I have a degree in compter science. I excell at math and have studied calculus, statistics, etc. I now write financial software.
Given that, i was unable at the time to help a 8 year old with her homework. I could get the right answer but the method they now teach to get to it is so backassward i couln'd figure it out and therefore could not help with the process.....and I have made my career out of solving math and pattern related problems!!!!