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Distinguish a calculation error from an ambiguous or badly specified maths problem.
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Agree on the words before arguing about the answer
Use definitions, examples and historical references to make a disagreement more precise.
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Does your learning make you more independent?
Questions for judging whether education develops understanding, judgment and responsible independence.
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Before sharing a statistic, ask what was counted
Check the denominator, time period and source before turning a striking number into a conclusion.
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When does 2 plus 2 become 22?
Use a familiar joke to distinguish adding quantities from joining written symbols.
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Write an argument another person can examine
Move from an opinion to a clear claim, supporting evidence and a revision that answers a serious objection.
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