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Why Big Numbers Break Our Brains

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Understanding the Mental Number Line and Big Numbers

This chapter delves into how individuals perceive and understand large numbers through the concept of the mental number line. It highlights the evolution of numerical comprehension from childhood to adulthood, addressing common misconceptions and challenges in grasping the scale of big numbers.

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