but i dont like learning definitions and basic stuffs. is it all right if i just take an unsolved matheamtical proble and start working on it even though i dont know some basic things in mathematics. But i think if i try to solve an unsolved problem straight away it ll be easy for me to learn things .
2006-08-02 05:10:08 · 20 answers · asked by sajesh.k 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics
It is all right? Sure! I wouldn't expect to get anywhere, though. The reason mathematicians define things is so they can actually know what they are talking about. If you don't know the definition of a prime, you won't understand what Goldbach's conjecture asks. If you don't know what a perfect number is, you won't be able to show whether there are any odd ones. If you don't know what a fundamental group is and what a 3-manifold is, you won't even understand what Poincare's conjecture asks, let alone have a chance of solving it.
2006-08-02 09:52:33 · answer #1 · answered by mathematician 7 · 7⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I think it is quite alright to start working on an unsolved math problem, as long as you know the definitions of all the terms involved.
The problems are there for everyone. I warn you, though, that the easiest to state unsolved problems are often the hardest. In any case, I do find that research gives one a healthy perspective which makes learning basic stuff much more pleasant.
Good luck.
2006-08-02 06:48:50 · answer #2 · answered by Steven S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a great idea! I'd like to be one of the world's greatest pianists, too, but I don't know much about music theory. Maybe if I bang on the keys long enough, I'll be able to compose something as beautiful to behold as an elegant mathematical formula or proof... something that makes millions of people want to spend $20 on my newest CD of the greatest piano playing, ever. You know, if I try it, I just might pick up a few things about basic music theory along the way.
2006-08-02 05:15:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-27 20:51:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should become familiar with some the basic stuff.
And play then play around.
Maybe a good way to approach what your after is to take a crack at a problem and if it seems cumbersome learn what you need to know to do it. But always challenge your self just a bit more then what you have learned.
2006-08-02 05:17:53 · answer #5 · answered by position28 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't build a sky scraper without a strong foundation. I don't all mean to discourage you (quite the opposite), but you'll have to know how to do the basic things before you can revolutionize mathematics.
The more you get into math, the more interesting it becomes. Start small and before you know it you'll be wondering why it used to be such a big deal.
2006-08-02 05:15:43 · answer #6 · answered by mike_w40 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
so u dont like learning definitions....hmmm...dear i'll give u a very good advice, not joking , serious...........u know all gr8 people r very much like u, they dont like learning the already stated facts & definitions. So try developing theories instead of going after the stated ones, discover new facts, define new theories & carry on.. my best wishes to u
2006-08-02 05:19:40 · answer #7 · answered by dileep 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want to be a mathmatician you write but then directly after that you say....But I don't like learning definitions and the basic stuff?!? Well you're definately not going to wanna be a mathmatician then
2006-08-02 05:14:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I once was a great mathematician but I lost my magical calculator and now I'm just your average American.
Good luck in your journey.
2006-08-02 05:16:12 · answer #9 · answered by Tommy vercetti 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cant solve certain problems without knowing the basics..
For example, could you figure out this one without knowing the quadratic equation?
5x^2+3x-7=0
What does x equal?
2006-08-02 05:16:48 · answer #10 · answered by Cowpoke 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋