How do you get better at math? - Answers

Math is one of those subjects that you must practice -- the only way to get better is to do the problems until you truly understand them. Memorize your "times tables" and whatever formula or formulae are needed in your class -- knowing these by memory will make you better and faster at solving the problems.Check out the links at the bottom of the page.You get better at math by listening to your teacher. Ask questions - even if your crush is around. Ask adults that know alot about math for help. I would also suggest that you start from the basics: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and then work yourself up!!!You need to just keep practicing - like a lot of things. The more you do it, the better you get at it. But you have to be sure you're getting the right answers first! If you can't add 9+7, DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT trying to solve 9*29. That's all there is to it!Try the Art of Problem Solving Books: Intro to Number Theory, AoPS Vol 1- The Basics, AoPS Vol 2-And Beyond, Intro to Geometry, and Counting and Probability.You also may want to go to the AoPS forumJust study these all day long and you'll have not trouble.