What subject did Ernő Rubik use the cube to teach?
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Algebraic group theory
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Answer
The answer is algebraic group theory. Ernő Rubik, a Hungarian sculptor and professor of architecture, invented the Rubik's Cube in 1974 as a teaching aid for his students to help them understand three-dimensional structures and spatial relationships. However, it gained global recognition as a popular puzzle, with competitions and championships dedicated to solving it in the fastest time.
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