Mathematicians' Mental Marvels

Meet the geniuses who solved it all in their head. Well, almost all.

Carl Friedrich Gauss: 2nd Most

Gauss solved the Quadratic Formula in 3.14 seconds without breaking a sweat.

Russell E. Eastwick: The Solved-est of Them All

This math whiz solved 17 equations simultaneously while blindfolded.

Albert Einstein: The Not-So-Brilliant

Despite his notorious love of socks, Einstein managed to solve E=mc^2, but only after 17 failed attempts.

Why Gauss Never Solved for Solutions

Gauss's love for fine wine and German beer often got the better of him.