A Mind for Numbers
How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)
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In this book, you may be surprised to learn that the brain is designed to do extraordinary mental calculations. We do it every time we catch a ball, or maneuver our car around a pothole in the road. We often do complex calculations, solve complex equations unconsciously, unaware that we sometimes know the solution as we slowly work toward it. In fact, we all have a natural feel and flair for math and science. We just need to master the lingo and the culture.
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