What was the math problem Matt Damon's character solved as a janitor in an early scene in Good Will Hunting?

In the opening scene of the movie Good Will Hunting, Matt Damon's character, Will Hunting, is working as a janitor at MIT. While cleaning a blackboard in a classroom, he notices a complex mathematical problem written on it. Despite not having any formal training in mathematics, Will solves the problem effortlessly, impressing Professor Gerald Lambeau (Stellan Skarsgård), who had written it as a challenge for his students.

The math problem that Will solves is a complex one involving elliptic integrals. It was originally posed by the mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan in 1916. The problem had remained unsolved for over 70 years before Will solved it in the movie.

Related Questions

  1. What is the name of the professor who recognizes Will's mathematical ability? - Gerald Lambeau
  2. What is the name of the janitor who solves the math problem? - Will Hunting
  3. What is the mathematical problem that Will solves? - An elliptic integral
  4. What is the name of the movie in which Will Hunting solves the math problem? - Good Will Hunting
  5. Who directed "Good Will Hunting"? - Gus Van Sant

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