what areas of mathematics do you think students should prioritise/?

Question: what areas of mathematics do you think students should prioritise/?
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Asked by gems534they27 on 13 Mar 2026. This question was also asked by aves534they27.
- Brian Tyrrell-Nic Dhonncha answered on 13 Mar 2026:
  
  While all areas of maths are important, at GCSEs and A-levels students should really have *algebra* down. The skills you develop in solving and manipulating equations are a core part of the curriculum. When I see students struggling at university, it’s usually their algebra skills that need improvement.

Question: what areas of mathematics do you think students should prioritise/?