MATHEMATICS - PROJECT

P R E S E N TAT I O N
BY
A B H I , FA R H A N , I N S I YA , K R I S H , N AV E I J I T H
 TOPIC

W H O I S B E TT E R AT
M AT H E M AT I C S : M A L E S O R
FEMALES

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 CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. How do different genders feel about their

Mathematical Skills?

3. Interest levels of different genders in math

4. Mathematics Marks- Males VS Females

5. Practical skills of different gender in math

6. Factors that Influence Mathematical Ability:

What do the people think?

7. CBSE 10th grade results: 2015-2024

WHAT IS YOUR OPINION:
MALES OR FEMALES?
INTRODUCTION
Today, we’ll explore a question that has
sparked debate for generations: Who is
better at math, males or females? Is there a
real difference in mathematical ability, or are
societal factors and stereotypes at play? In
this presentation, we’ll look at historical
context, scientific research, and current
trends to uncover the truth behind this
question. We aim to understand the facts
and challenge assumptions—let’s dive in!

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 HOW DO DIFFERENT
GENDERS FEEL
A BO U T T H E I R
M AT H E M AT I C A L
SKILLS?

• This graph includes 28 males and females who

rated their mathematical ability on a scale of 1-
5.

• 1 being terrible, 5 being excellent, and anywhere

in between being average.
 How interested are you at Maths?
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INTEREST LEVELS 5

OF DIFFERENT
G E N D E R S I N M AT H 4

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between being average. How interested are you at Maths?

 Count of Who, in your opinion, gets more marks in
Mathematics: Boys or Girls?
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M AT H E M AT I C S
MARKS- MALES VS 25

FEMALES
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• This chart displays the opinion of 56 people,
about which gender gets more marks in 5

mathematics.
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• According to this graph females get more marks Boys Girls

than males.
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mathematics.
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in this category based on average opinion.

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FAC T O R S T H AT
I N F LU E N C E Total
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 Year Total appeared Overall Pass % Boys' pass % Girls' pass %
students

CBSE 10TH GRADE 2024 16,21,224 87.98 85.12 91.52

RESULTS: 2023 16,90,000 87.33 84.7 90.68

2015-2024
2022 14,35,366 92.71 91.25 94.54

2021 13,69,745 99.37 99.67 99.13

2020 11,92,961 88.78 86.19 92.15

• Average Boys' Pass % = 84.06%
2019 12,05,484 83.4 79.4 88.7
• Average Girls' Pass % = 91.60%
2018 11,06,772 83.3 78.99 88.31

2017 10,76,760 73.96 68.66 82.29

2016 9,92,656 83.05 78.85 88.58

2015 962,122 82 77.77 87.56

 Boys' Pass % Average:

•2024: 85.12
SECONDARY •2023: 84.7
•2022: 91.25
DATA •2021: 99.67
CONCLUSION •2020:
•2019:
86.19
79.4
•2018: 78.99
•2017: 68.66
•2016: 78.85
•2015: 77.77

Total Boys' Pass % = 85.12 + 84.7 + 91.25 + 99.67 + 86.19

+ 79.4 + 78.99 + 68.66 + 78.85 + 77.77 = 840.6

Average Boys' Pass % = 840.6 / 10 = 84.06%

 Girls' Pass % Average:

•2024: 91.52
SECONDARY •2023:
•2022:
90.68
94.54
DATA •2021: 99.13
•2020: 92.15
CONCLUSION •2019: 88.7
•2018: 88.31
•2017: 82.29
•2016: 88.58
•2015: 87.56

Total Girls' Pass % = 91.52 + 90.68 + 94.54 + 99.13 +

92.15 + 88.7 + 88.31 + 82.29 + 88.58 + 87.56 =
915.96

Average Girls' Pass % = 915.96 / 10 = 91.60%

Conclusion:
● 84.06% (Boys’ Mean Pass %) < 91.60% (Girls’ Mean
Pass%)
● Girls performed better on average (based on
 CONCLUSION

Conclusion

•The data and opinions presented indicate differences in mathematical performance and perspectives
across genders.
•Key observations:

• Self-Perception: Males and females perceive their math skills differently.

• Interest Levels: Both genders show diverse levels of interest in mathematics.
• Academic Performance: Historical CBSE data shows that girls have consistently outperformed
boys in terms of pass percentages (91.60% vs. 84.06%).
• Practical Skills: Survey opinions suggest males excel in practical math applications.

Takeaway:

Through this exploration, we’ve learned that math isn’t about whether you’re a boy or a girl—it’s about the
chances you’re given, the encouragement you receive, and your belief in yourself. The data might show
differences, but at its core, math is for everyone. Let’s break down the walls of stereotypes, cheer each other
on, and create a world where every person feels confident and capable of solving life’s equations—big and 14
small.
THANK YOU