<|im_start|>user
Why does 1 + 1 = 2? Why isn't it 3? Is there some world out there that 1 + 1 would be 3?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
The reason why 1 + 1 equals 2 is because of the fundamental principles of mathematics. The concept of addition is based on the understanding that when two numbers are combined, the resulting sum is greater than either of the individual numbers. This principle holds true across all mathematical systems and in any world where these principles apply, 1 + 1 would always equal 2.<|im_end|>
