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“Most of the time I liked school and got good grades. In junior high, though, I hit a stumbling block with math - I used to come home and cry because of how frustrated I was! But after a few good teachers and a lot of perseverance, I ended up loving math and even choosing it as a major when I got to college.”

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Danica McKellar

Danica McKellar is an American actress, mathematician, and author. She gained fame in the 1980s for her role in the television series 'The Wonder Years'. McKellar has also made significant academic achievements, pursuing a degree in mathematics and publishing papers in the field. more

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