at 09:00 in IC-220. [full page]

Puzzles

Summary: From Ed Burger: Suppose that $N$ cards are placed on a table with $F$ of them face up. You know the values of $N$ and $F$, but you are unable to see the cards. [full page]

Math Opportunities Around UToronto

Summary: MathPrograms.org has tonnes of undergraduate research experience opportunities, but primarily focussed on the US. If you’re interested in mathematics, and based in Toronto or Canada, then there are a number of opportunities worth investigating. [full page]

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