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Making Approximations

Research has shown that people who are good at making approximations are often also good at advanced mathematics. These research findings suggest that math teachers should focus more on developing their students' ability to estimate. This may lead to improved math skills in the future.

What is the main idea in this paragraph? Choose the ONE correct answer.

Students who are good at advanced mathematics will be good at making approximations.

Teaching students to make good approximations may lead to better math skills.