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Puzzles

Solution to the taxi problem revisited

Solution to the optimal stopping problem

Rectangle triangle problem

Rectangle triangle problem

Puzzle No. 3 - birth dates

Never forget your mum's birthday

Solution to Puzzle No. 2 - carnivorous beetles

Optimal stopping

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.

Looking for love?

Find out how OKCupid's algorithm works.
Maths in a minute: The d'Hondt method

How does the voting system for the European Parliament elections work?
No maths for Europe

How should the seats in the European Parliament be allocated?
Maths in a minute: The Sydney Opera House

The mathematical puzzle behind the iconic structure.
Helping men with early prostate cancer

A new online tool developed with the help of statisticians enables patients to make informed treatment choices.

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