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Question 276782: what was the name of the first word problem that was ever invented and where was it made and is the person that discovered math still alive
Found 2 solutions by nyc_function, Alan3354:
Answer by nyc_function(2741) About Me  (Show Source):
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Try the following link to find your answer:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Word_problem_(mathematics_education)
There is also a word problem (an application) given by God to Noah in terms of building the ark needed before the big flood came. Check out the Bible as well in your search.
nycfunction@yahoo.com
Guido

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It was, "Why is a duck so much alike?"
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Math has been "discovered" by millions of people.