
Understanding Zeno's Paradox of Achilles and the Tortoise

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Mathematics
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9th - 10th Grade
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main challenge Achilles faces in Zeno's paradox?
Achilles gets tired quickly.
The tortoise runs in a zigzag pattern.
Achilles must close an infinite number of smaller gaps.
Achilles is slower than the tortoise.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What philosophical idea does Zeno's paradox challenge?
The nature of reality.
The existence of time.
The concept of space.
The principle of motion.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between divergent and convergent series?
Both series result in a finite number.
Divergent series result in a finite number, while convergent series result in infinity.
Divergent series result in infinity, while convergent series result in a finite number.
Both series result in infinity.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the series in Zeno's paradox resolve the issue of Achilles overtaking the tortoise?
The series diverges, allowing Achilles to catch up.
The series fluctuates, confusing Achilles.
The series remains constant, preventing Achilles from catching up.
The series converges, allowing Achilles to catch up.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the resolution of Zeno's paradox reveal about our understanding of motion?
Motion is an illusion.
Motion is simpler than it seems.
Motion is more complex than it appears.
Motion does not exist.
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