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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. A showerthought should offer a unique perspective on an ordinary part of life.

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I wonder if Quantum computer could be used to solve hard math problems like Integrals. (lemmy.zip)

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Very simply:

A function defines a curve.
A derivative reveals the slope of that curve at a very specific point.
An integral reveals the area "under" the curve (the space bounded by the curve and the horizontal axis).

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 months ago

Well yeah in the simple case.

And then there's stochastics.