Being Wrong Often and Admitting It Kun: “Mathematicians, regardless of who is actually right, [are] not only willing to accept they’re wrong, but eager enough to radically switch sides when they see the potential for a flaw in their argument.” Warnick: “Mathematicians leave their ego at home.” Exercise: Consider the claim, “we should teach handwriting in school.” With your neighbor, each pick a side and start arguing When one of you gets stuck, switch sides See how long you can keep going