General: Why some people aren't good at math

numeracy

the ability to understand and work with numbers

calculation

the process of using numbers to find an answer

logical thinking

the ability to think in a clear and structured way

problem-solving

the ability to find solutions to difficult situations

math anxiety

strong nervousness or fear related to mathematics

confidence

belief in your own ability to do something well

mental block

a psychological barrier that prevents someone from thinking clearly

practice

repeated activity to improve a skill

learning style

the preferred way a person understands and remembers information

memorization

the process of learning something by repeating it until it is remembered

pattern

a repeated or predictable structure or sequence

abstract thinking

the ability to understand ideas that are not concrete or physical

step-by-step approach

solving a problem by completing small stages in order

mistake tolerance

the ability to accept errors as part of learning

misconception

a wrong understanding of something

foundation

the basic knowledge needed for further learning

frustration

a feeling of anger or stress when something is difficult

concentration

the ability to focus attention on something

accuracy

the quality of being correct and exact

persistence

the ability to continue trying despite difficulties