math

• What feeling did the author experience in sixth grade math class?

  Feeling dumb and confused
• Why did the author pretend to keep up with classmates?

  Out of embarrassment for being confused
• What did the author's dad teach them later that year?

  The magic secret of being good at math
• What achievement did the author accomplish in math competitions?

  Winning a gold medal at state level
• What subjects did the author take in their sophomore year?

  AP Calculus BC and AP Statistics
• What does the author suggest is the reason for the difference in math abilities among students?

  There is a magic secret that good students know
• How does the author simplify the problem of finding the ratio of areas?

  By rotating the inside square 45 degrees
• What does the author emphasize is more important than memorizing formulas?

  Math sense and problem-solving skills
• How does the author suggest improving math skills?

  By understanding concepts rather than memorizing
• What are the three parts of the solution to improve math skills?

  1. Break the math problem into parts
  2. Review the tools needed for each part
  3. Solve the initial big math problem independently
• What should you do if you feel stuck on a math problem?

  Write down everything you know about it
• Why is it important to compare your solution attempt with the answer key?

  To learn from mistakes and improve skills
• What does the author mean by "math is not memorizing"?

  Understanding concepts is crucial for success
• How can understanding math concepts help in real-world situations?

  It builds problem-solving skills for practical use
• What does the author encourage students to do with their math grades?

  Keep the author updated on their progress
• What is the author's current profession?

  A private tutor for ACT and SAT
• What does the author suggest about the quality of math teaching?

  Many teachers provide subpar instruction
• What is the author's attitude towards learning math?

  Encouraging and optimistic about progress
• How does the author relate their personal experience to the learning process?

  By sharing their journey from confusion to success