Megathread Math equation mega Thread

[Matty Matty]

Post a random equation I'm studying for a Exam and need to lock my brain as it's FRIED

 

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(a + b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2

 

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slope method: x2 - x1/y1 - y2

 

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e = mc^2

 

[The WifeThe Wife is verified member.]

Psychologists use the following as a formula for anxiety:

Anxiety Intensity = (Perceived Threat)(Perceived Probability) / (Perceived Coping Ability)(Perceived Rescue Factors)

 

[God]

Psychologists use the following as a formula for anxiety:

Anxiety Intensity = (Perceived Threat)(Perceived Probability) / (Perceived Coping Ability)(Perceived Rescue Factors)

what does probability refer to here? the probability of the threat affecting you?

 

[The WifeThe Wife is verified member.]

what does probability refer to here? the probability of the threat affecting you?

Correct. Either it directly impacting you or occurring.

Hitting a car learning to parallel park = Low threat but high probability
Commercial plane crashing = high threat but low probability

 

[God]

Correct. Either it directly impacting you or occurring.

Hitting a car learning to parallel park = Low threat but high probability
Commercial plane crashing = high threat but low probability

The equation basically proves that being delusional is the best way to live your life. If you genuinely believe you can overcome everything (maxing your 'cope' factor) then both perceived threat and probability basically cease to exist, therefore anxiety does aswell.

 

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Psychologists use the following as a formula for anxiety:

Anxiety Intensity = (Perceived Threat)(Perceived Probability) / (Perceived Coping Ability)(Perceived Rescue Factors)