I think most people can learn to do math if they're inspired. Maybe it'll take them 2× as long, no big deal.
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Problem is, current academic system imposes a timetable for math learning only the top 0.1% can handle.
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Maybe 25% of the population is capable of the necessary abstraction at all. No more than that.
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People who think everyone can do this stuff are people who only socialize with elites.
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This is not to defend the existing system, mind! I took 10 years to get my PhD.
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