The math book for anyone who thinks they hate math, full of easy, entertaining and practical tricks for mentally solving problems in seconds.
No matter how much you might try to avoid numbers, we all use math every day to calculate a tip, figure out an interest rate, or estimate the cost of the groceries in your cart. But the good news is, math can be easyand even funif you know how to do it all in your head.
With these simple and downright magical math tricks, you can do everyday math faster than it takes to dig out your phone and find the calculator app. Step-by-step and easy-to-memorize directions show more than 125 math operations anyone can do in their head.
Plus, it features do-it-yourself math projects, puzzles, and a bonus section for advanced mathophiles. Get ready to tackle problems such as . . .
How to easily square any number
How to add three-digit numbers
How to use a mirror to measure the height of a building
How to make a ruler out of a dollar bill
How to use geometry to paint walls, cut floor tiling, and do other home renovations
How to subtract numbers . . . by adding