Mathematics Debate

The cluster centers on arguments about the role, validity, and applicability of mathematics, with commenters often sarcastically defending math against dismissals or claims that downplay its importance.

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Sample Comments

wizzwizz4 May 18, 2021 View on HN

Tell that to the mathematicians.

sjg007 Jul 8, 2021 View on HN

Psssh.. it's all math.

tech_ken Oct 25, 2023 View on HN

Can't speak to that one! Just interested in the math

WithinReason May 8, 2022 View on HN

Now say this to a mathematician and see what happens

wwasilev Feb 5, 2019 View on HN

Don't do math! Math will change you! ;)

Domenic_S Aug 23, 2022 View on HN

Would be interested in your math.

aledalgrande Dec 26, 2019 View on HN

Could you elaborate on The Math?

davidgerard Nov 27, 2013 View on HN

You're arguing with mathematics here.

recursive Sep 12, 2014 View on HN

That's maybe helpful for mathemticians.

Muzza Oct 24, 2010 View on HN

I don't see how it's anti-math.