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Top 7 Ways to Raise Your Math Grades

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Top 7 Ways to Raise Your Math Grades

Many students and parents ask for tips and approaches to help them learn Math more effectively. Here’s my top 7 list, which can be applied to any level of mathematics.

Top 7 Ways to Raise Your Math Grades

Focus on mastering that issue before going on to the next one if you don’t comprehend something.


It may appear simple, but it is really necessary. Consider the case of a student learning Algebra. Let’s imagine he or she is having trouble learning how to subtract and add negative and positive integers. We all struggle with this at first because it is a difficult subject for most pupils. Some pupils in this position, frustrated that they “can’t” understand one topic, will go on to the next class in the hopes of understanding that one.

With each lesson, work sample problems and double-check your answers to acquire practice. The entire basis of the DVD series is to “learn by example,” and it is by far the most effective method of learning Math. Begin working examples from the conclusion of the chapter after watching the DVD and reading the part in your textbook. Make sure to complete and check all of the problems that have answers in the back of the book. Even if you believe it will be too “easy” to solve, start with the simplest problem in your book. It is critical to increasing your self-assurance. This is why the DVD courses start with simple problems that everybody can comprehend. Work your way through your book’s problems, checking your answers as you go. You’re ready to move on to the next section after working a dozen or more problems from the section (two dozen is ideal). Many students desire to get through a class as quickly as possible in order to get to the next one. You cannot become an expert on a portion of a Math book by simply reading it. You must solve issues. You’re not ready to go on if you can’t solve problems. The good news is that working through problems will boost your confidence, and in Math, confidence is everything.

Do not “plan out a path from problem to answer” in your thoughts before writing anything down when working on a Math problem.


This happens to me virtually every day. When someone looks at a Math issue, it is very usual for them to try to “figure it out” in their heads before writing anything down. Take, for example, Algebra. When a beginner student sees an equation, he or she may be tempted to answer it in their heads rather than writing it down. When it comes to Word Problems, students are most tempted to do this. It’s popular to believe that because a word problem is written in sentence form, you can “think your way to the answer.” I’ll admit that I never, ever answer a math issue without first writing it down. Ever.

You should start by writing out the problem. Then you take one step at a time to fix it. Even the simplest things should be written down. What you need to make sure of is that each and every step you write down is completely lawful. To put it another way, if you’re solving an equation and you deduct “10” from both sides, write it down. Then perform the subtraction in the NEXT step. Then, if you need to divide both sides by “2,” write it down…then do the division in the NEXT step. This creates a paper trail that you can use to double-check your work, as well as allowing you to divide the problem down into manageable portions.

When you’re studying or doing schoolwork, try to find a peaceful spot.


When I was in school, I was the worst offender. While doing my homework, I used to listen to music all the time. While studying, I’d also listen to the television as “background noise.” Over time, I learned that I could focus considerably better if I had a peaceful environment with no background noise. When I was reading, for example, I discovered that if I was listening to something else, I would have to read something three or four times, however if I had some quiet, I only had to read it once. While many people enjoy listening to music while studying, I believe that it is much more successful if you do not. Find a peaceful location in your house or at the library to meditate.

Never, ever work math problems in pen.


This one is quite straightforward. It’s only a matter of time before you make a mistake. When you do, you’ll want to totally erase and rewrite your mistake. You’ll never want to wipe something out and then write next to it again. This will result in a difficult-to-read document, and the scratch-outs will just add to your anxiousness about answering these difficulties. You’re looking for tidy, clean paper with a neat, well-thought-out solution.

Keep your solutions neat and line-by-line.


Working problems vertically, with one step on each line, is the best way to go. Never work in a horizontal position. Although it may require more paper, you will be able to track your actions much more easily. More importantly, the teacher will have a much easier time following your work, allowing him or her to offer you half credit. You will not receive any marks for your reasoning process if there are only two steps when there should be ten. The steps you put down reveal what you’re thinking and how you’re approaching the problem to the teacher.

If the problem lends itself to it, draw a picture of the problem.


This is especially useful for students of trigonometry, calculus, and physics, but it may also be used to any fundamental arithmetic or algebra word problem. Please, even if your drawing is simple, do yourself a favour and make a picture of what the problem is expressing. We are visual beings, therefore depicting the issue forces us to comprehend what the problem actually wants. It aids in the decision-making process. If you’re studying physics, you should make a graphic for each problem you solve. If you’re studying Calculus, you should absolutely make illustrations for all rate problems. Draw a picture of all of your 3-dimensional problems if you’re in Calculus 2 or Calculus 3. (3d integrals). Draw the circumstance where Jenny offers Bob two pencils and Bob gives one away in basic math. It will greatly assist you in determining how to continue. Remember that there is no such thing as a magic bullet when it comes to mastering Math. It comes with practice and taking things one step at a time. The tips above will assist you in your math studies and instill confidence in you. And when it comes to mastering any level of math, confidence is the name of the game.


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