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A STUDY OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN RELATION TO PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

ABSTRACT

Though it may seem daunting at first, mathematics plays an important role in our daily lives and is therefore a subject worthy of careful study. Educators’ worries about pupils’ mathematical success are warranted, since a wide range of circumstances might affect their academic progress. The pupils’ identities, their math attitudes, and their problem-solving abilities are only a few examples. One cannot be successful in mathematics without a strong sense of self-confidence. If students at your school detest and find math unpleasant, they may get anxious when doing math, which will negatively affect your school’s performance. However, if kids have a good outlook on mathematics and find it fun to finish, they are more likely to acquire excellent problem-solving abilities. proficiency in maths and excellent test results in the subject. Some historical research has linked math anxiety as the fundamental reason of low mathematical achievement. Poor arithmetic results are exacerbated by students’ lack of problem-solving skills and self-confidence. Therefore, students should prioritise improving their mathematics knowledge and abilities amid all of their other academic activities.

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