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Why Study Mathematics?

First Things
April 17, 2023
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Kenneth J. Howell explores a fundamental question: why study mathematics? In First Things, the self-taught mathematician argues that if we continue to regard mathematics in purely utilitarian terms we will enmesh ourselves in an unwinnable debate over woke teaching. Math, Howell proposes, should be studied mainly for its eternal truth value. In so doing it can foster intellect in people of all races and aid in the development of human virtues.

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