Step-by-Step Math

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Explore center-inspired explanations, visual math models, and take-home ideas for students.

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intermediate

The Pythagorean Identity

One of the most important trigonometric identities

A simple visual proof of the Pythagorean identity.

$\sin^2\theta + \cos^2\theta = 1$

By Max March 3, 2026 3 min

advanced

Reflecting Points Across a Line

Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Trust the Process

A walkthrough of reflecting points across a line, with interactive visualizations.

$y=mx+b$

By Max February 28, 2026 25 min

intermediate

Are You Interested Yet?

The basics of interest and Euler's number

A walkthrough of simple interest, compound interest, continuous compounding, and Euler's number.

$A = P\left(1 + \frac{r}{n}\right)^{nt}$

By Max February 27, 2026 15 min