Avoid using a calculator and exercise your brain instead.

Absolutely! Exercising your brain with mental math is a fantastic way to keep your mind sharp. Here are some ways you can practice:

1. Simple Arithmetic

Try adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing numbers in your head.

Example: 47 × 6 → break it into (40 × 6) + (7 × 6) = 240 + 42 = 282

2. Estimate Totals

When shopping or checking bills, estimate the total in your head before using a calculator.

3. Number Patterns