Some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is redundant and should not be taught while others believe it should remain a fundamental subject whether or not it is used later in life. Discuss both views and give your opinion

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With modern inventions like calculators needs of basic arithmetic are addressed very easily.

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, mathematics has over the years played a fundamental role in providing quantifiable expressions to the most simplest daily transactions as well as to complicated scientific phenomena. It

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becomes necessary to inculcate the familiarity with mathematics at an early age in a child's pedagogic life. It is true, that in many walks of life a person may not require knowledge of various complexities of mathematics

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as trigonometry, calculus etc. It begs the question whether to introduce a child to mathematics which he may not use in the future or any other subject in which he wants to pursue his career. It must

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be noted many children complain about mathematics being very tough and negative results in mathematics may affect a child's confidence in tackling other subjects as well. Given all of that, it is important to understand the role mathematics plays in a modern human beings life. Mathematics finds application in the simplest form

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as day to day financial transactions and

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complicated ones like stock markets where everything is based on complex calculations. In

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a scenario is becomes necessary to have the basic understanding of the fundamentals of mathematics. Scientific discoveries

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as the phenomenon of Gravity by Newton had to be defined mathematically for better understanding. Should mathematics,

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be completely dispensed with

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While it is debatable to the extent and complexity in which mathematics must be taught in schools, one must recognise that it is an integral part of education and should not be completely removed from school syllabus.

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Coherence and Cohesion: 4.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 8.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 8.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 4.0

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Relevant & specific examples

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271 words

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Some parents believe that learning mathematics at school is redundant and should not be taught while others believe it should remain a fundamental subject whether or not it is used later in life. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Fully explain your ideas

Several people assert that the main cause of crime is an economically disadvantaged background. However, others say that crime is caused by a person’s nature. Discuss both views and give your opinion

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most people decided to have children in their later age than in the past. why? do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples,e.g from your knowledge or experience

Some people believe that **single-sex schools are more beneficial to students because they achieve better academic results.** Others, however, **argue that mixed schools are better since students can develop better social skills**. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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