Humble Pi: When Math Goes Awry
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The Fun and Fumbles of Counting Years and Measurement Confusion
This chapter humorously examines the peculiarities of counting birthdays, especially the mix-up of ages as one approaches a milestone. It also highlights a historical incident involving a flight error caused by a misunderstanding of measurement systems, illustrating the critical need for precision in calculations.
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