I find it difficult to solve problems including Algebraic Manipulation?
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if you find difficult with algebric maths then try some other maths
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Multiplication and division are basically just a matter of memorization.  I know if you're just learning it, its hard.  I remember having trouble as well when I first started.  But keep at it.  It will get frustrating at times, but keep at it.  The problem with math is that as you go farther, you need to remember everything you've already learned.  But otherwise, it can be real easy.  Just keep at it and you'll do fine.
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this has happened to me before on my 89. it's usually when the expression is too complicated--that is, it would take the calculator more memory than it has to solve it. so i'd recommend trying to first simplify the expression and then enter it. For instance, don't leave things in terms like sin(2) when you can just get an approximate number for that. maybe that's it?
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Not just algebra...but anything in this world looks hard until we understand/learn it. So dont worry. \n\nNow, to give you some help regarding algebra. I I have answered a similar question before. Somebody asked what's the best way to teach algebra. I have answered them with a helpful link (see the link below), where they have video lessons of algebra for free. A professor teaches you algebra from scratch and gives real-world examples from time to time. He makes it look so easy that you not only would find algebra easy but interesting too. Here is the link.\n\nhttp://64.78.42.182/free-ed/Math/Algebra/Algebra01_VidLect.asp
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There are numerous solving strategies... too long to explain here.  Most people work a layer at a time (top third, middle third and bottom third).  There are other strategies that align the corners then do the middle squares.\n\nI would just do a search of the web and you'll find lots of information on solving the cube, speed cubing, blind cubing, etc.
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"just need to memorize all the formulas and keep practicing maths even if u dont get it... it helps in long run.."\n\nThat is terrible advice. Do not listen to that. That may be a way to pass math classes, but it is not a way of understanding math. (I refuse, to this day to memorize the quadratic formula) I guess it depends on what exactly you are struggling with. Algebra is probably the one that gets a lot of people, and once you don't understand that, you're kinda screwed on calculus & all others that follow.
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I used to hate Math because I couldn't do simple algebra, but then I forced myself to practice and I gradually improved.\n\nThe trick is to understand the basic concepts regarding the chapter you are studying, then start practicing simple questions and then try doing your tutorial questions and challenging questions.\n\nThe trick is really to practice, practice and practice! That's the most foolproof way to ace Math. Trust me. :)
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It's a real "use-it-or-lose-it" skill, but most people find that their major problem in mathematics is a poor understanding of the basic ideas. And I do mean basic! Math is a harsh mistress, and those small 'easy' mistakes often trip people over more than larger problems! So take a crack at any problem areas you KNOW you have and stuff, stuff, stuff your brains with it!
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I think that what's so tough about math, and why everybody hates it so much, is that it's kind of like "gym class" for the brain.  It's hard at first, even painful if you're not used to it, but the only way for it to get better is to do a bunch of hard, boring exercises until you get used to it.  Just as exercising is hard at first, once you start building up muscles it starts to get easier.  It's almost literally the same way for your brain, except instead of "building up" your brain, you're actually creating new pathways in your brain.  It's like clearing a path through a jungle; it's really hard going at first, but it gets easier each time you go over it.\n\nYou do have to "get it" to begin with, though.  That's where your teachers come in.  If you're not understanding something, get them to help.  That's their job.  You may want to talk to your parents about it, and maybe look into getting a tutor.\n\nGood luck.  Just remember:  The second time is always easier than the first.  The third time is easier than the second.  The fourth time...
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That is a long problem to work out for only two points--it is simple algebra though.
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Sorry to say but there are no eureka moments in mathematics. There is only a couple of tips that I can give you: practice and practice smart. And focus and pay attention at class. When you practice though, dont practice using just one question book. Try different ones and try different levels of difficulty. The thing about academical mathematics is that the more you are experienced with many questions, the better you become. If you encounter a question that you cant do, ask somebody who can. Pay attention to the way of solving rather than the answer itself. All the best. Love+peace
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Dear friend, I think your problem is either understanding or or basic mathematics ( some principles and rules ).\n\n"EVERY THING IS DIFFICULT BEFORE THEY ARE EASY"\n\nFirst understnd the peoblem and then think what are the next. Do everything effectively and efficiently. you ask your teacher once or twice or thrice or.... until you undertstood the problem. Understnding creates east of every thing. good luck...\n\n\n\n\n\nhttp://futureaccountant.com\n\nhttp://schoolingkids.com
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The best way to attack proving problems in geometry is to answer and answer more proving related problem. No one can help to solve a problem. No one can help you speed up how you solve. It's you who can do that.\n\nMost of my classmates want to be good in algebra.\nBut they hate to solve algebraic proble,.\nI told them to try  answering all the questions and exercises in a book of algebra. At first, they did not believe what I have told them. Until they realize that they are becoming better and better in attacking problems in algebra.\n\nSo i think, it's up tp you if you will be good in proving geometric relations.\nI have also done it myself.\nAnd i can't believe believe that i can answer a problem with ease. It only took me a few second to answer a problem that my classmates took lots of minutes to answer.\n\nBelieve me. Solve and solve lots of problem. And you will soon realize that you will solve difficult problems with ease.
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Well. Do you know how to work rational expressions in general? The first link below is a useful general resource and has a section on rational expressions and polynomial long division; the second is specifically on rational expressions at college intro-level.\n\nI used to tutor math and I found that most people's difficulty with word problems was not the actual math, it was extracting the appropriate equations from the words. Once they had the equations, they could solve them (assuming they'd learned the basics). \n\nI'd find it pretty difficult to give you general guidelines on "how to solve word problems with rational expressions" but the main trick with word problems is to figure out a) what variables are involved, and assign each of them a letter (e.g., speed of first train is x, time it has been travelling is y, speed of second train is z...), b) sort out the relationship between them (e.g. x = 2z/5), and c) make sure you know what *exactly* is being asked. It is not at all uncommon for word problems to include extraneous information (colour of train, age of driver) to muddle the issue.\n\nYour best bet is almost certainly to go ask your teacher, professor, TA, tutor, study group, or classmate-who-understands-it for help. They will be better able to figure out where your problem is if they can watch you work through an actual example.
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ok, i think one will be where you have to solve a word problem dealing with alegebra. One with number sentences that have a letter on one side of the problem and letters on both sides of the problem. i could be wrong, but i'm trying to help.
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I don't think you will find it hard. They usually start from the basics even in college. But you have to visit the prof or tutors outside the class to be clear on some things.\n\nGo for it if you want to take it.\n\nI disagree with most of the answers below -  I took algebra in college and the first couple of weeks is usually a refresh of what is thought in high school. It dosen't start getting difficult until later on in the semester. Maybe I'm just smart but Algebra is one of the easiest form of math.
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first make sure you have the basic math skills down, then do problems...do problems and then do more problems...lots of practice can make anything easier...unfortunately there is no way to get around this...