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[curingidiocy]

[ This sure is a unique network post. You might even think it's some sort of spam message, until you look carefully and see that it is indeed sent by one of the Outsiders on base, one (1) Veritas Ratio. Still.... ]

Notice of Examination Period: May 13-14

On May 13-14, students will be undergoing written exams to assess their level of knowledge in certain subjects. The exams will be taking place in a cordoned section of the cafeteria during this period. Please refrain from entering the cafeteria if unnecessary, and keep noise levels to a minimum. There will be no restrictions during lunch period.

Below is the schedule of exams; plan your trips accordingly.


May 13
8:00-9:30 AM: Mathematics - Arithmetic, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra
10:00-11:30 AM: Mathematics - Statistics & Probability
1:30-3:00 PM: Mathematics - Calculus
3:30-5:00 PM: Economics

May 14
8:00-9:30 AM: Physics
10:00-11:30 AM: Chemistry
1:30-3:00 PM: Biology
3:30-5:00 PM: Environmental Sciences


These exams are diagnostic tests meant to inform further learning. Should you have an interest in educating yourself, direct your inquiries to me. The cut-off for requesting participation in these exams is 8 PM tonight.

Dr. Ratio
Professor, University of Veritas Prime
Intelligentsia Guild
Academic Representative of the Interastral Peace Corporation

Comments

[bowtography]

That'd be nice, except I don't know a thing about my past, so I wouldn't even know where to begin...
Maybe I'll luck out and smell something familiar by accident.

[curingidiocy]

That would not be impossible. You'd best hope you have luck on your side.

If you are otherwise seeking puzzles to exercise your brain, perhaps I could send you some differential equations, or perhaps you would prefer some basic engineering problems? Nothing that an undergraduate student couldn't solve.

[bowtography]

[ That sounds terrible.

But he does seem to be trying to help... ]

Maybe like... one or two to start with...

[curingidiocy]

[ Ping! He sends over an attachment containing a single question regarding engineering a solution to move water from a lower elevation to a higher one. The question asks for a solution requiring the least amount of energy, and to be reasonable with building materials.

Also included in the attachment are links to examples found on this planet, website pages that explain related concepts, and any equations March might need to work out the math.

It's a lot. Sorry March... ]

If this is too simple, let me know. I shall devise a more challenging problem immediately.

[bowtography]

No, no, this is perfect...
Thanks!

[ INWARDLY CRYING ]

[curingidiocy]

You are not obligated to, of course, but if you would like me to review your answer, feel free to send it to me at any time. It shouldn't take you more than an hour to devise a solution, which should give your mind plenty of exercise and keep it from dulling.

[ Too bad he can't sense her crying. He's simply pleased that March is willing to accept the problem he's sent. Perhaps he'd underestimated her after all. ]