I don't get it. Why are so many people bad at math?

I don't get it. Why are so many people bad at math?
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answer:Because math sucks and is boring. I understand people who like it, but I’m just not into it. It is also because I am more creative, artistic, and not into “logical” things like math or science. I love painting, drawing, sewing, photography, all things creative. I am not saying just because you like math that doesn’t mean you aren’t creative. My sister is an artist as well (she paints and sculpts) and she can’t do math to save her life…
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