Mathematics

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Clear, organized learning paths that build strong foundations in mathematics and computer science.

Arithmetic

Percentage change and negative values

Intermediate 10 min read

When -50% means an increase: the limitation of the traditional formula, the role of absolute value and the distinction between value and distance from zero.

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Fractions, finally made visible

Intermediate 35 min read

A fraction of a whole, a fraction of a fraction, and recovering the whole: visual examples and 25 problems with hints and solutions.

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From a fraction to a percentage

Intermediate 6 min read

A path from ratios and equivalent fractions to the idea that a percentage is simply a fraction with denominator 100.

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Successive percentage changes

Intermediate 5 min read

How to combine two percentage increases or decreases, why percentages cannot simply be added, and what happens when the two changes are opposites.

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Logic

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