It’s OK to struggle with times tables — I did and I’m a mathematician
- Posted on May 20, 2026
- By The Times
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It’s OK to struggle with times tables — I did and I’m a mathematician
Research has revealed that many people struggle with their times tables. Numeracy is not a prerequisite for mastering maths, says Marcus du Sautoy, a professor of mathematics at the University of Oxford