Today I Learned: Fun Facts That Will Surprise Even the Smartest People

Math is a lot of people’s worst subject (or worst nightmare). And who can blame them? Math is hard. But luckily, the subject has lots of little hints that can help you to be successful along the way, like the symbols you will find in the equations themselves. Just look at the division symbol.

If you are having trouble remembering what this little symbol stands for, just squint a little. After all, the division symbol really is just a fraction with dots holding the places where numbers should go! Make sure you share this fun fact with any kids you may know who are struggling with keeping the symbols straight in math class.