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The 10 Equations That Rule the World - With David Sumpter

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Mathematics Courses Finance Courses Personal Development Courses Data Analysis Courses Social Media Courses Logistic Regression Courses Conspiracy Theories Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the power of mathematics in everyday life through this Royal Institution lecture. Delve into how 10 key equations can be applied to various aspects of life, from social media algorithms to personal relationships. Learn about logistic regression, data analysis, and mathematical models for decision-making. Discover how these equations can be used to understand viral content, financial strategies, and even conspiracy theories. Gain insights into the mathematics behind social media platforms like Instagram and how algorithms shape our online experiences. Examine the potential of mathematical thinking for personal development, societal issues, and social activism. Uncover the hidden mathematical patterns that influence our daily choices and long-term outcomes in this thought-provoking presentation by Professor David Sumpter.

Syllabus

Intro
The Illuminati
The Da Vinci Code
Poll Question 1
Data
Odds
Logistic Regression
Football
Conspiracy theories
The 10 equations
The idea model
Love life
Social media
Moonshots
Next up
Instagram
The Poll
The Algorithm
The Learning Equation
Take Back Control
Instagram Priority
lena
other equations
society
personal development
finance companies
mathematics for social activism


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The Royal Institution

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