Great Mathematical Myths

Mathematical myths have flourished throughout history: in this lecture Chris Budd considers some of them, such as those around the Golden Ratio.

A lecture by Chris Budd, Gresham Professor of Geometry
11 February 2020 1:00pm UK Time
https://www.gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/great-maths-myths

Mathematics is often thought of as being a dry and logical subject, and its conclusions are free from the vagaries of fashion and misconception. However this is far from the truth. Mathematical misunderstandings, or perhaps a misunderstanding of mathematical ideas and conclusions, can permeate the public consciousness, and once there survive for a long time. I will start by looking at the mythology that has gathered around the Golden Ratio, and also consider the fairness of cake-cutting, and changing choices in the Monty Hall problem.

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