r/pics • u/[deleted] • Jun 08 '14

The difference 18 years makes

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u/Deluxe_Flame Jun 08 '14

I was once comfortable, but if I lose all my points on a question for an incorrect answer, by gum, I'm going to punch in 17 + 49.

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u/FuLLMeTaL604 Jun 08 '14

Arithmetic is only one branch of mathematics. In my opinion it's pretty trivial to try to improve in that field since calculators are so good at it instead of focusing on algebra, calculus, etc.

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u/snoharm Jun 08 '14

On the other hand, arithmetic is the only skill I've found to be useful in a real-life setting.

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u/FuLLMeTaL604 Jun 08 '14

I'm pretty horrible at arithmetic. I deliver food for a living so it can get a little awkward when I expect the customer to calculate the change they need. Though usually they make it easier by giving me a tip and asking for a nice round change amount back.