On Difficulties with Fractions.

Hasemann, Klaus

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On Difficulties with Fractions.

Hasemann, Klaus

Educational Studies in Mathematics, v12 n1 p71-87 Feb 1981

Students recognized as less successful individuals in mathematics are tested for their understanding of fractions. The data reveals that most were only able to apply remembered rules to problems without actually knowing if the rule worked for the given situation. (MP)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Algorithms, Fractions, Learning Problems, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Rational Numbers, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

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