What branch of maths helps develop an effective problem solving mindset

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I have started doing maths about 5 years ago , i didnt have a math science orientation , but i have developped a study program specially for elementary algebra and geometry as well as basic statistics but didnt go further toward things like functions and trigonometry.

So after pursuig that program i have started to get into it with good sucess specially on mathematical problems dealing with equations and geometry basically middle school stuff.

Now after all these years i am preparing for my job as a production planner/programmer also known as methods agent ; And my goal is to enhance my problem solving mindset.

So witch maths (if not all maths ) helps greatly with this ?

Challenging mathematical problems, that you can solve with your knowledge and that invite you to acquire new knowledge, I think it would be a good option — ESCM, Jun 19 '19 at 18:39
Does this answer your question? How can I improve my problem solving/critical thinking skills and learn higher math? — , Oct 01 '23 at 18:23

score 0 · Answer 1 · answered Jun 19 '19 at 18:48

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There is a proof course which is a bridge between the calculus sequence and abstract courses such as modern geometry or advanced calculus or higher algebra. If you take such a course or just study a textbook in that regards you will benefit greatly.

answered Jun 19 '19 at 18:48

Mohammad Riazi-Kermani

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thanks sir profoundly. – Altx90 Jun 19 '19 at 18:50
i would like some courses in the range of intermediate level maths – Altx90 Jun 19 '19 at 19:14
If a pre-calculus course is too easy for you you may take a calculus methods course which is sometimes called a business calculus. Otherwise a pre-calculus course may help. – Mohammad Riazi-Kermani Jun 19 '19 at 19:49
Hi sir one last question . what would be a bridging course between intermediate algebra and higher algebra ? – Altx90 Jun 19 '19 at 20:46
College algebra is what you want. – Mohammad Riazi-Kermani Jun 19 '19 at 21:46
hi again mr kermani i want to know if i can communicate with you using some social media app ? – Altx90 Jun 21 '19 at 17:44
What do you mean? – Mohammad Riazi-Kermani Jun 21 '19 at 17:53
hi again. Sorry for the wait. what i mean is is there a way we can communicate apart from this website to explain to you my problem easily ? kindly badroddine – Altx90 Jul 09 '19 at 18:48
alright sir never mind – Altx90 Jul 15 '19 at 20:48

score 0 · Accepted Answer · answered Aug 31 '19 at 20:40

I think the biggest take away from math for general problem solving is that large problems can be broken into smaller problems and solved one step at a time.

Or, equivalently, solutions can be broken down into small pieces that can be reused or modified to suit other problems.

What branch of maths helps develop an effective problem solving mindset

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