In Economics, the idea of someone acting in a “rational” way implies that they make decisions that maximize their own utility, and that they do so consistently. in Mathematics, the same word means ...

Simon Fraser University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA. Simon Fraser University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA-FR. Computers have helped mathematical research ...

Math Horizons is intended primarily for undergraduates interested in mathematics. Our purpose is to introduce students to the world of mathematics outside the classroom. Thus, while we especially ...

Pi Day, 3/14, coincides with the first three digits of one of the most important numbers in math.

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The Axiom of Choice states that given any collection of sets, it is possible to choose one element from each set. This seems self-evident, but accepting this definition leads to numerous bizarre ...