5 cool math tricks ft. Technicality

5 cool math tricks ft. Technicality

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Physics, Science

10th - 12th Grade

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Dianna shares her favorite math tricks, including calculating tips, multiplying by 11 and 9, and using geometry to find square roots. She also demonstrates a trick based on the Chinese Remainder Theorem, explaining its application in encryption. The video combines practical math tips with insights into why these tricks work.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What method did Dianna use to calculate a 20% tip on a $170 bill?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the trick for multiplying numbers by 11 as described by Dianna.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the finger trick for multiplying by 9 work?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the process Dianna used to find the square root of 32 using geometry.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How can you construct the square root of any number using pipe cleaners?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What was the final outcome of the math trick involving Alex and the number he thought of?

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What is the Chinese remainder theorem and how is it applied in the math trick shown?

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