Category Archives: Math in the Real World

Mathematics of the Melbourne Cup

Image Source: http://www.theepochtimes.com Bart Cummings is the “Cups King” – the horse trainer who has won more Melbourne Cup races than anyone. Long Live the King! In this lesson we look at some of the mathematics associated with Austrlia’s premier … Continue reading

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Mathematics

Image Copyright 2012 by Passy’s World of Mathematics The Sydney Harbour bridge is a magnificent structure of mathematical genius, located in what has to be the world’s most beautiful city. In this lesson we look at the mathematics associated with … Continue reading

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Shark Mathematics

Image Copyright 2012 by Passy’s World of Mathematics Passy’s World recently visited the Sydney Aquarium in Australia, which has one of the world’s best Shark exhibits. In this lesson we look at some of the mathematics associated with these amazing … Continue reading

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Guitar Mathematics

Image Copyright 2012 by Passy’s World of Mathematics Here at Passy’s World we love playing guitar. What is really cool is all of the mathematics involved with this amazing instrument. In this lesson we look at the mathematics associated with … Continue reading

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Coffee Spill Mathematics

Image Source: WordPress.com There are mathematical equations for just about everything these days: there is even mathematics for carrying cups of coffee! A mathematical study has revealed that people walking with full cups of coffee will most often spill them … Continue reading

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