alleryWhat is wrong with how equations are taught?
ATaught in the wrong class
BThey are never written down
CTaught as ends in themselves
DTaught using only pictures
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Taught as ends in themselves
1. The paper says representations are sadly taught as ends in themselves.
2. For example, equations are taught, but using one to show the link between force and acceleration is not examined.
3. So the issue is purpose, not writing, class or pictures.
_Source: NCERT National Focus Group Position Paper on Teaching of Mathematics, 5.1.1 Processes_
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