2026-04-20
11 分钟Have you ever wondered what's the best glass shape to drink beer out of?
And why do elevators always seem to be going the opposite direction when you need them the most?
And how are you supposed to cut pizza fairly if the toppings are all in different places?
These questions and many more can be answered with math.
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