Galileo once famously described the universe as a great book “written in mathematical language and its characters are triangles, circles, and other geometrical figures.” Unfortunately, it’s a language ...

Algebra can be demystified with the right approach. Transforming word problems into mathematical expressions is crucial, alongside using formula sheets and colour-coding equations for clarity.

Some young mathematicians love algebra, but for others it can be confusing and frustrating. The problem with algebra is that learners must change the way they understand letters, numbers and symbols.