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“From the three, you then use one to make eight ones. You add those ones to the three, and you get one-three base eight, or, in other words, In base ten you have eleven, and you take away seven. And seven from eleven is four. Now go back to the sixty-fours, you're left with two.”

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Tom Lehrer
Tom Lehrer

Tom Lehrer is an American singer-songwriter and mathematician. His musical career began in the 1950s, and he is known for his satirical songs. Lehrer's work is characterized by its wit and humor, and his dual talent in music and mathematics makes him a unique artist. more

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