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 # mathgenerator
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+![PyPI download month](https://img.shields.io/pypi/dm/mathgenerator?label=PyPI%20downloads)
 
 A math problem generator, created for the purpose of giving self-studying students and teaching organizations the means to easily get access to random math problems to suit their needs.