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How to ADD any two MIXED-FRACTIONS QUICKLY

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Many Standardized Math Tests have problems that have MIXED-FRACTIONS to be solved by ADDITION, directly or indirectly, and since the tests are timed it is very important that these operations are done QUICKLY... more »

How to ADD or SUBTRACT any two fractions QUICKLY.

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To ADD or SUBTRACT any two fractions,one must first find a Least Common Denominator,(L.C.D.). The process of finding the (L.C.D.) can be difficult at times. This article will show how to add or subtract any two fractions without having to find ... more »

How to FACTOR a QUADRATIC TRINOMIAL, by using the QUADRATIC FORMULA.

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There are many Techniques to factor a QUADRATIC TRINOMIAL. " Trial and Error ", is one of the many techniques, that works well with those QUADRATIC TRINOMIALS whose constant coefficients, A, B and C are nice. This Article will show a ... more »

How to Find the SQUARE ROOT of ANY POSITIVE REAL NUMBER without the use of a CALCULATOR !!! ( PART 1 ).

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" LOOK MOM, NO CALCULATOR !!! " There are many different Techniques on how to find the Square Root of any positive REAL NUMBER, this Article will show an interesting Algorithm to find the SQUARE ROOT OF ANY POSITIVE REAL NUMBER without ... more »

How to know when one fraction is larger than another fraction.

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In many mathematics exams the situation arises when it very important to know when one fraction is greater than another fraction. Especially in a subtraction problem when the smaller fraction needs to be subtracted from the larger fraction. Also ... more »

How to MENTALLY ADD or SUBTRACT two FRACTIONS

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To ADD (1 / 4) + (1 / 5) ... First, you ADD 5 + 4 which equals 9. Then, you MULTIPLY 5 x 4 which equals 20, you write your answer as 9 / 20. To SUBTRACT (1 / 4) - (1 / 5)... First, you SUBTRACT 5 - 4 which equals 1. Then, you ... more »

How to MULTIPLY or DIVIDE any two Fractions QUICKLY.

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In many Math Tests several problems involve the addition, subtraction, the MULTIPLICATION and the DIVISION of fractions. Most if not all these Math Tests are timed. This article article wiil show step-by-step how to MULTIPLY or DIVIDE any two ... more »

How to MULTIPLY or DIVIDE two MIXED-FRACTIONS QUICKLY

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In many Timed Math Tests there are certain problems that directly or indirectly have the operations of MULTIPLICATION or DIVISION of MIXED-FRACTIONS. This article will show how to do these operations QUICKLY... more »

How to prepare for an exam

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A big exam to study for and not enough time. Do you pull an all-nighter or just not study? Learn how to avoid these issues in some easy steps... more »

How to Prepare for the SAT

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The SAT is perhaps the most important test in one's life. Adequately preparing for it is essential. This article tells you how... more »

How to Study For A Test

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How to study for a test.. more »

How to SUBTRACT two MIXED-FRACTION QUICKLY.

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Many Standardized Math Tests have problems that, directly or indirectly, have the SUBTRACTION of MIXED-FRACTIONS, and since these tests are timed, it is very Important that this operation is done quickly. This Article will show you how... more »

How to Identify the DIFFERENT TYPES of FRACTIONS

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The DIFFERENT NAMES given to a FRACTION can be very confusing. This Article will Identify the TYPE of FRACTIONS with their respective NAMES... more »

How to MENTALLY SQUARE numbers whose last digit is 5.

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In many math tests where calculators are not allowed, and the squaring of many numbers are required, especially numbers that end with the digit five ( 5 ), there is an interesting technique so as to square these numbers, see the following steps.. more »

How to prepare for a test.

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Here are a few tips to help you get ready for that major test!.. more »

How to REDUCE a FRACTION to Lowest Terms.

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The Fraction (7 / 14) can be simplified to (1 / 2). The Fraction (9 / 18) can be simplified to (1 / 2). In a Math exam it is more beautiful to work with Fractions that are expressed in lowest terms. Which 0f the following two problems do you ... more »

How to Find the SQUARE ROOT of a number MENTALLY

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In many math tests a calculator is not allowed, and there are several problems,such as the Quadratic Formula, the Pythagaros Theorem that require finding the Square Root of a number. Here is an interesting method... more »

How to KNOW IF and WHEN a QUADRATIC TRINOMIAL is FACTORABLE, QUICKLY.

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Many Quadratic Trinomials seem to be factorable initially. But after many trials and time wasted, the conclusion is, it cannot be factored. In this Article, you will learn how to determine IF and when a QUADRATIC TRINOMIAL is FACTORABLE QUICKLY... more »

How to Mentally ADD or SUBTRACT a whole number and a fraction

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In many mathematics tests, precious time is wasted in solving many problems that include basic operations with fractions. Time can be saved if these operations are performed mentally. For example...how to ADD ... 7 + (3 / 8) and how to ... more »

How to improve your GMAT Math score

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A high score in the GMAT exam is essential to get admission in top business schools. The GMAT exam is made of three parts: GMAT Verbal, GMAT Math and Analytical Writing. Usually GMAT Exam takers have years of training and practice in the verbal ... more »

How to Prepare for the ACT

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Your high school career is ending, and you need to figure out what's next. If it's college, chances are you will be taking the ACT, a test used to predict a student's ability to succeed in college. The test consists of four multiple choice test ... more »

How to Get into Harvard

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So you think you really want to go to Harvard, the school with the most difficult application process in the country..... more »

How to Get into Yale

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Yale is an excellent college. Here are some tips for getting in... more »

How to Prepare for the Math Section of the ACT

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The ACT is divided into four sections. The math section containing 60 questions that test basic math skills. You can complete the math section of the ACT easily if you remember the following set of simple steps for each question on the test... more »

How to Conquer the ACT

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Nothing will raise your blood pressure quite like, or knock more years off your life than, the horrific college admission exam: the ACT. First issued in 1959, this test has terrified masses of high school students for well over forty years. But ... more »

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