The standards for mathematical proficiency state that we should want students to not only know the concepts but also to know how to use them to problem solve. What statement below reflects how a proficient mathematical student might think?
1) A proficient mathematical student would only focus on memorizing formulas and procedures.
2) A proficient mathematical student would rely solely on the teacher for problem-solving strategies.
3) A proficient mathematical student would understand the underlying concepts and apply them to solve problems.
4) A proficient mathematical student would avoid challenging problems and stick to familiar ones.