1 = -1 [Bogus Proofs]

2,466 views · Published 17 December 2018 · 2:02 · Indexed 12 October 2026

Channel: Center of Math · 2018 · Film & Animation

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In this video we prove that 1 = -1. Can you find the error?

For a typed transcript of this proof check out our blog: 
https://centerofmathematics.blogspot.com/2018/12/bogus-proofs.html

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