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I honestly would have been surprised if I didn't do this question 3 years ago. I still remember it coz it was interesting.... Although, my memory was a little hazy and I gave 1/4 as the answer. Nice memory jogger Ms.Wammy.
my maths has actually been improving once i realized that I actually need to understand what is happening and not memories the solutions, i found it easier to solve problems and now I get 80+ for maths
Fascinating.... I never knew students were trying memorize stuff that I inituitively tried my best to understand instead... Not trying to be sarcastic here... It's just bizarre how many perspectives people are taking for school subjects.
@@Veilsau Same happened to me, then I realized that, most of the time, It is because of the algorithmic approach to math that is being taught in many schools.
Listening to you say, "It's not your fault" made me almost wanna tear up. Cause I struggle so hard with maths and everyone just makes me feel dumb when I can't do physics problems that actually require problem solving skills and because I was so weak at math back in school, it takes me so long to process things :( Thank you Amy!
Summary: *Why Some Struggle with Math* - Math is viewed as the hardest subject by some, while being the easiest for others. - Secret to ease in math: developing math sense and problem-solving skills. - It's not about the number of formulas you know, rather, understanding the underlying principles of math. *Role of a Good Math Tutor* - Focus on problem-solving skills rather than just a bunch of formulas to memorize. *Problem- Remembering vs Understanding* - Students struggle with remembering formulas instead of comprehending the concept. - Problem-solution skill improves with deeper understanding and reduces the number of memorized formulas. - Math skill improvement is equivalent to enhancing skills as a construction worker rather than simply adding tools to your toolbox. *Impact of Inadequate Teachers on Learning* - Some teachers do not adequately explain mathematical concepts. - Limited understanding pressure students to focus on memorization of formulas, leading to difficulties when faced with unobserved problems. *Suggestion to Improve Math Understanding: Three-Part Solution* 1. Break down the mathematical problem into its foundational parts: Understand the underlying parts that make up the problem. 2. Review the tools needed for each part: Think about whether you comprehend each tool or concept, or merely recite it. - If it's the latter, seek further resources to aid understanding (like Khan Academy, UA-cam videos, etc.) 3. Try to solve the problem yourself without looking at the answer key: initially resist prompt solutions and investigate connections between the problem's components, leading to powerful problem-solving skills. *Outcome of Understanding Math* - In-depth understanding over memorizing eases problem-solving. - Understanding prepares you for real-life scenarios better; since solutions are seldom provided. - Initial effort to understand the foundation will be rewarded long term. - Becoming a master in math is achievable by understanding the subject matter. *Conclusion* - Repeat after me: "Math is not about memorizing." - Understanding math concepts deeply is the 'real' secret to excelling in the subject. - Following these simple steps can transform your math learning experience.
To be honest math is way easier than history😁 i used to hate math, like soo much that i had lost hope for my math exams. I used to fail in math, then i started to understand math more, i use some apps like khan academy etc which make me to think what i am trying to solve. Now i get good grades for math 🎉🎉
Wow love that you did what I said in the video and it worked so well! That’s also exactly why I don’t like learning history as much haha - it’s mostly memorizing!
@@wamyy5Amy, the history course I took during high school focused more on analytical skills. You would actually be graded in your answers based on how you related the factual information with analysis as the question demanded. If you only wrote the facts, you'd get a low grade.
You don't know how much of a favor you've done me by mentioning Khan Academy. I've just downloaded it and it helps me a lot. Thank you very much stranger.
😢Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints. The bible is no old book. You have to really let Christ open your eyes; to see the world in shambles. Many people say it's a religion to lock up people in chains, and say it's a rule book.. why? Because people hate hearing the truth, it hurts their flesh, it's hurts their pride, it's exposes on what things have they done..people love this world so much, s*x, money, power, women, supercars.. things of this world. Still trying to find something that can fill that emptiness in your heart. You can't find that in this world.. only in Christ, the bible is no chains, it's a chainbreaker. Breaking your sins into pieces... Repent now, and turn back to the true Lord only.. God bless.😢😢😢😢
I'm an engineer turned teacher. Not to knock teachers, but what I find is that "math teachers" are really good at working problems and seem to lack understanding of the utility of math. Their understanding is academic, where as an engineer or mathematician is a practitioner of math. I believe that is the problem. They don't often explain the why or the math, verses the how.
So true!! My math high school teacher was a mechanical engineer. He really sucked at teaching tho lol but all the problems he gave us were great. I was still using my notes from his classes years later when i was in college
till 8th grade I was taught to memorise math, but then I started developing an interest in physics and wanted to try and understand math. two years later, I have somehow pulled myself up from that state and into advanced math, but I still do not have a well-equipped math sense. I really look forward to figuring out how to do it. thank you for your work!!!
@@narutonicwater8774Do a lot on fundamental of maths problems… As I am one of the Asia students.although I’m not in the top tier in my country and I’m kind of a lazy girl,I’m not really stuck on my school maths.
I think you need to learn from basics like: variables,constant etc meaning and there are more. I was very weak in math and barely pass sometimes. Now Im the math expert in my class cuz i learnt the basic concepts. I know its hard but it was also hard for me to get here. PRACTICE IS MUST!! You can take lectures on youtube. Many of them are very useful. It helped me alot.
Hi wAmy! I did start Math studies in the 1980s. I went up to Calc II but I dropped out of college to study aviation instead. So, in 2017 (I am 60 years old) I went back to school, community college in CT, and I finished a degree in Mathematics and Physics. I am planning to continue my education to a bachelor's degree in Math or Physics. Your video is very impressive and true, I am surprised and happy that you have that solid concept at such a young age. Kudos to you! JJ from CT.
I just turned 61, so glad to see and someone else my age on here! Sometimes I think I'm being unrealistic going back to school at this age. And I've always had trouble with math. But I love science and want to study astronomy, but having a real hard time with my physics for scientists course. I worry maybe I'm too old, but it is encouraging to see all these other people on here having the same difficulties, and other people like you going back to school because why the heck not?! 👍😁❤️
Im kinda embarrassed to admit that i didnt pass school with math being one of many subjects i was so unmotivated with proceeding But you are starting to help me feel motivated to go back to school soon
No wonder why I found math so easy compared to others! I never saw math as a “memorizing class” and I always made sure to understand the fundamentals of a problem or formula so I could clearly see the bigger picture. I’ll make sure to keep this up!
Thank you so much! My teacher always compares my math-solving skills to others, making me feel the dumbest one that i literally thought memorizing calculus formulae would help but once I tried to do that, I felt overwhelmed and didn't just do it. But I somehow encouraged myself to actually understand calculus and it's helping. I will leave this comment and edit it every time I get a bit better at maths 2 Oct 2023- understood the basics of derivation (20% of derivation concept of my o'level is done) 3 Oct 2023-learned about permutation and combination (concept 60% done) did the homeworks properly but couldn't study for mathematics additionally. 10-oct-2023-learning trigonometry from the start (i know the basics but still wanted to revise)
I did BSc and MSc Psychology. But then I rediscovered the beauty of maths. Now, like you, “I would rather solve one hundred maths problems that write one essay”. Well said.
Thank you so much. I’m only in 8th grade, but already working on algebra and taking condensed geometry over the summer, this is going to be a life saver. Thank you so much 🙏
hi amy! thanks for this, going into year 12 exams with a positive mindset this time:)) i'll come back and update you guys on my results (its not in like another month and a half yet btw hehe)
hello:) nobody replied but STILLL i got 12/15 for my first one (MISSED THE 13 BY HALF A MARK I AM SO MAD) and 11/15 for my second one yeahhh not great but also not terrible!
The answer to the square problem is a bit ambiguous since you have to subtract the white part in order to get the area of the blue part.And then find the ratio.
All I can say is thankyou , btw im in love with the way you explain and suddenly drop the other clips , watching this till the end was worth it not just for math but the fact that you can you it eveywhere .
Aw thanks so much for your feedback! What do you mean by "drop the other clips"? I just want to understand so I can make sure to keep doing that :) I really appreciate you watching through my videos! :)
Hello I am an 8th grader taking 9th grade Algebra 1 , I have struggled with math my whole life and being told there was only one way to do math , and because of this I was always struggling to make sure everything's was right and nothing was wrong so I ended up not understanding anything and just going along with it. I am so happy to know that I am not the only one that struggles with things like this. I am also so happy that you are giving really good advice for people to follow and make a change with , I can't wait to start applying this knowledge in my life so TYSM.!!!!
Doing algebra in 8th grade means you are a year ahead and will go into geometry next year but if you do not feel comfortable with your understanding of algebra you might have the option to retake it in 9th grade which is the course most students are on. Another option is working on Alregba over the summer.
The more I study math, I realize how hard step 2 (fundamentals) really is due to how much knowledge you need to accumulate just to tackle 1 problem, probably 10s of years of basic knowledge.
Put effort into it! Extra or less it’s your learning. "intelligence is the ability to turn mere information into valuable knowledge through your own internal gaze"
Amy you wouldn't understand how much this video helped me ! I watched it yesterday and I literally solved a whole chapter which i wasn't able to solve before. I literally LOVE your content, keep going !
Until 10th grade, I always aced math. I'm currently in 11th grade, and 11th grade math doesn't make sense. Looking at the complexity of the question, i get overwhelmed and give up while the others in my class are able to solve it so quickly. I'm going to use your technique to continue acing math in 11th grade as well...Thanks for the video
not sure what subject your taking but 3blue1brown has really good animated videos that help you actually understand what you're doing. and then organic chemistry tutor literally got me through HS, he'll help you do the actual computations. gl 👍
Honestly, this video has helped me in the sense where I can finally help other students in math. I would say I'm pretty good at math, and sometimes I try to help other students understand a certain topic. However, it's always hard for me to express my thinking into words, and now I realized that it's because I connect anything that I know that is relevant to a certain topic. It's something that I just naturally started doing and I never really noticed it, until after watching this video. I'd also like to say, thank you, your channel has helped me grow so much in a short amount of time!!
Thanks for the amazing advice. I am preparing to take the final exam for an advanced functions course that I have to complete to apply for university. Growing up I didn't particularly like math, in part because of my teacher's, but most importantly because I never had in mind the important concept that you mention in the video: math is about problem solving and understanding your tools and your problems, never about memorization. Moving from topic to topic with subpar understanding of what is going on is a recipe for disaster.
thank you so much and lots of love from india. tommorow is my maths exam and you made me so much confident amy you gained another subscriber thank you very much may god always bless you and make all your wishes come true :))))))) 😄😄
Here's how I approached the problem: Let the side of the red square= a and blue square= b To find: (a^2)/(b^2). Now to reduce the variables in the equation I let a = 1 as no specific value is given, (even if you let a to be something else, since we are finding ratios here, it'll always reduce to the simplest form. ) now we need to find 1/(b^2). Notice that the circle has its diameter equal to the hypotenuse of the red square. => using the Pythagoras theorem we have diameter = √(1^2+1^2) = √2. Diameter of the circle is equal to the side of the blue square. Therefore we have, b =√2 and b^2 = 2. Hence 1/(b^2) = 1/2 .
I’ve recently decided I want to become an aerospace engineer, but the problem I’ve ran into is that I’m bad at math and don’t even have my GED yet. But the same day that I decided I knew what I wanted to do for a career, I decided I was going to put my nose to the grindstone and actually figure out how to become better at math as a whole. So far I’ve been studying around 2 to 6 hours a day and I decided to start at the very beginning of basic arithmetic, and work my way up to eventually understanding parts of Physics in college. So far in just three days I’m already at a 9th grade level of math starting from 1st grade math. And this is all just to say that your video is SUPER accurate. It’s not about memorizing math, it’s about understanding math. Once I learned again from the ground up it all made more sense. And I’ve since learned to fall in love with math. Good luck to anyone else on the same journey!
Honestly i am a student who gets 60-70s in my math tests but now i realised i have been memorising but was not understanding some concepts, now i have been improving in math. Thank you :D
I sent this video to my daughter who is a junior in high school and struggles with math. I offer to help her but she would rather just avoid the whole situation. I hope your video will give her a better mindset. Thanks, I look forward to watching more of your videos! 👍 And although much older I’m like you in that I would rather do pages of math problems than write an essay! 😂🤣
During high school I always thought I was not too good at math (and also physics) and it was just not for me. During my graduating preparation for the oral math exam I realised how important theory was and what role it could play in practical problems when I needed to know 24 different theses in various fields. 10 years later I found out I also needed an engineering diploma so I've started learning my own way using my earlier experience (which is totally similar to the subject of this video) and it's going quite well!
hi , the video was amazing .. i wanted to share what else helped me . often times we straightly jump to solving questions of the chapter which makes us bored and leaves us wondering ,, instead divide the chapter in chunks , suppose we are handling derivatives so you can start like the first thing is f'(x) = nx^n-1 and then practice the type of questions around this formula ... i also suggest deriving trigonometric and calculas formulas to understand their origin and retain them better also dig a bit deeper to understand why we made such topic , example: calculas was develped to calculate what speed , velocities or any other sort of motion on an instant such as calculating the speed at 0.000000001 sec , we tend to take limit tends to zero for this ,which implies that time is approaching 0 but cannot be exact zero itself . maths is a language trust me , the more you speak it (practice it ) the more u get it .. but the practice must be mindful .
I have a supplementary math exam in 3 days.... And this helped alot... I actually used to be one of the best students in math till middle school(had the highest grades mostly) but yeah teachers with memorising ruined it and ended up failing maths 3 times in highschool. And Unmotivated since everyone who passed cheated with teachers assissting them as well.... but this video reeeeeally helped me so thankyou
This problem was quite easy, I will explain my approach for anyone interested. I started out by simply labeling the inner side length a, and the outer side length c, and used the Pythagorean theorem to get c^2 in terms of a^2 (c^2 = a^2 / 2). The ratio of the areas is simply c^2 / a^2, so using what we just found this gives us (a^2 / 2) / a^2, and the a^2 here cancel leaving us with 1/2. The problem, just like many others, becomes elementary when you apply tools such as Pythagoras and geometric relationships. You simply have to learn intuitively when to use each tool. The basic mathematical tools will take you very far if you are proficient in using them.
guyss wish me luck! i have a math test on monday and i worked REAL hard for it. Also, i just found this channel and i'm really glad that i did. This channel helped a lot with building up my personality and making myself mentally strong. THANK YOU muahhh!!!
i just took a pre calc test and got 77 percent, i thought I aced it but ig not. Ill try your effective practice methods and hopefully I can improve, thank you!!
I always try: 1) What rules apply? 2) How can I simplify? 3) What do I know? (So, you know what you DON"T know) There's more than one way to "skin a cat". I agree that when you understand the subject matter, figuring out the solution becomes easier. Your message is very important to grasp. It is a "mindset" for learning. I found it translates to many other aspects of life also. Thanks!
The first problem could be solved using pythagorean theorem. The diameter of the white circle incasing the red/inner square happens to be equal to the side of the blue/outer square, and the hypotenuse of the red/inner square. This is the reason why your 45 degrees rotation and subdividing of the outer square into 4 works. But I have to say, it was very cool that you found such a unique visually geometric way of solving that problem!
In 6th grade I got a D but when I started doing the things that you are talking about I actually improved a lot. In 7th grade I got a B. I actually worked so hard to try and understand what I was solving and my teacher is a good one too so I got some extra luck there. For you who are struggling with math dont worry, I always thought that I'll never be able to get more than a D in math because it just felt impossible but look at me now. I'm so proud of myself and you should be proud of yourself too because you are doing your best. And again good luck and don't give up. ❤❤
i am also taking calc bc as a sophmore :00 but taking ap stats at the same time is impressive! i def agree with everything listed in the video. the reason i was able to successfully surpass my peers was by understanding every single concept involved! also i love love love khan academy
I totally underneath you on the teacher part! Our maths teacher made us do whole exercises and then the theorems needed in them.. never been so confused. But this video really helped so im doing better than before, i hope to improve more
I never struggled with math. Never felt i needed a special trick, if any i would stay away from solutions that involved moving objects as my 'spatial view' is my weakness, but i am happy it worked for you.
I just found your chanel today and I'm gonna follow..... So basically what happened is that even though I got good grades but it was all mEmOrIzInG and MeMoRiZiNg and that's why I actually never enjoyed maths but after I saw you video I realized what mistake I was doing and now I'm gonna correct it so wish me luck 🤞 My exams are due in 1 week
well, I have my maths exam on Monday I am not an excellent student in maths but also not so bad the worst thing that is happening to me is that we have a new pattern of examinations in our school and I have not given it I hope I will do it nicely If I prepare. Let's hope for the best!!. Also thank you for this trick...
I’m good at very simple math but I can’t do division or multiplication in my head where should I start? when she started with the first problem I panicked cause I had no idea what I was looking at. the highest level I got with math is high school it was algebra and geometry but I sucked. I passed one with a B and one with a D if I remember correctly. But I wanna be better at math and in no way am I saying I’m dumb. I got a 3.5 gpa in high school with an advanced diploma when I graduated but math and chemistry were my biggest weakness. Now I’m in college I really want to take a math class but they all seem too advanced for me or have prerequisites which means a placement test or taking lower math classes that won’t help with my degree plus I don’t wanna fail the class (not because I’m scared to fail but I don’t have the money to take a class twice). If someone has read all this please help me or if there are free math placement tests I can take to see where I am I’d appreciate that too anything helps.
Try Vedic math techniques for faster calculations, practice more (like alot, you need to be familiar with techniques so much that whenever you see a calculation problem you know what to do), and you can even manipulate the technique so that it's applicable for more problems.... And be creative...and this is also my struggle right now....I hope it helps>3 and if you need video for such techniques I can definitely share 😁
@@meh991 ua-cam.com/video/Hs0wjbxvCt0/v-deo.htmlsi=Fi4G-OB1D6pKp02O here you go buddy! Do your best! 💪 He has a series of mental math follow it and practice daily! It helped me too....im still a slow one but with practice we can much better!😁
Love this…thank you from a high school teacher…it hard to have my students understand since they have been living the math life by memorizing…if they only knew they can do math and love it…they all have so much potential…
I think learning math “tricks” can get you fairly far if you just want to pass exams and also help to get you into it. But in my opinion, it’s better to understand the concepts if you want to go further. For example, I didn’t see the trick you used (rotating it 45), but saw a few approaches (of varying complexity) and downselected to the simplest one. This tends to be a more effective approach for real world general problems where things don’t line up so nicely (no pun intended).
Pls I really feel very dumb because every other person in my maths class gets higher grades than me ,I'll try my best to understand and not memorise maths but pls I'm in year 9 and gcses are not too far so pls keep making more videos about all round maths .Thankyou ❤❤
hello! im a 7th grader doing geometry hn. i spent an entire summer learning math and recently I started struggling with basic problems from concepts I had learned before (counting, probability, etc.) it just doesn't seem like anything's clicking anymore. i hope I can rekindle my passion for math and eventually go back to, if not better than where I was before (esp since its like math counts tryouts season rn) Thanks wAmy!
Hey, I don't know if you'll be able to read this but I'm really glad I saw this video. My math teacher just writes equations on the board and expects us to get a handle on it right away! She told us at the beginning of the semester that 'I won't teach you, I'll just write the question on the board and solve it for you'. I know people say that life won't always give you great teachers and you'll just have to learn yourself, but it's so nerve-wrecking when you don't know where to even start, and you're about to apply to university with a class you have a 44/100 in. I'm probably going to have to redo the course, but wow did I feel dumb until watching this video. I'll be sure to try these tips out!
Hey Amy, I just wanted to let you know that I love your content and that you are changing the lives of thousands of kids across the world. Your math advice is truly fantastic, so I have a video request that I would greatly appreciate from you: training for math competitions. Without paying for courses like Brilliant, I'm not really sure what the best way to prepare for math competitions is. Sure, I could solve countless practice problems on AOPS, but I doubt that that's the most efficient way to improve. I would greatly appreciate a video on this. Thank you for everything you've done!
Aw I appreciate your support and kind words! Glad my videos are helpful. I’ve been thinking about a video on math competitions but I am sorry to say I’m struggling coming up with what would be most helpful. What specific questions might you have? Super helpful as I make the video!
@@wamyy5 1. I would love to learn about the different mental models you employ while approaching different sorts of problems. You demonstrated one in this video and solved the inscribed square problem by simply rotating a figure. Terence Tao also made great use of mental models, noting that while attempting to estimate x, he imagines a budget of y to assist him in better conceptualizing the situation. I believe that mental models are invaluable for students attempting to improve their performance in math contests, as well as math in general. It would be very helpful if you could give your insight on this. 2. In addition, there are so many ideas assessed at math contests that it could be overwhelming to even begin as you have no idea where to start or how to progress. If you could give guidance on the sequence in which topics should be learned (counting, geometry, number theory, probability, etc.), it would make the process less overwhelming and assist people in getting started as well as expedite their progression along the way. Thank you for taking the time to consider my request. I wish you the best!
@@Kratos-007 thanks for your reply and the helpful info! Two follow up questions: what solutions have you tried so far (besides AOPS)? For example, have you tried other UA-cam channels and if so, which ones? If you had a magic wand, what would you want to most be resolved?
@@wamyy5 Website-wise, without including AOPS, I used Khan Academy to learn the absolute basics and Brilliant for learning more advanced concepts. UA-cam-wise, I've watched TheBeautyOfMath and Chen Hongming for competition-specific learning and The Math Sorcerer, Numberphile, and 3Blue1Brown for general enrichment. If I had a magic wand, I would definitely choose to learn about mental models.
Hi! I'm currently a 10th grade student studying to (hopefully) get into the engineering field. A problem I am facing is that I've recently moved to a new school which has advanced a lot further in math than my old school has and I haven't learnt half the stuff they've already taught. My question is, how do I catch-up on missing knowledge gaps while still being able to use my current math knowledge to keep up with new material. I love your videos so much & this one also helped me realize to start understanding math instead of memorizing! I hope you are able to give me any advice. Love ur channel! ❤❤❤
This was me my freshmen year (currently a senior). I would advise you practice. Inquire with the teacher on subjects that you missed and work on them in your spare time. Make notice of the people in your class who do well and see if they can help you! 😊 My friends and I run an online tutoring group in our free time. I would be happy to help!
My math's is so bad like I got a 27 % In my first semester I hope after this video I will live up to my goal and get atleast an 70% and work up to where I'm much better
Thank you for this information as an upcoming 8 grader who has a bit of a struggle with multiplication, division, and number lines. This helped me to realize that I really need to take my time and actually understand.
My problem is actually quite different. My problem occurs while im taking a math exam. I study as much as i can, and even if im not able to practice all the questions from my practice workbook that our school provides us with, i do solve all "types" questions in order to ensure i've learned every concept. But when sit for the exam, this math anxiety just creeps over me and i end up panicking during the exam, and my mind becomes a mess. I've tried to overcome this by solving sample question papers a few days before the exam, but it has not really helped. What can i do?
its really weird bc even with my anxiety, i can manage to get like 80-86% so can't help but wonder if i can get like a 95% if i overcome my anxiety.. i reallyy want to score like 95+ in math
Try to be calm. Breath slowly, it also happened to me but just a few seconds, when I felt stuck and my mind stop working. Some drink of water would help. Lastly, try to solve problems on a school theme, so you would adopt the environment when you ever take a test or exam
THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEED!!! Like sometimes my mind tells me what is math for anyway? If I don't understand the concept of mathematics if the majority of teachers don't tell us the real definition of mathematics disclaimer but sometimes I feel some of the math teachers I saw in my life just flex their mathematics and just let us figure it out without really explaining what mathematics really is if you read this mathematics according to the owner of this content literally says Math is not really complex if you find the necessary step and not memorizing just do step by step using necessarily part to solve the problem and everything will make more sense
I was on top of my class in math, but when I was sick I finally tried the practice papers for a big math exam that I'll take in 6 months, and I got a lower score than I expected. So even though I didn't really find out why I did so bad (now that I think about it maybe solving math problems while sick is not the best idea or reflection of my abilities when healthy) I at least now know why my classmates are struggling and next time someone complains about how they don't understand how they're not good at math can recommend your video to them, beacause it does seem useful!
Veil's Summary Notes: This is How To ACE Math Step-By-Step. - It's not about how many formulas you know. Instead, it's all about your problem solving skills and math sense. But let's start with problem solving. - Problem = Anything that humans pretend to have a missing piece of information to. - Solution = That 'missing' piece of information which was never missing to begin with. - So To solve a problem, all you have to do is express the connections of this missing piece of information that isn't really missing, but always existed within the problem's context, yet people pretend it is missing just for the sake of challenging our mental capabilities. Getting back to math sense, don't just learn excessive amounts of formulas without understanding HOW to use them in the first place. That's where your math sense comes in. Note: Math Sense = Math Skills. The greater your Math Sense, the less you need to memorize. Your Math Sense is basically the Cheat skill that will help you solve ANY Problem that comes your way in Math. This is HOW You Acquire it; 1. Prioritize Understanding Over Memorizing. For example, for the square root of 25, don't worry about memorizing the fact that; "the square root of 25 is 5." Instead, focus on understanding the actual step by step process you need to take, to find the "square root" of something. In other words, focus on understanding the meanings of each symbols and terms, especially the steps they require you to take. Once you do understand these MAiN symbols/figures and what steps they require you to take, then you can do practice problems with ease. You don't need to use any advanced memorization techniques once you understand, because when you do practice problems or your homeworks and assignments, then these operations will become engraved in your memory, whether you like it or not! 2. Break Your Math Problem into Parts. Usually, we don't understand the foundations behind bigger math problems, that's why we tend to get stuck. Therefore, doing this will help spot our gaps in knowledge. We know when we lack a certain knowledge when we look at the individual parts within the problem, and go, "huh?" If you don't understand some parts within that problem, then break those parts down even further untill you spot familiar concepts you can use to build on your understanding. If you break down the parts within a problem, but still don't understand those parts, then KEEP Breaking Those Parts Down Further! Keep breaking them down to something sooo basic, that it is impossible for you to NOT understand it. 3. Review Fundamentals on a Deeper Level. After you've understood the fundamentals of each parts within the problem on the previous step, now is the time to solidify those concepts! Watch some extra videos or do some extra research to clarify why the steps work, as well as their origins. This will deepen your understanding. You can also do practice problems to test, strengthen, and gain feedback for your understanding. Either use materials provided by your teachers or find free resources online. Note that these are fundamental problems and NOT similar to the original problem you were dealing with. These little problems are to help you gain an basic understanding inorder to add to the original problem you were working on. For example, you'll work on 1+1=2 as your fundamental problems before moving to your original problem, which could be something like 12+13=25. Repeat this step as much as you feel like it. Your internal feeling of certainty will be your guide. 4. Put The Pieces Together, and Then Reference The Solution. Basically, try solving the original question yourself, as well as others similar to it once you've nailed the fundamental practice problems. Do this without looking at the answer key. If you get to a part and feel stuck, you still must NOT look at the answer key... Yet. Because the mental strain you feel is How your brain forces itself to access the recent understandings you've just created during the first few steps leading up to here. Staying in this state of discomfort whilst forcing yourself to figure it out (even if your answer key is right on the next page) will pay dividends later toward your Math Sense. Only after a long while (over 20 minutes of being stuck on the same step) do you check the answe key. But before that, try do the following within your 20 minutes; A) Write down everything you know that could be relevant. B) Draw connections between what you know. You can use arrows or lines to show these. C) Make your best attempt, showcasing the full thought process you have regarding the potential solution. Give your best guess here. After doing these 3 do you check the answer key. You can then compare the provided solutions against your own, and see how similar or different they are. This is where the problem-solving skills get built, and your Math Sense as well. Lastly, Math is NOT Memorizing. Knowing HOW Math Works will make you the master of your math class, and NOT the victim of difficult equations. . . . PS; If you want EVEN BETTER and MORE ORGANISED Study Tips Than This, then Check This Link ;-) mailchi.mp/03cf88cc0a3c/7rpfce7bqy ...
One quick question How many times do you think a chapter should be revised before an exam? Like in one of your videos you said that you were overprepared for your physics exam and that is why you could get a 5 despite having a migraine an hour before. So how do we reach that *overprepared* state?
imo from watching a lot of study videos and etc, i think the most important thing to prepare for classes like math, science, etc is to do practice problems A LOT and memorize formulas. practice problems can help you understand the questions and familiarize you with them
I wish I was one of your students!! I have beeen understanding so much stuff because of you!!❤ btw can you do pie next like the math equation my little brother wants to learn and I would love that he would learn from you!!
Hey, Amy. Just came across your channel and it's amazing! 🤩 I struggle with maths and science subjects generally (probably because of the gap year I took after secondary school). But now that I've begun university, I often find it hard to study school material for long periods, I easily get distracted, demotivated when studying physics, chemistry or maths, and I'M VERY, VERY SLOW, making my study sessions last very long with me only doing like 5 practice questions in my 4 pomodoro study sessions (that I probably didn't even understand well). The long time it takes for me to understand per study session, and the fact that I only end up really internalising a little highly demotivate me to study. But because I like screen time, I'm trying to use it for good by trying study apps. But I haven't found any good ones! Could you, please, suggest apps for me to use - aside from Quizlet, Khan Academy, Anki - or suggest how I can use these ones better to suit my Nigerian university's curriculum, and give me advice for my very slow, time-consuming pace of learning that leads to my demotivation?
Hi Amy, I'm a sophomore and have been watching your videos for a long time and I wanna to ask you: Do good universities in the US look at freshmen grades? Because I didn't have the best freshmen grades and now I'm kinda worried
While they are weighted less than other years, they are still looked at. The best you can do to fix it (since you can’t go back in time and get straight As) is to try to have a SUPER upward trend in your grades. Like say you got a few Bs freshman in all Normal/Honors classes. Try to get all As for the next few years taking more and more APs each year and maybe some dual enrollment
I’m also a sophomore, and yes, they do. Do better from here in out and focus on what you’re into you. Universities want to see who you are, not just on a school file.
You know Amy, I love how you always mention how your dad was the one explaining math to you and truly helping you understand it in your younger years. Idk why, it just reminds me of my dad. Anyway, I love your videos!
3:20 "if you're just born smart bro then you can get the answers without struggle" like cmon, who the hell thinks about rotating that out of the blue? Whats the prompt for thinking something like that? Its so random, either you already solve that problem with the square rotated and then your brain mapped this problem into that problem or otherwise i dont get it... another one would be the subconscious instinct of wanting the edges of the inner square to touch the outer square and then justifying the rotation by the fact that it doesnt change the areas of the problem? Cmom nobody can come up with tricks like these for novel problems in timed tests unless they're like euler or something... its even faster to do it old way that spending 1 h on finding a tricky way
I was never really bad at math but i was never good too , in 6th grade i got a little less 70% on a maths exam , it broke me indeed it was my birthday we got the test results and i cried . But i tried to improve and scored 71 out of 80 in the final term . The actuall twist came in 7th grade when we got a new maths teacher he used to teach and not just make us blindly copy the answers , and because of his teaching method and a lot of fucus i scored 79 out of 80 in the seventh grade mid term and since then i have had a special love for maths , now i dont take it as a problem i take it as a game now . Another truth is the more you practice a subject the more you love it . At last i would like to thank Mr. Vivek sharma for actually being helpful and a great teacher in the subject of mathematics.
I never struggled with math. Never felt i needed a special trick, if any i would stay away from solutions that involved moving objects as my 'spatial view' is my weakness, but i am happy it worked for you.
What improved my mathematics interest and skills: 1.) expieriencing how friendly people excel in mathematics, 2.) reading books about things (archeology, machines, weather, drawing) requiring mathematics or about history and development of mathematics (when why what who). In elementary school I was normal average, my main interest were biology, animals and people and drawing. This changed after receiving personal extra lessons by a female math university student, not only getter better with the taught lessons but also more sustainly interested. Later I studied electrical engineering specialized in computer engineering (Technische Informatik) with a diplom thesis about programming a PC software with a user friendly user interface for mechanical beam/bar static system, based on matrix calculations from bar system part specific matrices and state vectors, calcuating the resulting equation system, together solving it, setting all results again into a state run of the whole system to get all states of all parts (as numeric table or diagram of delta distance-length/force, delta angulars/torsion). Which gave me the best degree of my semester.
I was amazing at math like I wouldn’t get anything below a 100%, but ever since I started freshman year, I started to fail statistics. I’m looking forward to trying ur technique 🤩
The key is to listen, memorize what requires it, and understand the patterns when you get to higher math. I did very well in HS, and was too busy chasing ...... in college and did not do as well as I would have liked.
I had some great teachers of math in elementary school who helped me understand math, and geometry, from the get go. However, i do have an amazing memory so, memorizing formulas, for me, was a piece of cake. Memorizing arithmetic tables was facilitated by my grandmother drilling them before class. I still remember all geometry formulas for areas and perimeters of regular polygons that I learned in 3rd grade. My high school teacher for arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry did make us recite formulas and they stuck. I can recite back to you binomial expansions, factorization of simple polynomials, geometry formulas, trigonometric definitions and identities. I, then, went to engineering college and I can still recall formulas for derivatives of products and quotients, the chain rule, L’Hopital’s ruble for limits, tables of derivatives, tables of anti derivatives, integration by substitution, integration by parts, formulas from multi variate calculus, lineal algebra, vector analysis, and differential equations. I still remember all the basic definitions of statistics of samples, and the most common parametric probability distributions from my college years. Definitely understand math very well, but train your memory also, is a great combination.
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I honestly would have been surprised if I didn't do this question 3 years ago. I still remember it coz it was interesting.... Although, my memory was a little hazy and I gave 1/4 as the answer.
Nice memory jogger Ms.Wammy.
@@Veilsauhaha yes it’s such a nice question! I love showing it :) Cool you know it too!
i got it...but i went the hard route LMAO
@@xavier93 being the nerd friend is the highest honor
@@silasfilms that would be SUCH a lifesaver for me in geo hn. i never have time to check my problems lmao
my maths has actually been improving once i realized that I actually need to understand what is happening and not memories the solutions, i found it easier to solve problems and now I get 80+ for maths
Yes precisely! Thank you for sharing how this approach has helped you
Fascinating.... I never knew students were trying memorize stuff that I inituitively tried my best to understand instead... Not trying to be sarcastic here... It's just bizarre how many perspectives people are taking for school subjects.
@@wamyy5Same here in currently trying to go above 80s maybe get my first 95 😅
@@Veilsau Same happened to me, then I realized that, most of the time, It is because of the algorithmic approach to math that is being taught in many schools.
@@Veilsau Avoiding memorizing in favor of real understanding makes the person appear to others like they have a great memory.
Listening to you say, "It's not your fault" made me almost wanna tear up. Cause I struggle so hard with maths and everyone just makes me feel dumb when I can't do physics problems that actually require problem solving skills and because I was so weak at math back in school, it takes me so long to process things :( Thank you Amy!
Yes that's actually so true like everyone j-just blames me for when I can't solve a problem
same girl same
Summary:
*Why Some Struggle with Math*
- Math is viewed as the hardest subject by some, while being the easiest for others.
- Secret to ease in math: developing math sense and problem-solving skills.
- It's not about the number of formulas you know, rather, understanding the underlying principles of math.
*Role of a Good Math Tutor*
- Focus on problem-solving skills rather than just a bunch of formulas to memorize.
*Problem- Remembering vs Understanding*
- Students struggle with remembering formulas instead of comprehending the concept.
- Problem-solution skill improves with deeper understanding and reduces the number of memorized formulas.
- Math skill improvement is equivalent to enhancing skills as a construction worker rather than simply adding tools to your toolbox.
*Impact of Inadequate Teachers on Learning*
- Some teachers do not adequately explain mathematical concepts.
- Limited understanding pressure students to focus on memorization of formulas, leading to difficulties when faced with unobserved problems.
*Suggestion to Improve Math Understanding: Three-Part Solution*
1. Break down the mathematical problem into its foundational parts: Understand the underlying parts that make up the problem.
2. Review the tools needed for each part: Think about whether you comprehend each tool or concept, or merely recite it.
- If it's the latter, seek further resources to aid understanding (like Khan Academy, UA-cam videos, etc.)
3. Try to solve the problem yourself without looking at the answer key: initially resist prompt solutions and investigate connections between the problem's components, leading to powerful problem-solving skills.
*Outcome of Understanding Math*
- In-depth understanding over memorizing eases problem-solving.
- Understanding prepares you for real-life scenarios better; since solutions are seldom provided.
- Initial effort to understand the foundation will be rewarded long term.
- Becoming a master in math is achievable by understanding the subject matter.
*Conclusion*
- Repeat after me: "Math is not about memorizing."
- Understanding math concepts deeply is the 'real' secret to excelling in the subject.
- Following these simple steps can transform your math learning experience.
thank youu!!
TYSM my math exam is tomorrow ❤
Great advice.
Thank you for helping me find one of the fundamentals of math solving
To be honest math is way easier than history😁 i used to hate math, like soo much that i had lost hope for my math exams. I used to fail in math, then i started to understand math more, i use some apps like khan academy etc which make me to think what i am trying to solve. Now i get good grades for math 🎉🎉
Wow love that you did what I said in the video and it worked so well! That’s also exactly why I don’t like learning history as much haha - it’s mostly memorizing!
@@wamyy5Amy, the history course I took during high school focused more on analytical skills. You would actually be graded in your answers based on how you related the factual information with analysis as the question demanded. If you only wrote the facts, you'd get a low grade.
For me chemistry is the hardest for even harder than maths and physics 😅
You don't know how much of a favor you've done me by mentioning Khan Academy. I've just downloaded it and it helps me a lot. Thank you very much stranger.
For me biology and SS as a whole are difficult
My math marks have improved a bit. I moved from a D student to a B student. Now I'm aiming for that A+ thanks to you✨️
Yay good luck!
A bit?! Man that's incredible!!!! Be proud of your achievements!! 💛💛💛💛
😢Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints. The bible is no old book. You have to really let Christ open your eyes; to see the world in shambles. Many people say it's a religion to lock up people in chains, and say it's a rule book.. why? Because people hate hearing the truth, it hurts their flesh, it's hurts their pride, it's exposes on what things have they done..people love this world so much, s*x, money, power, women, supercars.. things of this world. Still trying to find something that can fill that emptiness in your heart. You can't find that in this world.. only in Christ, the bible is no chains, it's a chainbreaker. Breaking your sins into pieces... Repent now, and turn back to the true Lord only.. God bless.😢😢😢😢
I'm an engineer turned teacher. Not to knock teachers, but what I find is that "math teachers" are really good at working problems and seem to lack understanding of the utility of math. Their understanding is academic, where as an engineer or mathematician is a practitioner of math. I believe that is the problem. They don't often explain the why or the math, verses the how.
So true!! My math high school teacher was a mechanical engineer. He really sucked at teaching tho lol but all the problems he gave us were great. I was still using my notes from his classes years later when i was in college
till 8th grade I was taught to memorise math, but then I started developing an interest in physics and wanted to try and understand math. two years later, I have somehow pulled myself up from that state and into advanced math, but I still do not have a well-equipped math sense. I really look forward to figuring out how to do it. thank you for your work!!!
Ah yes schools are not good when they tell you to memorize! Awesome you’re into math and physics now - keep me updated with your progress! :)
Do u have any resources that you recommended to actually understand math?
@@narutonicwater8774Do a lot on fundamental of maths problems… As I am one of the Asia students.although I’m not in the top tier in my country and I’m kind of a lazy girl,I’m not really stuck on my school maths.
I think you need to learn from basics like: variables,constant etc meaning and there are more.
I was very weak in math and barely pass sometimes.
Now Im the math expert in my class cuz i learnt the basic concepts. I know its hard but it was also hard for me to get here.
PRACTICE IS MUST!!
You can take lectures on youtube. Many of them are very useful. It helped me alot.
consider math to be a mixture of letters and symbols with a logical pattern.
Hi wAmy! I did start Math studies in the 1980s. I went up to Calc II but I dropped out of college to study aviation instead. So, in 2017 (I am 60 years old) I went back to school, community college in CT, and I finished a degree in Mathematics and Physics. I am planning to continue my education to a bachelor's degree in Math or Physics. Your video is very impressive and true, I am surprised and happy that you have that solid concept at such a young age. Kudos to you! JJ from CT.
I just turned 61, so glad to see and someone else my age on here! Sometimes I think I'm being unrealistic going back to school at this age. And I've always had trouble with math. But I love science and want to study astronomy, but having a real hard time with my physics for scientists course. I worry maybe I'm too old, but it is encouraging to see all these other people on here having the same difficulties, and other people like you going back to school because why the heck not?! 👍😁❤️
Im kinda embarrassed to admit that i didnt pass school with math being one of many subjects i was so unmotivated with proceeding
But you are starting to help me feel motivated to go back to school soon
no need to be embarassed , it's never late to learn !!!!!!!
No wonder why I found math so easy compared to others! I never saw math as a “memorizing class” and I always made sure to understand the fundamentals of a problem or formula so I could clearly see the bigger picture. I’ll make sure to keep this up!
i love how you actually listen to your subscribers on what they want to learn! thank you sm!!
Of course! I make videos for you, my subscribers after all ❤
@@wamyy5uuu😅uuu
Thank you so much! My teacher always compares my math-solving skills to others, making me feel the dumbest one that i literally thought memorizing calculus formulae would help but once I tried to do that, I felt overwhelmed and didn't just do it. But I somehow encouraged myself to actually understand calculus and it's helping.
I will leave this comment and edit it every time I get a bit better at maths
2 Oct 2023- understood the basics of derivation (20% of derivation concept of my o'level is done)
3 Oct 2023-learned about permutation and combination (concept 60% done)
did the homeworks properly but couldn't study for mathematics additionally.
10-oct-2023-learning trigonometry from the start (i know the basics but still wanted to revise)
oh! i would like to share what helped me through calculas ... whenever u are stuck in derivative try applying log both sides and then solve it .
I did BSc and MSc Psychology. But then I rediscovered the beauty of maths. Now, like you, “I would rather solve one hundred maths problems that write one essay”. Well said.
Thank you so much. I’m only in 8th grade, but already working on algebra and taking condensed geometry over the summer, this is going to be a life saver. Thank you so much 🙏
Awesome - best of luck!
@@wamyy5I’m taking algebra 1 this year and i so nervous cuz I did not pay attention in pre algebra. What should I do?
who else failed math and are here to improve themselves ;-;
Not me . Math is my favourite but I want to increase my iq even more
@@RandomPlup give some of your iq to me bro
@@raneemtaj6397 first let me get some iq from Amy wang. Then imma give it all to you brotha-
@@RandomPlup Sure brotha-
I didn’t. I js want to improve
hi amy! thanks for this, going into year 12 exams with a positive mindset this time:)) i'll come back and update you guys on my results (its not in like another month and a half yet btw hehe)
hello:) nobody replied but STILLL
i got 12/15 for my first one (MISSED THE 13 BY HALF A MARK I AM SO MAD)
and 11/15 for my second one
yeahhh not great but also not terrible!
@@amberi8919 nice which country are you doing the exams in
@@pro-brawlstars6523 australia queensland
i’m so bad at math.
The answer to the square problem is a bit ambiguous since you have to subtract the white part in order to get the area of the blue part.And then find the ratio.
All I can say is thankyou , btw im in love with the way you explain and suddenly drop the other clips , watching this till the end was worth it not just for math but the fact that you can you it eveywhere .
Aw thanks so much for your feedback! What do you mean by "drop the other clips"? I just want to understand so I can make sure to keep doing that :) I really appreciate you watching through my videos! :)
Like the one where you tear the paper with math problem written on it , sorry for not being clear 6:33
Hello I am an 8th grader taking 9th grade Algebra 1 , I have struggled with math my whole life and being told there was only one way to do math , and because of this I was always struggling to make sure everything's was right and nothing was wrong so I ended up not understanding anything and just going along with it. I am so happy to know that I am not the only one that struggles with things like this. I am also so happy that you are giving really good advice for people to follow and make a change with , I can't wait to start applying this knowledge in my life so TYSM.!!!!
Doing algebra in 8th grade means you are a year ahead and will go into geometry next year but if you do not feel comfortable with your understanding of algebra you might have the option to retake it in 9th grade which is the course most students are on. Another option is working on Alregba over the summer.
10th grader doing linear systems word problems....im dying lol im scared for trig
alg 1 for me was pretty simple but now in geometry as an 8th grader I am struggling because my teacher does not explain the curriculum with clarity.
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This actually helped my terrible math skills, thank you!
Super happy to hear! :)
The more I study math, I realize how hard step 2 (fundamentals) really is due to how much knowledge you need to accumulate just to tackle 1 problem, probably 10s of years of basic knowledge.
Put effort into it! Extra or less it’s your learning.
"intelligence is the ability to turn mere information into
valuable knowledge through your own internal gaze"
Love that quote! Where is it from?
@@wamyy5 I got it from somebody online lol but it is related to cognitive psychology(central theme)!
What a great strategy! I work with middle school kids that struggle with math and this may help when working with them. Your dad is a prize!!
Amy you wouldn't understand how much this video helped me ! I watched it yesterday and I literally solved a whole chapter which i wasn't able to solve before. I literally LOVE your content, keep going !
This is a type of video for people who start giving up on math or struggle with math problems that can't be solved. Fr
Until 10th grade, I always aced math. I'm currently in 11th grade, and 11th grade math doesn't make sense. Looking at the complexity of the question, i get overwhelmed and give up while the others in my class are able to solve it so quickly. I'm going to use your technique to continue acing math in 11th grade as well...Thanks for the video
not sure what subject your taking but 3blue1brown has really good animated videos that help you actually understand what you're doing. and then organic chemistry tutor literally got me through HS, he'll help you do the actual computations. gl 👍
Did it help?
what was the result pls share it
Honestly, this video has helped me in the sense where I can finally help other students in math. I would say I'm pretty good at math, and sometimes I try to help other students understand a certain topic. However, it's always hard for me to express my thinking into words, and now I realized that it's because I connect anything that I know that is relevant to a certain topic. It's something that I just naturally started doing and I never really noticed it, until after watching this video. I'd also like to say, thank you, your channel has helped me grow so much in a short amount of time!!
Thanks for the amazing advice. I am preparing to take the final exam for an advanced functions course that I have to complete to apply for university. Growing up I didn't particularly like math, in part because of my teacher's, but most importantly because I never had in mind the important concept that you mention in the video: math is about problem solving and understanding your tools and your problems, never about memorization. Moving from topic to topic with subpar understanding of what is going on is a recipe for disaster.
thank you so much and lots of love from india. tommorow is my maths exam and you made me so much confident amy you gained another subscriber thank you very much may god always bless you and make all your wishes come true :))))))) 😄😄
Here's how I approached the problem:
Let the side of the red square= a and blue square= b
To find: (a^2)/(b^2).
Now to reduce the variables in the equation I let a = 1 as no specific value is given, (even if you let a to be something else, since we are finding ratios here, it'll always reduce to the simplest form. )
now we need to find 1/(b^2).
Notice that the circle has its diameter equal to the hypotenuse of the red square.
=> using the Pythagoras theorem we have diameter = √(1^2+1^2) = √2.
Diameter of the circle is equal to the side of the blue square. Therefore we have, b =√2 and b^2 = 2. Hence 1/(b^2) = 1/2 .
Chill I'm only doing 7th grade math (I know how pythagon theorem works tho)
that is incorrect. the answer is; 1. NOT a fraction, its a ratio. 2. the answer is a 2 to 4-pi ratio (which is close to 1:2.33)
I’ve recently decided I want to become an aerospace engineer, but the problem I’ve ran into is that I’m bad at math and don’t even have my GED yet. But the same day that I decided I knew what I wanted to do for a career, I decided I was going to put my nose to the grindstone and actually figure out how to become better at math as a whole. So far I’ve been studying around 2 to 6 hours a day and I decided to start at the very beginning of basic arithmetic, and work my way up to eventually understanding parts of Physics in college. So far in just three days I’m already at a 9th grade level of math starting from 1st grade math. And this is all just to say that your video is SUPER accurate. It’s not about memorizing math, it’s about understanding math. Once I learned again from the ground up it all made more sense. And I’ve since learned to fall in love with math. Good luck to anyone else on the same journey!
Honestly i am a student who gets 60-70s in my math tests but now i realised i have been memorising but was not understanding some concepts, now i have been improving in math. Thank you :D
I sent this video to my daughter who is a junior in high school and struggles with math. I offer to help her but she would rather just avoid the whole situation. I hope your video will give her a better mindset. Thanks, I look forward to watching more of your videos! 👍 And although much older I’m like you in that I would rather do pages of math problems than write an essay! 😂🤣
This is really helpful videos definitely show to my year 7 daughter who also has struggled math.
During high school I always thought I was not too good at math (and also physics) and it was just not for me. During my graduating preparation for the oral math exam I realised how important theory was and what role it could play in practical problems when I needed to know 24 different theses in various fields. 10 years later I found out I also needed an engineering diploma so I've started learning my own way using my earlier experience (which is totally similar to the subject of this video) and it's going quite well!
i'm in my freshman year of highschool right now, your videos are so helpful for me!! thank you so much :) have a wonderful day
Yay thanks so much for being part of the fam ❤ have a great week!
what math do you take
hi , the video was amazing .. i wanted to share what else helped me . often times we straightly jump to solving questions of the chapter which makes us bored and leaves us wondering ,, instead divide the chapter in chunks , suppose we are handling derivatives so you can start like the first thing is
f'(x) = nx^n-1 and then practice the type of questions around this formula ...
i also suggest deriving trigonometric and calculas formulas to understand their origin and retain them better also dig a bit deeper to understand why we made such topic , example: calculas was develped to calculate what speed , velocities or any other sort of motion on an instant such as calculating the speed at 0.000000001 sec , we tend to take limit tends to zero for this ,which implies that time is approaching 0 but cannot be exact zero itself . maths is a language trust me , the more you speak it (practice it ) the more u get it .. but the practice must be mindful .
Thank you for all your wonderful videos. I am sharing your knowledge with my daughter and her cousins so that they can be better students!!!
I have a supplementary math exam in 3 days.... And this helped alot... I actually used to be one of the best students in math till middle school(had the highest grades mostly) but yeah teachers with memorising ruined it and ended up failing maths 3 times in highschool. And Unmotivated since everyone who passed cheated with teachers assissting them as well....
but this video reeeeeally helped me so thankyou
This problem was quite easy, I will explain my approach for anyone interested. I started out by simply labeling the inner side length a, and the outer side length c, and used the Pythagorean theorem to get c^2 in terms of a^2 (c^2 = a^2 / 2). The ratio of the areas is simply c^2 / a^2, so using what we just found this gives us (a^2 / 2) / a^2, and the a^2 here cancel leaving us with 1/2.
The problem, just like many others, becomes elementary when you apply tools such as Pythagoras and geometric relationships. You simply have to learn intuitively when to use each tool. The basic mathematical tools will take you very far if you are proficient in using them.
I still don’t understand! Can you explain how b^2 determined in your approach and how you ended up with a^2 / 2?
your answer is wrong, its a ratio of 2 to 4-pi
guyss wish me luck! i have a math test on monday and i worked REAL hard for it. Also, i just found this channel and i'm really glad that i did. This channel helped a lot with building up my personality and making myself mentally strong. THANK YOU muahhh!!!
Good luck for your test today'
Got my trigonometry test tomorrow and I had no idea, guess I finally found some ways from here. Thanks Amy!
It was good?
@@Julia_04. Not that bad ig, I won't get that good results if I follow those tips on the edge of the day. Looking for the upcoming ones, thanks!
Hey lady!
I'm ready to study .
No mater how hard it is, try to get over difficulty.Which surely brings me prosperity in the future.
i just took a pre calc test and got 77 percent, i thought I aced it but ig not. Ill try your effective practice methods and hopefully I can improve, thank you!!
@wealthonweb to u maybe, to most of us asian kids thats barely average
You can do it!! Best of luck ✨
@@hyunjinshairband1he/she is probably from the UK, I remember A being 70%-100% so I guess it’s great for him.
@@dogwaternoearnings3006 A IS 70-100% ?! SOMEONE TAKE ME TO UK 😭😭
@@hyunjinshairband1 exactly😭😭😭
I always try: 1) What rules apply? 2) How can I simplify? 3) What do I know? (So, you know what you DON"T know) There's more than one way to "skin a cat". I agree that when you understand the subject matter, figuring out the solution becomes easier. Your message is very important to grasp. It is a "mindset" for learning. I found it translates to many other aspects of life also. Thanks!
The first problem could be solved using pythagorean theorem. The diameter of the white circle incasing the red/inner square happens to be equal to the side of the blue/outer square, and the hypotenuse of the red/inner square. This is the reason why your 45 degrees rotation and subdividing of the outer square into 4 works. But I have to say, it was very cool that you found such a unique visually geometric way of solving that problem!
Can you explain this in a more clear way?
I actually solved it the same way!
In 6th grade I got a D but when I started doing the things that you are talking about I actually improved a lot. In 7th grade I got a B. I actually worked so hard to try and understand what I was solving and my teacher is a good one too so I got some extra luck there. For you who are struggling with math dont worry, I always thought that I'll never be able to get more than a D in math because it just felt impossible but look at me now. I'm so proud of myself and you should be proud of yourself too because you are doing your best. And again good luck and don't give up. ❤❤
Can we get a math competition guide? No matter how much I study, I always get curb stomp.
Hi! Thanks for your request. How are you studying right now? Any specific questions you have about math competition prep?
I do previous exams to study. Every time, it still feels like I am running out of time or can't grasp the needed concept.
i am also taking calc bc as a sophmore :00 but taking ap stats at the same time is impressive! i def agree with everything listed in the video. the reason i was able to successfully surpass my peers was by understanding every single concept involved! also i love love love khan academy
(00:12) Death note music! I'm liking the video!
Your math is just so much easier than my high school math 😅
Could you possibly do a more detailed video on how exactly you improved your math? I want to but I really don’t know where to start.
I totally underneath you on the teacher part! Our maths teacher made us do whole exercises and then the theorems needed in them.. never been so confused.
But this video really helped so im doing better than before, i hope to improve more
I never struggled with math. Never felt i needed a special trick, if any i would stay away from solutions that involved moving objects as my 'spatial view' is my weakness, but i am happy it worked for you.
As an artist the thing I love most about math is that it isn’t subjective.
I just found your chanel today and I'm gonna follow..... So basically what happened is that even though I got good grades but it was all mEmOrIzInG and MeMoRiZiNg and that's why I actually never enjoyed maths but after I saw you video I realized what mistake I was doing and now I'm gonna correct it so wish me luck 🤞 My exams are due in 1 week
Ah I'm so glad my video was insightful to you! Thank you for the follow ❤️ Good luck on your exams!
well, I have my maths exam on Monday I am not an excellent student in maths but also not so bad the worst thing that is happening to me is that we have a new pattern of examinations in our school and I have not given it I hope I will do it nicely If I prepare. Let's hope for the best!!. Also thank you for this trick...
My geometry test is on Monday... Thank you!
Oooh best of luck!! :D
This is a great video, particularly for those who are feeling a little insecure about their maths skills. Enjoyed your approach!
I’m good at very simple math but I can’t do division or multiplication in my head where should I start?
when she started with the first problem I panicked cause I had no idea what I was looking at. the highest level I got with math is high school it was algebra and geometry but I sucked. I passed one with a B and one with a D if I remember correctly. But I wanna be better at math and in no way am I saying I’m dumb. I got a 3.5 gpa in high school with an advanced diploma when I graduated but math and chemistry were my biggest weakness.
Now I’m in college I really want to take a math class but they all seem too advanced for me or have prerequisites which means a placement test or taking lower math classes that won’t help with my degree plus I don’t wanna fail the class (not because I’m scared to fail but I don’t have the money to take a class twice).
If someone has read all this please help me or if there are free math placement tests I can take to see where I am I’d appreciate that too anything helps.
Try Vedic math techniques for faster calculations, practice more (like alot, you need to be familiar with techniques so much that whenever you see a calculation problem you know what to do), and you can even manipulate the technique so that it's applicable for more problems.... And be creative...and this is also my struggle right now....I hope it helps>3 and if you need video for such techniques I can definitely share 😁
@@Neera-z3f thank you so much for replying! And yes anything helps so I’d love the links to those videos if you could share them.
@@meh991 ua-cam.com/video/Hs0wjbxvCt0/v-deo.htmlsi=Fi4G-OB1D6pKp02O here you go buddy! Do your best! 💪 He has a series of mental math follow it and practice daily! It helped me too....im still a slow one but with practice we can much better!😁
Love this…thank you from a high school teacher…it hard to have my students understand since they have been living the math life by memorizing…if they only knew they can do math and love it…they all have so much potential…
I think learning math “tricks” can get you fairly far if you just want to pass exams and also help to get you into it. But in my opinion, it’s better to understand the concepts if you want to go further. For example, I didn’t see the trick you used (rotating it 45), but saw a few approaches (of varying complexity) and downselected to the simplest one. This tends to be a more effective approach for real world general problems where things don’t line up so nicely (no pun intended).
Pls I really feel very dumb because every other person in my maths class gets higher grades than me ,I'll try my best to understand and not memorise maths but pls I'm in year 9 and gcses are not too far so pls keep making more videos about all round maths .Thankyou ❤❤
hello! im a 7th grader doing geometry hn. i spent an entire summer learning math and recently I started struggling with basic problems from concepts I had learned before (counting, probability, etc.) it just doesn't seem like anything's clicking anymore. i hope I can rekindle my passion for math and eventually go back to, if not better than where I was before (esp since its like math counts tryouts season rn) Thanks wAmy!
Hey, I don't know if you'll be able to read this but I'm really glad I saw this video.
My math teacher just writes equations on the board and expects us to get a handle on it right away! She told us at the beginning of the semester that 'I won't teach you, I'll just write the question on the board and solve it for you'.
I know people say that life won't always give you great teachers and you'll just have to learn yourself, but it's so nerve-wrecking when you don't know where to even start, and you're about to apply to university with a class you have a 44/100 in. I'm probably going to have to redo the course, but wow did I feel dumb until watching this video. I'll be sure to try these tips out!
Hey Amy, I just wanted to let you know that I love your content and that you are changing the lives of thousands of kids across the world. Your math advice is truly fantastic, so I have a video request that I would greatly appreciate from you: training for math competitions.
Without paying for courses like Brilliant, I'm not really sure what the best way to prepare for math competitions is. Sure, I could solve countless practice problems on AOPS, but I doubt that that's the most efficient way to improve.
I would greatly appreciate a video on this. Thank you for everything you've done!
Aw I appreciate your support and kind words! Glad my videos are helpful. I’ve been thinking about a video on math competitions but I am sorry to say I’m struggling coming up with what would be most helpful. What specific questions might you have? Super helpful as I make the video!
@@wamyy5
1. I would love to learn about the different mental models you employ while approaching different sorts of problems.
You demonstrated one in this video and solved the inscribed square problem by simply rotating a figure. Terence Tao also made great use of mental models, noting that while attempting to estimate x, he imagines a budget of y to assist him in better conceptualizing the situation. I believe that mental models are invaluable for students attempting to improve their performance in math contests, as well as math in general. It would be very helpful if you could give your insight on this.
2. In addition, there are so many ideas assessed at math contests that it could be overwhelming to even begin as you have no idea where to start or how to progress.
If you could give guidance on the sequence in which topics should be learned (counting, geometry, number theory, probability, etc.), it would make the process less overwhelming and assist people in getting started as well as expedite their progression along the way.
Thank you for taking the time to consider my request. I wish you the best!
@@Kratos-007 thanks for your reply and the helpful info! Two follow up questions: what solutions have you tried so far (besides AOPS)? For example, have you tried other UA-cam channels and if so, which ones? If you had a magic wand, what would you want to most be resolved?
@@wamyy5 Website-wise, without including AOPS, I used Khan Academy to learn the absolute basics and Brilliant for learning more advanced concepts.
UA-cam-wise, I've watched TheBeautyOfMath and Chen Hongming for competition-specific learning and The Math Sorcerer, Numberphile, and 3Blue1Brown for general enrichment.
If I had a magic wand, I would definitely choose to learn about mental models.
to be math major remember to be good at math like everything and area volume area have 2D and volume have 3D shapes or cubes
Hi! I'm currently a 10th grade student studying to (hopefully) get into the engineering field. A problem I am facing is that I've recently moved to a new school which has advanced a lot further in math than my old school has and I haven't learnt half the stuff they've already taught. My question is, how do I catch-up on missing knowledge gaps while still being able to use my current math knowledge to keep up with new material. I love your videos so much & this one also helped me realize to start understanding math instead of memorizing! I hope you are able to give me any advice. Love ur channel! ❤❤❤
This was me my freshmen year (currently a senior). I would advise you practice. Inquire with the teacher on subjects that you missed and work on them in your spare time. Make notice of the people in your class who do well and see if they can help you! 😊
My friends and I run an online tutoring group in our free time. I would be happy to help!
My math's is so bad like I got a 27 % In my first semester I hope after this video I will live up to my goal and get atleast an 70% and work up to where I'm much better
If you are my maths teacher, then i am ready to be Einstein..
Thank you for this information as an upcoming 8 grader who has a bit of a struggle with multiplication, division, and number lines. This helped me to realize that I really need to take my time and actually understand.
I GOT 71/75
Is this AJ or Aretha
@@Eden-jellybean20 uhh... None
im an English student, but part of my passion for the humanities is wanting to find the beauty in every subject HAHAH i really want to love math
My problem is actually quite different. My problem occurs while im taking a math exam. I study as much as i can, and even if im not able to practice all the questions from my practice workbook that our school provides us with, i do solve all "types" questions in order to ensure i've learned every concept. But when sit for the exam, this math anxiety just creeps over me and i end up panicking during the exam, and my mind becomes a mess. I've tried to overcome this by solving sample question papers a few days before the exam, but it has not really helped. What can i do?
its really weird bc even with my anxiety, i can manage to get like 80-86% so can't help but wonder if i can get like a 95% if i overcome my anxiety.. i reallyy want to score like 95+ in math
omg this is so true ... it's not like I'm dumb or not math problem it's just that I mess up my exams even after so much practice
Samee problem
Try to be calm. Breath slowly, it also happened to me but just a few seconds, when I felt stuck and my mind stop working. Some drink of water would help. Lastly, try to solve problems on a school theme, so you would adopt the environment when you ever take a test or exam
An hour before the test, take some magnesium, bacopa, lemon balm, and kelp. Your problem is caused by bad nutrition.
THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEED!!! Like sometimes my mind tells me what is math for anyway? If I don't understand the concept of mathematics if the majority of teachers don't tell us the real definition of mathematics disclaimer but sometimes I feel some of the math teachers I saw in my life just flex their mathematics and just let us figure it out without really explaining what mathematics really is if you read this mathematics according to the owner of this content literally says Math is not really complex if you find the necessary step and not memorizing just do step by step using necessarily part to solve the problem and everything will make more sense
Things I wish my parents could teach me
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I was on top of my class in math, but when I was sick I finally tried the practice papers for a big math exam that I'll take in 6 months, and I got a lower score than I expected. So even though I didn't really find out why I did so bad (now that I think about it maybe solving math problems while sick is not the best idea or reflection of my abilities when healthy) I at least now know why my classmates are struggling and next time someone complains about how they don't understand how they're not good at math can recommend your video to them, beacause it does seem useful!
have you made a video about why you’re working as a management consultant while having a ChemE degree? i’m really curious about this. thank you!
Yes, the information is here! ua-cam.com/video/p35hcwbU1AA/v-deo.htmlsi=IIPtg4ZH3sY43CHH
Veil's Summary Notes:
This is How To ACE Math Step-By-Step.
- It's not about how many formulas you know. Instead, it's all about your problem solving skills and math sense.
But let's start with problem solving.
- Problem = Anything that humans pretend to have a missing piece of information to.
- Solution = That 'missing' piece of information which was never missing to begin with.
- So To solve a problem, all you have to do is express the connections of this missing piece of information that isn't really missing, but always existed within the problem's context, yet people pretend it is missing just for the sake of challenging our mental capabilities.
Getting back to math sense, don't just learn excessive amounts of formulas without understanding HOW to use them in the first place. That's where your math sense comes in.
Note: Math Sense = Math Skills.
The greater your Math Sense, the less you need to memorize.
Your Math Sense is basically the Cheat skill that will help you solve ANY Problem that comes your way in Math.
This is HOW You Acquire it;
1. Prioritize Understanding Over Memorizing.
For example, for the square root of 25, don't worry about memorizing the fact that; "the square root of 25 is 5."
Instead, focus on understanding the actual step by step process you need to take, to find the "square root" of something.
In other words, focus on understanding the meanings of each symbols and terms, especially the steps they require you to take.
Once you do understand these MAiN symbols/figures and what steps they require you to take, then you can do practice problems with ease.
You don't need to use any advanced memorization techniques once you understand, because when you do practice problems or your homeworks and assignments, then these operations will become engraved in your memory, whether you like it or not!
2. Break Your Math Problem into Parts.
Usually, we don't understand the foundations behind bigger math problems, that's why we tend to get stuck. Therefore, doing this will help spot our gaps in knowledge.
We know when we lack a certain knowledge when we look at the individual parts within the problem, and go, "huh?"
If you don't understand some parts within that problem, then break those parts down even further untill you spot familiar concepts you can use to build on your understanding.
If you break down the parts within a problem, but still don't understand those parts, then KEEP Breaking Those Parts Down Further! Keep breaking them down to something sooo basic, that it is impossible for you to NOT understand it.
3. Review Fundamentals on a Deeper Level.
After you've understood the fundamentals of each parts within the problem on the previous step, now is the time to solidify those concepts!
Watch some extra videos or do some extra research to clarify why the steps work, as well as their origins.
This will deepen your understanding.
You can also do practice problems to test, strengthen, and gain feedback for your understanding. Either use materials provided by your teachers or find free resources online.
Note that these are fundamental problems and NOT similar to the original problem you were dealing with. These little problems are to help you gain an basic understanding inorder to add to the original problem you were working on. For example, you'll work on 1+1=2 as your fundamental problems before moving to your original problem, which could be something like 12+13=25.
Repeat this step as much as you feel like it. Your internal feeling of certainty will be your guide.
4. Put The Pieces Together, and Then Reference The Solution.
Basically, try solving the original question yourself, as well as others similar to it once you've nailed the fundamental practice problems.
Do this without looking at the answer key.
If you get to a part and feel stuck, you still must NOT look at the answer key... Yet.
Because the mental strain you feel is How your brain forces itself to access the recent understandings you've just created during the first few steps leading up to here.
Staying in this state of discomfort whilst forcing yourself to figure it out (even if your answer key is right on the next page) will pay dividends later toward your Math Sense.
Only after a long while (over 20 minutes of being stuck on the same step) do you check the answe key. But before that, try do the following within your 20 minutes;
A) Write down everything you know that could be relevant.
B) Draw connections between what you know. You can use arrows or lines to show these.
C) Make your best attempt, showcasing the full thought process you have regarding the potential solution. Give your best guess here.
After doing these 3 do you check the answer key. You can then compare the provided solutions against your own, and see how similar or different they are.
This is where the problem-solving skills get built, and your Math Sense as well.
Lastly, Math is NOT Memorizing.
Knowing HOW Math Works will make you the master of your math class, and NOT the victim of difficult equations.
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AMAZING SUMMARY THANK YOU
@@wamyy5 sorry I ruined your YT algorithm by making a few pple read this instead of watching 😅 🙇 😭
@@Veilsau Ohh do people read instead of watch? Darn :/ I've seen you write notes on many videos - do you do this for fun?
@@wamyy5 Of course! It is essentially how you learn information better. Plus my brain releases dopamine when I do it, so it's a Win Win : )
im good at math but this made it 100x easier, if i ace my math test ill let u know thanks for the tips
I feel insecure around math, and wow! My jaw dropped!😮
Hahaha happy to hear :D
Thank you!
Learning start with consistency! Here to help with quick Quiz and Facts!
One quick question
How many times do you think a chapter should be revised before an exam?
Like in one of your videos you said that you were overprepared for your physics exam and that is why you could get a 5 despite having a migraine an hour before. So how do we reach that *overprepared* state?
imo from watching a lot of study videos and etc, i think the most important thing to prepare for classes like math, science, etc is to do practice problems A LOT and memorize formulas. practice problems can help you understand the questions and familiarize you with them
practice exams, practice questions, reviewing notes and highlighting doesnt help at all.
I wish I was one of your students!! I have beeen understanding so much stuff because of you!!❤ btw can you do pie next like the math equation my little brother wants to learn and I would love that he would learn from you!!
Hey, Amy. Just came across your channel and it's amazing! 🤩
I struggle with maths and science subjects generally (probably because of the gap year I took after secondary school). But now that I've begun university, I often find it hard to study school material for long periods, I easily get distracted, demotivated when studying physics, chemistry or maths, and I'M VERY, VERY SLOW, making my study sessions last very long with me only doing like 5 practice questions in my 4 pomodoro study sessions (that I probably didn't even understand well).
The long time it takes for me to understand per study session, and the fact that I only end up really internalising a little highly demotivate me to study. But because I like screen time, I'm trying to use it for good by trying study apps. But I haven't found any good ones!
Could you, please, suggest apps for me to use - aside from Quizlet, Khan Academy, Anki - or suggest how I can use these ones better to suit my Nigerian university's curriculum, and give me advice for my very slow, time-consuming pace of learning that leads to my demotivation?
I still don't understand it, but I'll actually look up stuff and try to now! Thank you so much for the video, and keep up the good work!
Hi Amy, I'm a sophomore and have been watching your videos for a long time and I wanna to ask you: Do good universities in the US look at freshmen grades? Because I didn't have the best freshmen grades and now I'm kinda worried
While they are weighted less than other years, they are still looked at. The best you can do to fix it (since you can’t go back in time and get straight As) is to try to have a SUPER upward trend in your grades. Like say you got a few Bs freshman in all Normal/Honors classes. Try to get all As for the next few years taking more and more APs each year and maybe some dual enrollment
I’m also a sophomore, and yes, they do. Do better from here in out and focus on what you’re into you. Universities want to see who you are, not just on a school file.
I agree with the replies to your comment. I appreciate everyone in this community helping each other out! :)
You know Amy, I love how you always mention how your dad was the one explaining math to you and truly helping you understand it in your younger years. Idk why, it just reminds me of my dad. Anyway, I love your videos!
Love that
3:20 "if you're just born smart bro then you can get the answers without struggle" like cmon, who the hell thinks about rotating that out of the blue? Whats the prompt for thinking something like that? Its so random, either you already solve that problem with the square rotated and then your brain mapped this problem into that problem or otherwise i dont get it... another one would be the subconscious instinct of wanting the edges of the inner square to touch the outer square and then justifying the rotation by the fact that it doesnt change the areas of the problem? Cmom nobody can come up with tricks like these for novel problems in timed tests unless they're like euler or something... its even faster to do it old way that spending 1 h on finding a tricky way
I've done math competitions for 5 years and mathletes use problem-solving skills to find tricks much faster! It takes a growth mindset to get there :)
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I was never really bad at math but i was never good too , in 6th grade i got a little less 70% on a maths exam , it broke me indeed it was my birthday we got the test results and i cried . But i tried to improve and scored 71 out of 80 in the final term . The actuall twist came in 7th grade when we got a new maths teacher he used to teach and not just make us blindly copy the answers , and because of his teaching method and a lot of fucus i scored 79 out of 80 in the seventh grade mid term and since then i have had a special love for maths , now i dont take it as a problem i take it as a game now . Another truth is the more you practice a subject the more you love it . At last i would like to thank Mr. Vivek sharma for actually being helpful and a great teacher in the subject of mathematics.
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I never struggled with math. Never felt i needed a special trick, if any i would stay away from solutions that involved moving objects as my 'spatial view' is my weakness, but i am happy it worked for you.
What improved my mathematics interest and skills: 1.) expieriencing how friendly people excel in mathematics, 2.) reading books about things (archeology, machines, weather, drawing) requiring mathematics or about history and development of mathematics (when why what who).
In elementary school I was normal average, my main interest were biology, animals and people and drawing. This changed after receiving personal extra lessons by a female math university student, not only getter better with the taught lessons but also more sustainly interested. Later I studied electrical engineering specialized in computer engineering (Technische Informatik) with a diplom thesis about programming a PC software with a user friendly user interface for mechanical beam/bar static system, based on matrix calculations from bar system part specific matrices and state vectors, calcuating the resulting equation system, together solving it, setting all results again into a state run of the whole system to get all states of all parts (as numeric table or diagram of delta distance-length/force, delta angulars/torsion). Which gave me the best degree of my semester.
"just be creative" great advice :)
I was amazing at math like I wouldn’t get anything below a 100%, but ever since I started freshman year, I started to fail statistics. I’m looking forward to trying ur technique 🤩
The key is to listen, memorize what requires it, and understand the patterns when you get to higher math. I did very well in HS, and was too busy chasing ...... in college and did not do as well as I would have liked.
Hahaha 😆 “Drop a like if you thought that was cool…” I had to Subscribe when you said that😂
I had some great teachers of math in elementary school who helped me understand math, and geometry, from the get go. However, i do have an amazing memory so, memorizing formulas, for me, was a piece of cake. Memorizing arithmetic tables was facilitated by my grandmother drilling them before class. I still remember all geometry formulas for areas and perimeters of regular polygons that I learned in 3rd grade. My high school teacher for arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry did make us recite formulas and they stuck. I can recite back to you binomial expansions, factorization of simple polynomials, geometry formulas, trigonometric definitions and identities. I, then, went to engineering college and I can still recall formulas for derivatives of products and quotients, the chain rule, L’Hopital’s ruble for limits, tables of derivatives, tables of anti derivatives, integration by substitution, integration by parts, formulas from multi variate calculus, lineal algebra, vector analysis, and differential equations. I still remember all the basic definitions of statistics of samples, and the most common parametric probability distributions from my college years. Definitely understand math very well, but train your memory also, is a great combination.
I was behind and now I have a aid for math I don't really study but now I know how to thank you! I'll tell you what I got on my math exam