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Really funny maths jokes: Myth?

fun maths Sep 25, 2016

"If you have 4 pencils and I ate 7 apples, how many pancakes will fit on the roof?"
"Purple, because aliens don't wear hats."

Is this how you see maths? Then you probably won't crack up while being told a maths joke. But are there really some funny ones? Even for non-mathematicians?

Yes, there are! I've done the research for you – prepare to laugh! =) (At least a bit.)

Unrivalled number one:

John has 32 candy bars. Then he eats 18 candy bars. What does John have now?
Cavities. John has cavities.

 This also explains what maths Is:

Maths: the only place where people buy 60 watermelons, and no one wonders why.

Or 72... Basically, unless you're throwing a watermelon party, in real life, it'll always be a bit suspicious...
But certainly funny - a LOT of people found this one funny, it seems:

Anway, here's another special maths problem:

Think of a number between 0 and 10. Add 32 to it. Multiply the sum by 2 and then subtract 1. Now close your eyes. It's dark, isn't it?

(Don't) try this with your teacher:

"Find x."
"Why? Do I look like a pirate searching for a hidden treasure?"

But if you're still fighting that bloody x, just make yourself clear:
"Dear maths, I'm sick and tired of finding your 'x'. Just accept the fact that she's gone. Move on, dude."

Romans nailed that anyway thousands of years ago:

Romans didn't find algebra very challenging because x was always 10.

Still didn't find any of them funny? If not, I don't blame you, because 5 out of 4 people have a problem understanding jokes about maths! =))

Either way, have a joyful rest of the day, with, or without maths.

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