812: It's not always about being fast in math (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

Update: 2025-09-03

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What does it mean when someone tells you that you need to be good at math?

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss the common mistakes when doing math, how to structure your math problems, and what you should do to improve your math skills.

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812: It's not always about being fast in math (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

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812: It's not always about being fast in math (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

812: It's not always about being fast in math (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)