Mathematicians just love to make things unnecessarily confusing. First we have π (pi) at 3.14159... which is fine. Then some wise guy introduces τ (tau) as 2π because "it's more natural for circles." But the real galaxy brain move? Creating a symbol that equals π/2! Why stop there? Let's make symbols for π/3, π/4, and π to the power of π! Next semester's textbooks will need their own glossary just for circle constants. And they wonder why students develop math anxiety...
It's Notationally Consistent
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