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Square matrices can be thought of simply as transformation operators—rotation, translation, or shear (distortion). A 2x2 matrix transforms a set of 2D coordinates, a 3x3 matrix translates a set of 3D coordin...

Logarithms allow us to calculate and manipulate indices in relation to regular numbers. The key thing to remember is that " log x y " begs the question "which power of x gives y ". By thi...

Consumption - a reduction in interest rates means that the cost of borrowing money for consumers is lower. This means that consumers demand more money in order to consume. Large purchases become relatively c...

It has long been said that money dominates politics in the US, due to its diverse nature, and the inability to reform campaign finance effectively. This has led to multi-billion dollar election campaigns, 20...

The end of the “Solid South” in US politics provided a catalyst for the growing polarisation between the two major parties, the Democrats and the Republicans, the ideological coalescence within them becoming...