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Hmm, This reminds me a lot like Zenos paradox. Also, I’d like to understand how if we can say 99.999... is = 100, wouldn’t we also be able to say 99.9999888999
by novacole 6y ago
Hmm, This reminds me a lot like Zenos paradox.
Also, I’d like to understand how if we can say 99.999... is = 100, wouldn’t we also be able to say 99.9999888999... = 99.9999..., and therefore also just 100? And so on?
- gspr 6y ago> Also, I’d like to understand how if we can say 99.999... is = 100, wouldn’t we also be able to say 99.9999888999... = 99.9999..., and therefore also just 100? And so on? You've just introduced a novel symbol into the discussion. What is the definition of 99.9999888999...? Before anyone can answer what it equals, you must define it. Recall that if the digits repeat, we already have a definition, so that case is fine. Your case is not à priori well-defined.