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Attribution note
No reliable primary or scholarly source confirms this exact wording as Albert Einstein's. It is widely circulated under his name and is listed as commonly attributed.
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This wording, beginning "Since the mathematicians have invaded the theory of relativity I…," circulates under Einstein's name and focuses on since, mathematicians, invaded. No strong source for the exact text was found, so the page presents it as commonly attributed while still explaining its practical connection to science and education.
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- Use "Since the mathematicians have invaded the theory of relativity I…" in a science discussion, then ask which concrete claim the wording makes.
- Compare its treatment of since with mathematicians in a lesson, essay, or editorial note before drawing a conclusion.
- Before sharing it as Einstein's exact words, display the attribution caveat and follow the evidence link recorded on the page.