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Dec 21, 2011, 9:52 am
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Fractions are a necessary part of maths.
They come in many forms; improper, proper and mixed number.
Though improper and proper forms are direct in its presentation and interpretation, mixed number form may pose a potential mistake for young learners.
Example:
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Is this 2 + (3/4) or 2 x (3/... Comment - Like
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Nov 18, 2011, 4:42 am
Maths entails the usage of our brain juice in solving problems. It is a good platform for stretching our imagination and creativity by using simple concepts learned to handle seemingly complex maths questions.
Let's look at a "complex" simultaneous equations maths problem, and its way of solving (su... Comment - Like
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Oct 30, 2011, 11:23 am
Trigonometry is a fun topic in maths.
It generates curves more than many other topics.
By combining various trigonometrical functions, you can get interesting patterns on a graph.
Putting these functions on an algebraic expression produces even exciting diagram.
Below is one I created and an array o... Comment - Like
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Sep 9, 2011, 11:47 am
Math does not purely involve writing mathematical expression .
Sometime what you need is some logically deduction base on, of course, some mathematical principles.
Below is one good example of "deduction" type of math solving.
Let start the challenge, and have some fun!
Above you will find 3 square... Comment - Like
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May 25, 2011, 11:55 am
There are times when we cannot remember some simple formula for a maths application.
Or we have doubts to the some maths working especially when many parameters got involved.
I ave a simple tip.
Look at the units for the numerical item.
Example:
To calculate distance travelled by a vehicle, give... Comment - Like
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Mar 13, 2011, 12:07 pm
Graphs are wonderful thing in the learning of maths.
Not only does it reflects visual symptom or trend in data collected, it displays, if allowed, beautiful images.
This is possible if you allow you maths juice to go free and create mathematical expressions to your fancy and view them on a graph.
Be... Comment - Like
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Mar 5, 2011, 10:42 am
Solving of Simultaneous equations may require one common technique called "Elimination" method.
From the name, we know that it has to eliminate or remove something from the equations.
The target is one selected variable or unknown in the mathematical equations.
However, when approaching this method,... Comment - Like
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Jan 15, 2011, 11:01 am
In the learning of maths, questions grow challenging as one progress upwards.
One such example is the solving of simultaneous equations.
The easy type:
Solve for x and y using elimination method.
4x + 3y = 10 ---- (1)
3x + 4y = 11 ---- (2)
For the above problem can be solved easily by selecting a co... Comment - Like
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Dec 8, 2010, 10:48 am
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Algebraic expressions and equations normally come in integer or fraction form.
Examples:
1)Â 4x - 3 = x
2)Â (3/4)x - 3x = 1/(3x)
Simplification of the above examples will not pose much of a problem except maybe in the challenge of bringing the numbers and unknowns over the "equal" sign.
But al... Comment - Like
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Nov 22, 2010, 10:26 am
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Every thing falls back to basic.
If the fundamentals are weak, any maths learners will have a hard time moving forward in their maths learning journey.
Let me quote an example.
How do we change 4.75 to fraction.
We can use 475 / 100 and reduce it through long division. This will give 4 and 3/4.... Comment - Like
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Oct 2, 2010, 12:59 pm
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At elementary level in maths education, speed is always a challenging topic for learners.
It caught my attention and I started wondering why?
Many mistakes can be made when dealing with these types of questions.
After studying the various mistakes made by learners, I came to a few conclusion that ... Comment - Like
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Aug 1, 2010, 10:20 am
Shadows are every where. They are blockage of lights due to objects being opaque.
However, some shadows are unique.
Below shows an interesting shadow and a gorgeous one! Comment - Like
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Jun 13, 2010, 9:56 am
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Maths expression may at times look challenging, but a bit of a thought may make it otherwise.
Logarithm is always an exciting topics to new learners.
With the "log" coming into the maths expression, one will be confused.
Definitely!
But do rest assure, as the tip below shows.
Maths Tip
eln y = y
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Jun 1, 2010, 12:01 pm
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In using Model method of solving maths question, we are using visual blocks to scope our thinking. This is followed by analysis through the models.
Models become a link to our thinking process.
The demerit is when we did not create the Model properly, or miss out some details that cause the model ... Comment - Like
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May 27, 2010, 11:52 am
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Unknowns are literally unknowns.
In maths, these unknowns are a cuause formaths anxiety.
When you are in unfamiliar territory, you will naturally be uncomfortable and unease.
This is the same feelingwhen dealing with unknowns in maths.
Algebra came to the rescue for this problems.
Here, you will f... Comment - Like
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Apr 24, 2010, 6:21 am
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Mathematics equation can be fun.
It is not only used as a problem-solving tool, it can be used to create visual image simulating scene.
By trying a few equations, anyone with patience and basic maths knowledge can do it.
Simply create an expression or equation in a graph and tweet it to form any ... Comment - Like
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Apr 14, 2010, 11:30 am
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There are many symbols in maths.
To learn and understand maths, we need to know the meaning of the symbols.
This is very much like talking to a foreigner. Without understanding each other's language, no communication can be carried out (other than the international body language!)
Hence, knowing ... Comment - Like
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Apr 10, 2010, 3:41 am
Maths can be tricky when you are not careful.
This is not to frighten you, though.
This post is just to remind you of the wonderful aspect of maths in covering all areas.
Below is an example of what I meant.
Let's take the quadratic eqaution solving as a starting point
x2 = 5x
x = 5x / x Â... Comment - Like
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Apr 5, 2010, 11:34 am
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Simple simultaneous equation problem comes as 2 straight forward mathematical expressions.
Example 1:
3x + y = 4
x + 2y = 3
But some may come in odd expressions (since life is always the case, which makes learning maths more exciting!)
Example 2:
(12 - x)(1 + y) = 15
(8 - x) (1 + y) = -15
Here yo... Comment - Like
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Apr 2, 2010, 10:01 am
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Maths involves many traps.
Any one of this traps will make the solution looks odd or even to the extent of wrong answer.
What are this traps ?
Mathematical operators, symbols, units, transferring of numbers, size of the written symbols, decimal points are some of the examples of traps contributing... Comment - Like
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Mar 30, 2010, 11:04 am
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While studying maths, I have been exposed to equation that forms a circle.
We know that x^2 + y^2 = 1 creates a circle.
But I have been wondering what is an equation to form a square.
I had tried a few mathematical expressions till today.
And finally I found the interesting and mysteries equation.... Comment - Like
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Mar 27, 2010, 1:25 am
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Maths is not all about calculation.
There are always more to it than meet the eyes.
This is especially true when you are doing geometrical questions where you are involved with area, perimeter and so on.
Displacement theory or its equivalent is always done without the knowledge of many people.
W... Comment - Like
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Mar 24, 2010, 3:57 am
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Is there any formula or maths expression showing the ncrease in area when its length and its breadth are increase by m% ?
If you cannot find one, it does not matter. You can easily derive one!
Let us work on this and show the others how simple maths can help us solve daily issue.
Let the length be... Comment - Like
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Mar 23, 2010, 11:30 am
When things are not aligned properly, you will get this fantastic art piece.
When your life looks as above, you will be mess up gorgeously.
There is beauty though in this misalignment.
See the beautiful side admist the mess.
Life will take a different dimension when you perceive things and images di... Comment - Like
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Mar 23, 2010, 11:10 am
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Percentage is a nice and mystery word in maths.
Why do I say that?
Look at the example below:
If the perimeter has increased by 30%, does the length also increases by the same amount?
The answer is obviously YES.
Next,
If the perimeter is increased by 30%, does the area covered by it also increase... Comment - Like
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Mar 16, 2010, 10:36 pm
There are different levels in any educational system.
This goes with the learning of mathematics too.
At various level of learning, you will be presented with different level of complexity.
At the elementary stage, you will be shown maths questions that are real straight forward type.
At intermedia... Comment - Like
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Jan 3, 2010, 8:11 am
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There are times when you will notice certain beautiful and gorgeous combination of events.
Light is one element of beauty when applied to many objects.
What if the object is a pair of high-rise buildings?
Looking at the below photos, you will wonder what a good and surprising combination that is p... Comment - Like
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Dec 25, 2009, 8:50 am
Some math questions are simple and can be answered easily.
See this math challenge 20 and its answer in the comment.
But a twist of the questioning will and can make it more challenging without changing the math expression.
Below is one:
Base on math challenge 20, if all unknowns CANNOT be repeated,... Comment - Like
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Dec 19, 2009, 5:23 am
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Can anyone come out the answers for A, B, C and D in the below math expression?
A2 + B2 + 2C2 = D2The rule is that the unknowns are all integers and below 10.
Happy trying, and
don't forget that maths is interesting!
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Dec 11, 2009, 8:04 am
A tree is a tree.
What am I talking about?
Look at the picture below and you will see a beautifully grown tree.
Sure?
Look carefully if you are convince it is.
Do you see some "rectangular" objects attached along with the leaves?
They are antennae (aerials).
They are used for radio transmission to ... Comment - Like
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Dec 6, 2009, 11:18 am
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Percentage problems can be tricky at times when you are careless.
Let's us look at one maths word problem related to it.
Question:
There are 3 persons, John, Mary and Jane.
John is richer than Mary by 10%, and Mary is richer than Jane by 20%.
Is John richer than Jane by (10 + 20)% = 30% ?
Most stu... Comment - Like
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Nov 29, 2009, 9:28 am
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Everyone knows what a square root is for and what it does to a number.
But have you tried multiple square rooting ?
What do I mean?
Let's take an example.
Start with a number, say, 3.
i)Â Square root this 3.
ii) You will get a number after step one.
iii) Square root this new number again.
iv) Con... Comment - Like
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Nov 23, 2009, 9:33 am
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Logarithm operator exists as a mathematical tool to allow us to convert a number to another form in terms of base and power.
Can you make 0.5 in terms of 10y or 5y ?
The above is a maths question that can use logarithm to solve.
The application requires the Power rule that states that logkDm is e... Comment - Like
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