## 5 Misconceptions About Rational Numbers

Before, I discuss the misconceptions, let us recall the definition of rational numbers. A rational number is a number that can represented by the fraction $\frac{a}{b}$ where $a$ and $b$ are integers and $b$ not equal to 0. From this definition and other previously learned concepts, let us examine the following misconceptions about rational numbers.

Misconception 1 : Zero is not a rational number.

Truth: YES, it is. Zero, and negative and positive integers are all rational numbers. For example, $0 = \frac{0}{1}$, $-5 = \frac{-5}{1}$, and $100 = \frac{100}{1}$ are all fractions whose numerators and denominators are integers and denominator 1 (which is clearly not equal to 0). Continue reading…

## Video Lecture: Beauty and Truth in Mathematics and Science

This video is a lecture on the Beauty and Truth in Mathematics and Science.  Professor Robert May of Oxford talks about the beauty of mathematics and its connection to real life problems. I think it is a good watch for all mathematics students and enthusiasts.

Professor May highlighted the importance of  Euclidean Geometry, Complex Numbers, Fractals, Relativeity and more. He also cited the works of mathematicians particularly Paul Dirac.

Enjoy watching!

## Man and Woman Funny Math

I got this from Facebook and I think this is one of the mathematics that will make us relax a bit and put some grin on our faces. NO OFFENSE meant.

Handsome Man + Ugly Woman = She’s rich.

Ugly Man + Pretty Woman = He’s rich.

Handsome Man + Pretty Woman = Gonna break up soon.

Ugly Man + Ugly Woman = Gonna have a ‘beautiful’ son.

Ugly Man + Ugly Man = Friends

Handsome Man + Handsome Man = Gays

Ugly Woman + Pretty Woman = Friends

Ugly Woman + Ugly Woman = Gays

Ugly Man + Handsome Man = Friends

Pretty Woman + Pretty Woman = Enemies

A Mathy Christmas to all!