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Collatz Conjecture - The Interns' Inception

Offered By: Michael Penn via YouTube

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Number Theory Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating Collatz Conjecture in this 25-minute video lecture. Delve into the mathematical mystery that has puzzled experts for decades, starting with an introduction to the conjecture and its basic principles. Examine concrete examples to better understand the concept, followed by a loose argument supporting the conjecture. Investigate the expected value associated with the problem and discover how Gaussian integers relate to this intriguing mathematical puzzle. Conclude by exploring the concept of cycles within the Collatz Conjecture, gaining a comprehensive understanding of this captivating mathematical problem.

Syllabus

Intro
Collatz Conjecture
Example
Loose Argument
Expected Value
Gaussian Integers
Cycles


Taught by

Michael Penn

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