A simple equation that behaves weirdly - Numberphile

Michael Magee explores a seemingly simple equation with hidden depths... And delves into Vieta jumping (or root flipping). More links & stuff in full description below ↓↓↓ More from the Leverhulme Trust at: https://www.leverhulme.ac.uk (episode supporter) Michael's Leverhulme Prize: https://www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/phi... Michael Magee is based at Durham University: http://www.mmagee.net Videos about the legendary question six from the IMO:    • The Legend of Question Six - Numberphile      • The Notorious Question Six (cracked by Ind...   Patreon:   / numberphile   Numberphile is supported by Jane Street. Learn more about them (and exciting career opportunities) at: https://bit.ly/numberphile-janestreet We are also grateful for support from Ben Delo. NUMBERPHILE Website: http://www.numberphile.com/ Videos by Brady Haran Numberphile T-Shirts and Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/numberphile Brady's videos subreddit:   / bradyharan   Brady's latest videos across all channels: http://www.bradyharanblog.com/ Sign up for (occasional) emails: http://eepurl.com/YdjL9