allery'Math phobia' describes what?
ATalent for quick mental sums
BA teacher's love of puzzles
CFear and dread of mathematics
DOveruse of pocket calculators
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Fear and dread of mathematics
1. The paper notes these terms are used in popular literature for the fear children feel.
2. They describe an emotional reaction, not a talent or a teaching habit.
3. Calculator use and puzzle fondness are unrelated to the terms.
_Source: NCERT National Focus Group Position Paper on Teaching of Mathematics, 4.1 Fear and Failure_
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