Strategies for Difficult Math Problems — and Beyond
  1. Do something. Yeah, the problem is hard. …
  2. Simplify the problem. Try smaller numbers and special cases. …
  3. Reflect on successes. You’ve solved lots of problems. …
  4. Focus on what you haven’t used yet. …
  5. Work backwards. …
  6. Ask for help. …
  7. Start early. …
  8. Take a break.

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