Learning math,
one step at a time.
Tips, methods, and tricks to make progress in high school math.
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Math tips
The shortcut almost nobody knows for certain quadratic equations
Before reaching for the quadratic formula, glance at the coefficients for two seconds — a simple shortcut can skip the whole calculation.
Ace your exams
The mistakes that cost the most points on the provincial exam
They're almost never comprehension mistakes. They're small habits that lose points needlessly — and they're easy to fix.
Math tips
How to instantly tell if your answer is impossible
A 3-second reflex that stops you from handing in an absurd answer without even noticing.
Math tips
Why your calculator shows "Math ERROR"
This message isn't a bug. It's your calculator politely telling you that something in your calculation doesn't make mathematical sense.
Study methods
The reflex that lets you check a factorization
A simple trick to be sure your factorization is correct, without having to ask your teacher.
Ace your exams
How to study effectively one week before an exam
Re-reading your notes isn't studying. Here's what actually works in the last 7 days before a math exam.