How many mathematicians does it take to screw in a light bulb?

One. He gives it to six Californians, thereby reducing the problem to an earlier joke...

In earlier work, Wiener [1] has shown that one mathematician can change a light bulb.

If k mathematicians can change a light bulb, and if one more simply watches them do it, then k+1 mathematicians will have changed the light bulb.

Therefore, by induction, for all n in the positive integers, n mathematicians can change a light bulb.

Bibliography:

[1] Wiener, Matthew P., <11485@ucbvax>, Re: YALBJ, 1986
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Why do chemists enjoy working with ammonia?

Because it's pretty basic stuff.
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What did the bartender say when oxygen, hydrogen, sulfur, sodium, and phosphorous walked into his bar?

OH SNaP!
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What do sea monsters eat for lunch?

Fish and ships.
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Which 2 food groups make up Donald Trumps diet?

Meat and Democrats!
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What has a bed that you can't sleep in?

A river.
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What did the farmer call the cow that would not give him any milk?

An udder failure.
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Why do you think Civil Disobedience was such a fantastic essay?

Thoreau editing Thorough.
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Why is slippery ice like music?

If you don't C sharp - you'll B flat!

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What's a dog's favorite food for breakfast?

Pooched eggs.
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