Math

Study of numbers, quantities, shapes, and patterns.

Numbers and CountingShapes and GeometryPatterns and Sequences
Fractions and DecimalsMeasurement and UnitsIntroduction to Algebra
Math in ShoppingMath in SportsMath at Home
Breaking Down ProblemsChecking Your Work
Numbers and CountingShapes and GeometryPatterns and Sequenc...Fractions and Decima...Measurement and Unit...Introduction to Alge...Math in ShoppingMath in SportsMath at HomeBreaking Down Proble...Checking Your Work
Study Strategies

Checking Your Work

Make Sure Your Answer Makes Sense

Always take a moment to check your answers. Read the problem again, see if your answer fits, and look for silly mistakes. Double-checking helps you catch errors and learn from them.

  • Reread each question and your solution.
  • Try solving the problem a different way to see if you get the same answer.
  • Ask yourself: Does my answer make sense for the question?

Examples

  • After finishing a math test, reviewing each question to make sure you didn't skip any steps.

  • Using addition to check your subtraction answer.