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OUTLINE:0:00 - Introduction0:23 - What is beautiful about mathematics?9:12 - How difficult should math really be?17:31 - Students giving up on math28:52 - Improving math education in schools38:49 - Inspiring mathematical creativity56:35 - youcubed1:00:55 - Best methods for studying math1:21:29 - Advice for young people

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