How Many Numbers Exist?

How Many Numbers Exist?

Well, obviously, there exist an infinite number of numbers. However, since this answer is infinitely boring, mathematicians have wondered for decades just how infinite that number is. Sounds confusing, but also somehow intriguing? Wait until you dive deeper.


From Weekly Filet #359, in August 2021.

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