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22 July, 2010 at 10:31 am
Richard
Theorem. This is simply => impossible really die <= : this would be truly UNTHINKABLE.
The desired result follows immediately. Q.E.D.
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You are truly a marvel of industry and insight: enjoy your (terrifically well-deserved) vacation!
22 July, 2010 at 11:02 am
Anonymous
Enjoy your vacation Dear Prof. Tao.
We are looking forward to reading your great block posts.
22 July, 2010 at 11:46 am
patzer
have a great vacation –
your blog brings much joy to all the people
with an interest in math
25 July, 2010 at 3:42 am
Researcher
Have a great vacation!
13 August, 2010 at 1:27 am
Anonymous
I see you’re keeping busy with that P/NP proof. I hope it didn’t interrupt your vacation!
18 August, 2010 at 7:28 am
dream
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18 August, 2010 at 7:33 am
dream
i hope you can reply me, thank you very much!!have a good vacation!!!