When Math Class Goes From Zero To Impossible

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When Math Class Goes From Zero To Impossible

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The mathematical escalation is real! First panel shows the Pythagorean theorem (3²+4²=5²) - a mathematical classic we all know and love. Second panel kicks it up with Fermat's Last Theorem for cubes (3³+4³+5³=6³), which is actually false but looks convincing enough to trick students. Then the third panel hits with that 3⁴+4⁴+5⁴+6⁴=7⁴ equation that has the student completely baffled!

Fun fact: While the Pythagorean equation is legit (9+16=25), the other equations are mathematical trolling at its finest. The third one isn't even close to true! It's the perfect representation of that moment in math class when you think you understand the pattern, then the teacher drops an impossible problem that makes your brain short-circuit. Mathematical trauma in three panels!

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