Mental arithmetic refers to the practice of performing calculations in one's head without using any calculator, device, or tool. After grasping math concepts and visualizing numbers, children are able to make accurate calculations in their minds without writing the numbers down.
Muhamed Tahirbegolli, 10 years old from Prishtina is a participant in the international competitions for mental arithmetic that are held every year in Dubai. During the interview, he tells us about the preparations for the test and how he managed to win the first places in a country where the competition is so strong.