Finding X - University of Chicago - Supplemental

Hello, essayforum.

I'm applying to University of Chicago out of many. One of the supplements I am interested in is:
1) Find x. (inspired by Benjamin Nuzzo)

Finding "x" can be in the eye of the beholder, yes? Meaning, I can write whatever I wish to incorporate the finding of x.

Excuse me for this thread post...my dad is strongly arguing against me that it is incredibly difficult.

My idea is that x can be found everywhere, as x represents the duality of humanity (males, females, chromosomes before they pull apart after being copied.)

Is my path of thought completely off?

Also, what is a good word max limit for these essays? I'm assuming 750, but...

Thank you very much.

I think that topic is very interesting and you can use it in comparisons from math, biology, and the real world. Admissions essays are usually 250 words.

The beautiful thing about "finding x" is that it can be whatever you want it to be! I'm also applying to UChicago & chose the same topic. Remember to be creative- "x" can be a destination, a variable, a goal in life, etc. Chicago wants approx. 500 words for their essay. Good luck!

Well, solving for x involves particular processes -- reducing to simplest terms, observing proper order of operations, and so forth. This should probably be full of math metaphors! :-)