Is Missing a Minus Sign a Lesson in Attention to Detail or Wasted Time?

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In summary, discovering a breakthrough in research is an incredible feeling and yields successful results. Collaborating with other scientists leads to innovative ideas and attending conferences keeps you updated in your field. Finally, having your findings published in a prestigious journal is a huge accomplishment and allows for further dissemination of your work.
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...you've been working on a problem for hours just to realize that you missed a minus sign in the beginning and that makes the problem solvable in minutes. &$@*&$%*#%

Would you say that was a time well wasted or should that teach one pay more attention to details in the future?
 
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Would you say that was a time well wasted or should that teach one pay more attention to details in the future?

Both.
 

Related to Is Missing a Minus Sign a Lesson in Attention to Detail or Wasted Time?

1. Don't you just love it when you discover a breakthrough in your research?

Yes, it is an incredible feeling to uncover new knowledge and contribute to the scientific community.

2. Don't you just love it when your experiments yield successful results?

Absolutely! It is gratifying to see your hard work and hypotheses come to fruition.

3. Don't you just love it when you collaborate with other scientists?

Collaboration is essential in science and can lead to innovative ideas and solutions. It is always exciting to work with other experts in the field.

4. Don't you just love it when you attend a conference and learn about new research?

Conferences are a great opportunity to stay updated on the latest advancements in your field and network with other scientists.

5. Don't you just love it when your findings are published in a prestigious journal?

Yes, it is a huge accomplishment to have your research recognized and published in a reputable journal. It also allows for further dissemination of your work.

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