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Puzzles

Which fits best - a square peg in a round hole, or a round peg in a square hole?

Puzzle page: The Möbius Challenge

Set your beloved heart a-flutter with this mathematical valentine

Try your hand at some tricky trig!

Count up your booty of jewels and potions!

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Maths in a minute

Want facts and want them fast? Our Maths in a minute series explores key mathematical concepts in just a few words.

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