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Dr. Bogus, a close friend of ours, during a long session at the Dixie Chicken restaurant, was doodling on a napkin and "proved" that all numbers are equal. This came as quite a surprise to us, and we have delayed his calling the president only until you can review his proof. Here is a translation of the napkin doodles

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In mathematics, all numbers are not equal. The rules of mathematics are universally valid and consistent across different cultures and time periods. Therefore, it is incorrect to claim that all numbers are equal.

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In mathematics, all numbers are not equal. The proof provided by Dr. Bogus on the napkin does not hold true. The rules of mathematics are universally valid and consistent across different cultures and time periods. For example, 1 + 1 will always equal 2, regardless of where or when it is being calculated. Therefore, it is incorrect to claim that all numbers are equal.

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