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Futurama writer created mathematical theorem for the show (lemmy.world)

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[–] [email protected] 18 points 2 years ago

The episode is based on a body swap scenario in which no pair of bodies can swap minds more than once. The proof demonstrates that after any sequence of mind switches, each mind can be returned to its original body by using two additional individuals who have not yet swapped minds with anyone.

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