People Falsely Attribute Phi To Too Many Ratios

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People Falsely Attribute Phi To Too Many Ratios

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The math nerds are at it again! This meme perfectly skewers those overeager enthusiasts who see the golden ratio (φ ≈ 1.618) in everything from seashells to galaxies... and apparently the American flag?

One guy is freaking out because he thinks the flag's 3:2 aspect ratio is "literally" the golden ratio, while his friend is excitedly pointing out this mathematical "discovery." But here's the punchline - 3/2 = 1.5, which isn't even close to φ!

It's the perfect satire of pseudo-scientific pattern-seeking where people force-fit the golden ratio into places it doesn't belong. Next thing you know, they'll be measuring their coffee mugs and claiming divine mathematical harmony!

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