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| 2 | 28% | 13 | A pattern in which the solution to a problem creates another problem, leading back to the original problem | |
| 3 | 28% | 6 | Motivational factors — they may be hard to keep data on | |
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EQUATION which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
EQUATION
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "EQUATION" which means:
- noun
- • A mathematical statement that two expressions are equal
- • A state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced
- • The act of regarding as equal
An example sentence would be:
- • "Solving the equation was challenging."
- • "The students were asked to solve a quadratic equation."
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| New York Times14 Sep 2023 | Down 10 | |
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