When the primary people who have influence and power in our communities are not even really allowed to educate you on who to vote for and against, we're in trouble.
Shaun KingRead
In a way, math isn't the art of answering mathematical questions, it is the art of asking the right questions, the questions that give you insight, the ones that lead you in interesting directions, the ones that connect with lots of other interesting questions -the ones with beautiful answers.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Math is about asking the right questions rather than just finding answers.
This quote emphasizes that the true essence of mathematics lies not just in solving problems but in formulating the right questions that inspire exploration and curiosity. It suggests that significant insights in mathematics arise from inquiry, leading to a deeper understanding and connection with a broader range of concepts.
Themes
MathQuestionsInsightExplorationCuriosity
In practice
Example use cases
In a mathematics class focused on problem-solving, I shared this quote to inspire students to think critically.
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