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Math difficulty is still not well understood. But a systems approach may lead to advances in diagnosis and treatment.

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The t-shirt is yellow, 100% cotton and meant for “everyday wear”. Across the front, it declares in italic script, “I’m too pretty to do math”. While some may see it as a joke, it is sparking ...

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