Maths Resources (page 24)

How to find the mean, median, and mode (of a set of data):In everyday life, when someone talks about the average, they`re usually talking about the mean of a set of data. So, the "a...

When will I ever use this? It's a question famously asked by Maths students and dreaded by Maths teachers. Yet I believe it's an important one to understand, both for students and ...

Question: Why do you multiply the reciprocal of the 2nd fraction, by the first when dividing fractions?Explanation: Let`s use an analogy here where divide means share/split. If you sh...

Question: Evaluate 253/2 giving your answer as an integer. (2 marks)Basic understanding: Evaluate just means " write this number in a different form/find the answer". In this case the...

"Maths is all around us!" as the saying goes. How true do you think this statement is? Well, here are some interesting maths facts that you won`t normally come across in class. Be pre...

Have you ever wondered how you would go about designing a new leaf if creation was left up to you? Designing the more intricate details than the overall shape in plants seems a li...

Having a good knowledge of Maths at a general level is essential in our everyday life. Whether you are at a supermarket, having a conversation with someone at work or at home. Fractio...

4.3 General question approachWith that covered, we can now look at my generalized recommended question approach, with reasonings for each step. This approach applies to all questions ...

1.2 What s needed to ensure good grades?1) Knowledge of the material2) Practice in applying said knowledge to exam questions3) a) Problem solving knowledge and practiceb) Confiden...

1.1 Formulating the problemIn the western world, the early education system largely focuses on learning by rote, adhering to syllabuses and checking boxes. It really does not encourag...