Mathematical trivia

Question 1

Factor completely the following mathematical expression:

Accepted Answer

3x(3x - y)

Question 2

Maths!! What is 18x12?

Accepted Answer

216

Question 3

(True or False) Check the mathematical equation if correct.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

What is the name of this mathematical formula?

Accepted Answer

Quadratic

Question 5

The symbol for pi (π) has been used regularly in its mathematical sense for the past

Accepted Answer

250 years

Question 6

Which is not a valid mathematical equation involving π?

Accepted Answer

2π × 3π = 6π

Question 7

0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, ... illustrates what mathematical principle?

Accepted Answer

Fibonacci Sequence

Question 8

Why are mathematical models important?

Accepted Answer

they are especially useful in situations with many variables

Question 9

True or False: Pi is the most recognized mathematical constant in the world.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 10

What is the mathematical concept typically involving 3 overlapping circles?

Accepted Answer

Venn Diagram

Question 11

What does S.F. stand for in GCSE maths?

Accepted Answer

Significant Figures

Question 12

What is this mathematical model called?

Accepted Answer

number bond

Question 13

Pythagoras discovered important mathematical principles in which field of study?

Accepted Answer

Geometry

Question 14

Who appears to be better at maths?

Accepted Answer

Girls

Question 15

Who, in 1706, gave the greek letter "π" its current mathematical definition?

Accepted Answer

William Jones

Question 16

Which of these movies had a error in a mathematical formula stated in one of its final scenes?

Accepted Answer

The Wizard of Oz

Question 17

(True or False) Check the mathematical equation if correct.

Accepted Answer

True

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