WEST Wong is so skilled in mental calculation that he is able to count his grocery shopping purchases to the exact amount, even before he reaches the cashier counter to pay.
“Besides applying the skills I’ve learnt for grocery shopping, mental calculation helps with problem solving. I’ve observed that my students are able to understand and solve problems faster, compared to those who don’t practise the skill,” he said.
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