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The Pascal's Triangle, 2004.
This paper discusses the life of Blaise Pascal and Pascal's Triangle.
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that the mathematical formula known as "Pascal's Triangle" was simultaneously discovered centuries before Pascal by the Chinese and the Persians; it was even mentioned by Omar Khayyam centuries before Pascal. Pascal, however, one of the world's most famous mathematicians, was the first "modern" mathematician to realize the true potential of the formula and apply it. The author points out that Pascal's Triangle contributed to the understanding of probabilities, which led to the development of "average gain" or "probable gain" formulas that are still used extensively in business and industry. The paper relates that there is one problem with Pascal's formula: as the numbers increase, the triangle takes much longer to solve, and the formula becomes ungainly, but mathematicians have learned to cope with the formula and have created alternates that let them work with the numbers more effectively. Formula included.
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"The mathematical formula known as "Pascal's Triangle" has long been attributed to the great mathematician and philosopher, Blaise Pascal, who lived in France during the 17th century. Pascal only lived to be thirty-nine years old, but during his lifetime, he made significant achievements in mathematics and philosophy, and may be most well known for the mathematical formula of Pascal's Triangle, which he did not invent, but has long received credit for inventing. Pascal was a bright child, who created the first known type of automatic calculator at the age of nineteen, and invented the modern-day barometer before he turned thirty-one."
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Bermuda Triangle, 2005.
A discussion on whether the Bermuda Triangle can be considered a 'triangle of death' or a gateway to new life.
3,478 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 98.95
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This paper aims to prove that the disappearance of all ships and planes over the Bermuda Triangle immediately suggests the presence of paranormal activities. Thus, it is impossible for anything, or anybody, that has ever crossed the Triangle to disappear without leaving any trace behind without there being some paranormal dimension to the question. After convincing the non-scientist reader that the activities that have occurred within the Triangle are paranormal, it seeks to convince them of scientific evidence that argues the Triangle to be a gateway to a different world.
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"Since the disappearance of Flight 19, more than 100 ships and planes crossing the Bermuda Triangle, an area of sea close to the Bermuda Islands in the Pacific, have met with a similar fate, without a single body or a piece of wreckage ever being found (Berlitz 1). In 26 years, 1000 people crossed the Triangle and all vanished (Berlitz 1). As a result, very thorough studies and researches have been carried out into the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, in the hope of finding a scientific answer to the disappearances of all those who have ever crossed the Bermuda Triangle."
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The Devil's Triangle, 2004.
A look at the mystery surrounding the Devil's Triangle, a triangular area of ocean located off the southeastern Atlantic coast of Florida.
1,215 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper is about the Devil's Triangle, a mysterious triangle of ocean associated with the disappearances of many ships, planes, and small boats. The paper describes records showing that over 1,000 vessels have inexplicably been lost in this area of ocean and highlights some of the more recent ships and planes that have disappeared there. The paper also looks at the the explanation given by scientists for these disappearances and points out that none of these explanations fully accounts for all the losses.
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"Some scientists believe that violent, unexpected storms or downward air currents destroyed the ships and planes. Swift ocean currents may then have swept the wreckage far from where the craft disappeared. Hurricanes, extreme storms, and violent seas are considered the main killers in this area of the world, but it remains unexplained how over the past 100 years, more than 1000 ships have vanished without a trace in the Bermuda Triangle. Each incident occurred without any warnings, distress calls, or even leaving signs of ship wreckage. Berlitz (1974) has reported that since 1945, over 100 ships and aircraft all carrying over 1,000 people have mysteriously disappeared while traveling within the area of the Triangle. His writings include reports of strangely spinning compasses and unexplained electrical failures aboard ships and planes crossing the triangle. Those who have traveled through this part of the Atlantic have noted great waterspouts and baffling stretches of ?white water?. This activity can be documented as far back as Christopher Columbus in the late 16th century."
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The Rhetorical Triangle, 2008.
This paper explains the application of the rhetorical triangle in the writing of argumentative essays.
840 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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The paper discusses the function and significance of the rhetorical triangle's three elements: ethos, logos and pathos. The paper also shows how a well-rounded argument is not possible unless each of these components is in place. Moreover, the paper emphasizes how if a writer is not mindful of the rhetorical triangle, his or her efforts to influence others is usually doomed to failure.
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"The Rhetorical Triangle or Aristotelian Triad is often misunderstood by students for no other reason than they are not used to applying it when writing argumentative essays. Be that as it may, it is important to understand how to use the Rhetorical Triangle and each of its component parts for no other reason than that, if you cannot, someone who is arguing against you might be able to do so - and that could lead to their ideas, and not yours, gaining pre-eminence. To start with, the Rhetorical Triangle has three parts - the ethos, the logos, and the pathos. The first element is basically how the writer presents him or herself: does he or she engage in "cheapshots?" Is the writer well-informed and balanced in his/her assessment of the topic? Is there an effort to establish a "common ground" with the reader? "
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Japan's Dragon Triangle, 2008.
An analysis of how one might go about solving the mysteries of Japan's Golden Triangle.
1,412 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines the claims that sea vessels have been recorded missing in Japan's Dragon Triangle for more than 3000 years and how a series of unexplainable events, which are beyond the powers of us mere mortals to create, has led to the development of sensational theories, some of which have even found their way into the folk lore of the Japanese people. The paper then uses the formula presented in Theodre Schick and Lewis Vaughn's book, "How to Think about Weird Things", to try to shed some light on this phenomena. The paper claims that by using the tool provided by Schick and Vaughn, we might derive some logical conclusions and help clear the myths relating to such mysteries.
Outline:
State the Claim
Examine the Evidence for the Claim
Consider Alternative Hypothesis
Rate, According to the Criteria of Adequacy, Each Hypothesis
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"Stating the claim is inevitable, as without stating any claim it would be impossible to examine its relevance and credibility. So it is absolutely necessary to state the claim clearly and specifically. Claims which are vague tend to mislead people and draw them away from the real purpose. In our case, of the dragon triangle, it is claimed that: Ships/ Sea vessels have been recorded missing in the triangle for more than 3000 years, huge unexpected waves, seaquakes, whirlpools and sudden change in climate, malfunction of navigational equipments such as compass deviation, non-function of radios and loss of control of vessels so on and so forth."
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The Bermuda Triangle: Myth or Mystery?, 2004.
Discusses the different theories about the Bermuda Triangle and the disappearances that have occurred there.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper discusses some of the strange disappearances that have taken place in the geographic area known as the Bermuda Triangle and explores the different theories that have been asserted to explain these disappearances.
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"A variety of grim nicknames have been used to describe this area of the Atlantic Ocean over the past forty years, such as: the Devil?s Triangle, the Hoodoo Sea and the Limbo of the Lost. The most commonly used name, the Bermuda Triangle, was coined by researcher and author Vincent Gaddis in 1964 in his article, ?The Deadly Bermuda Triangle?."
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The Bermuda Triangle, 2002.
A discussion surrounding the mystery of the feared Bermuda Triangle.
4,085 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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This paper presents a geographical explanation of the Bermuda Triangle. It then examines the history of this mystery and mentions several disasters or unexplained events that have happened in the skies and waters of this area. The paper also discusses the literature available on these mysteries and the form of documentation.
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"The Bermuda Triangle is a region in the Caribbean believed to contain some mystery which causes ships and planes to disappear at a higher rate than in other regions of the globe. The idea of a Bermuda Triangle is of relatively recent origin, though researchers have identified many disappearances from the area dating back centuries. The greatest part of the mystery is the question of whether there is a mystery at all, for many scientists state that the rate of disappearances in the region is no any higher than in other similar areas and that there is no reason for the speculation about everything from satanic influences to extraterrestrials in the area. Both sides of the question will be considered here."
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Thailand's Economic Crisis & The Triangle of Impossibility Economic Model, 1997.
Detailed analysis of Thailand's 1997 financial crisis. Discusses the "Triangle of Impossibility" model, which consists of a fixed currency rate, free capital movement, & an independent monetary policy.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 13 sources, $ 79.95
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" Thailand's Economic Crisis and the
"Triangle of Impossibility" Economic Model
Introduction
The "Triangle of Impossibility" economic model theorizes that it is dangerous, if not impossible for a small economy to maintain three desirable (politically) yet contradictory national goals. When it does, the end result is a macroeconomic crisis like the one currently going on in Thailand today (Na Thalang, 1997, 14). The three paths that Thailand is pursuing, suggests Na Thalang, are a fixed foreign exchange regime, free capital movement, and an independent monetary policy. After a brief economic snapshot of Thailand, these three divergent paths will be explored to determine if: A) the theory is valid, and B) if it.."
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Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, 2003.
Discussion of the tragic 1911 New York City fire.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 63.95
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Discusses the events leading up to the fire, sociological and labor factors, the exploitation of female garment industry workers, the lack of proper building codes, and the role of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union.
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"This study will examine the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in New York in 1911, in the context of both the strikes and sociological factors at play in the events leading up to the fire, and the legislation which resulted in part because of that tragic ..."
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Bermuda Triangle, 1994.
An argument that the disappearances of ships and planes in the Atlantic Ocean region are not caused by paranormal interference.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, $ 47.95
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"The area of the Atlantic Ocean designated The Bermuda Triangle is so named because one of its corner points is the island of Bermuda. The Devil's Triangle, a popular alternative name for the area, has been examined extensively by journalists and filmmakers seeking either an insight into paranormal happenings attributed to the region or in need of a quick story to legitimize tax deduction expenses claimed for vacation trips to the locale. In either event, the stories abound. By the same token, the proliferation of stories means that Bermuda Triangle mysteries represent a small cottage industry wherein fact and fabrication are often inextricably melded. Are there natural explanations for the many ships and planes lost in the Bermuda Triangle, or are paranormal activities in evidence here? This paper will refute the claims to paranormal interference in human..."
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Triangle Shirtwaist Company Fire of 1911, 1999.
Examines the historical context of New York City sweatshop tragedy & its impact on the labor movement.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 19 sources, $ 71.95
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"The purpose of this research is to examine the fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Company in New York City in 1911, as well as the legislative and cultural impact of the fire. The plan of the research will be to set forth the historical and cultural context in which the fire took place and the facts of the incident and then to discuss the fire's influence on American attitudes toward industrial and trade-union activity as well as on changes in the law affecting employer behavior and employee safety.
The nascent American trade-union movement in the waning years of the Progressive Era and the significant gap between rich and poor in that period loom in the background of the Triangle fire. Even though much of the power behind the extraordinary growth in material wealth in the U.S. was concentrated in the industrial east and in pockets of prosperity in the west, the.."
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Blaise Pascal, 2006.
An overview of the life and career of seventeenth century mathematical genius, Blaise Pascal.
1,317 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the life history of Blaise Pascal, born in France in 1662 and who died at the age of 39 from stomach cancer. The paper examines some of the great contributions made by Pacale to the maths field, including the first mathematical device, the creation of "Pascale's Triangle" and his theory of probability and causes.
Paper Outline:
A Genius is Born
Pascal's Education
Acceptance by the Mathematical Community
The Development of the Adding Machine and Other Experiments
Pascal's Triangle
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"When he turned fourteen, Pascal began to accompany his father to weekly geometrical discussions with what would later become the French Academy. The geometricians at these meetings included Roberval, Mersenne, Mydorge, Carcavi, Auzout, Mylon, Desargues and other's. The meetings were held at the home of Mersenne. Mersenne was a member of a religious order called the Minims. This is important, because later in his life Pascal would abandon math to study religion for several years."
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Love Triangles in ?The Canterbury Tales?, 2004.
Examines and compares examples of love triangles in Geoffrey Chaucer's classic work.
1,040 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses "The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer. Specifically, it compares and contrasts the element of a love triangle in several texts - the Knight's romance, the Miller's 'fabliau' and Franklyn's 'lai' - and discusses how the treatment of each triangle is appropriate/inappropriate for its genre. Each of these triangle tales is unique and fits its genre quite well, which shows Chaucer's great skill as a storyteller.
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"The Miller's Tale is quite representative of the times and of the established tradition of the fabliaux. It uses the characters to create a funny and amusing tale with moral overtones. The Knight might not see it the same way as the Miller, but that is part of the fun. The Miller pokes fun at the Knight's courtly romance, while amusing the rest of the travelers. He also underlines the differences between the travelers and their outlooks on life. Some are pious, some are pompous, and some are simply everyday people with their own problems and needs. The Miller, repugnant as he is, is still a person, and obviously he is on this journey for his own particular reasons."
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Pascal?s Wager, 2005.
This paper discusses Blaise Pascal's "wager", a fundamental philosophical argument defending belief in God.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that, through logical analysis based on a punishment-reward premise, Pascal shows that believing in God is preferable to not believing. The author points out that the argument is called a "wager" because Pascal phrases it as a sort of bet: The individual has a better chance of being rewarded through belief than through denial; therefore, Pascals' wager defends belief in God through reason and appeal to basic self-interest rather than through theological or mystical proofs. The paper states that, although Pascal's theory is compelling and cleverly worded, the wager has several rhetorical and logical flaws: For example, Pascal's vision is overtly monotheistic and his worldview is essentially dualistic; however, Pascal would not admit to the possibility of multiple Gods because the philosopher's stance was rooted in Christian apologetic literature.
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"Ironically, to promote belief in a Christian God, Pascal avoids a direct discussion of Christian theology. Doing so strengthens the appearance of logic and underscores the statistical evidence that Pascal uses to promote theism. However, the absence of any real appeal to mysticism or to matters of the heart ends up weakening the wager. Pascal neglects what could be powerful appeals to emotion, which are essential to most compelling arguments. Also, although Pascal avoids a direct discussion of Christian theology, the philosopher cannot help but insert phrases like "eternal life and happiness," which are written to stimulate an emotional response in the reader. Betting on God brings "eternal life and happiness," according to Pascal, and therefore, no reasonable sane person would not believe in God."
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Montaigne and Pascal, 2002.
A comparison of the views of Montaigne and Pascal.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the views of Montaigne and Pascal. It explores the beliefs that are written in Montaigne's "Of Repentance" and Pascal's "Man in Ignorance of God." Overall, Montaigne stresses the existence of a moral structure inside every human being, while Pascal stresses the importance of thought in human beings.
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