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Tuesday 17 November 2009

Mathematical Intelligence

We all require some numerical skills in our lives, whether it is to calculate our weekly shopping bill or to budget how to use our monthly income. Flexibility of thought and lateral thinking processes are a few skills which are needed in order to solve these problems. Mathematical intelligence generally represents your ability to reason and to calculate basic arithmetic computations. It also helps you to understand geometric shapes and manipulate equations. Mathematical intelligence is a strong indicator of general intelligence because many every day mental tasks require arithmetical operations even though numbers may not be involved.

Here is a question which demonstrates Mathematical intelligence :


Q. A rancher is building an open-ended (straight) fence by stringing wire between posts 25 metres apart. If the fence is 100 metres long how many posts should the rancher use?

Correct Answer: 5

Jobs


Good mathematical abilities can ensure success in various actuarial, accounting or banking positions. If you are good in geometry then you could also be successful as a graphic designer, civil engineer or architect.

Tips that help increase mathematical intelligence


The best way to increase your mathematical IQ is through practice. Here are a few exercises which you can perform every day.
Estimate how much you pay per year for certain frequently purchased products.
Calculate what the change will be the next time you go shopping.
Calculate the sales tax on your own the next time you go to a restaurant.
Learn to balance your checkbook.

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