Tag: logical reasoning
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Intuition Can Be Cultivated, But Is There A Limit? — Insights from Chinese School Geometry Education
Drawing from my decade-long experience as a math teacher, I’ve observed that the introduction of geometric proof often marks a fresh beginning for middle school students. Interestingly, students who are good at algebra may not necessarily excel in geometry, while those under performers in elementry school may surprisingly develop a fondness for geometry. In contrast…
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What’s wrong with the logic in counting?
QuestionThree females and three males are applying for three identical positions with a company. The hiring committee wants to hire at least one woman. How many different ways can the four positions be filled? Student answerSince at least one woman will be hired, choose 1 woman out of 3 firstly to secure a woman C(3,1).…