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  1. Oct 31st, 2001, 05:37 PM #1
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    If logical ability does not count, you are giving ratings to some lousy mathematicians.
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    logic, ability to abstract, memory attention span, and speed of thought.

    What was the question again?
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    I don't think mental arithmetic is very important attall.

    Skill in the mechanics of arithmetical operations is all very well but, in my opinion, is besides the point of real maths.

    I think western education systems provide too great an emphasis on the teaching of arithmatic.
    Everything I say is either loose interpretation of dubious facts or idle speculation rooted in irrational sentiment.
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  6. Nov 7th, 2001, 07:55 AM #5
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    True,

    He gave us four options.

    I chose which to put my "maths" points into
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