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The Pigeon Hole Principle - 7 Gorgeous Proofs

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Explore seven fascinating applications of the Pigeon Hole Principle in mathematics through this 34-minute video. Delve into intriguing problems such as the hairy twins puzzle, pigeons on a sphere, recurring decimals, party mathematics, a Rubik's cube property, an International Mathematical Olympiad challenge, and a renowned mathematical card trick. Learn how this simple principle yields surprising and profound results across various mathematical domains, with each chapter offering a unique perspective on its versatility and power.

Syllabus

​ Intro.
​ Chapter 1: Hairy twins.
​ Chapter 2: Five pigeons on a sphere.
​ Chapter 3: Repeating decimals.
Chapter 4: Partying pigeons.
​ Chapter 5: Repeating Rubik.
​ Chapter 6: Pigeons at the Olympiad.
Chapter 7: The best mathematical card trick ever.
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