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Pizza theorem (en.wikipedia.org)

submitted 4 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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This is what happens when you ask a mathematician to find a way to fairly divide a pizza. As of a few years ago, we now also know this works for 4D pizzas as well!

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

The amount of topping and crust is the same for the sum of all even pieces (#2, #4, #6 and #8) as well as the odd pieces (#1, #3, #5 and #7). Thus, both persons who share their pizza get the (exact) equal amount.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Oh I fully understand the supporting math and also specifically mentioned that it's not quantity that I care about. Not to mention that the math assumes each person would eat all of their slices.

But tell me there isn't a single slice in that thumbnail that you wouldn't immediately go for over literally every other slice available.

I would take that one big slice and call it a day.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 4 months ago

Sure, of course. Yet, I'd go for the two smaller pieces, as they're easier to hold in hand.