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When studying from "Real Mathematical Analysis" by Charles Pugh, prioritize questions that provoke deeper thought rather than simply completing all available exercises. Focus on those that elicit a response of curiosity or challenge, as these will enhance understanding and retention of concepts. Incorporate a few simpler questions to reinforce foundational knowledge, but the emphasis should be on tackling the more complex problems that stimulate critical thinking.

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Hey all, I'm currently studying from a book called "Real mathematical analysis" by Charles Pugh. Each section has over 100 questions. Obviously when working on the questions, I can't do all of them.

How should I go about picking the ones that I should do?
 
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JG89 said:
Hey all, I'm currently studying from a book called "Real mathematical analysis" by Charles Pugh. Each section has over 100 questions. Obviously when working on the questions, I can't do all of them.

How should I go about picking the ones that I should do?

Read through them, find the ones that make you say "Hm..." and do those. A few easier one liners are good to help solidify your understanding but it's the questions that make you go "hmmm..." that are really beneficial to do. At least, that's how I operate.
 

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