Worked solutions are only useful if you actively compare them with your own thinking.
Do not just read the explanation and say, “That makes sense.”
Ask:
- where did my method differ?
- was the solution faster?
- did I miss a rule?
- could I explain this method without looking?
If the solution uses a better approach, try another similar question immediately.
That helps turn the explanation into a skill.
You should also pay attention to correct answers you reached with poor methods. If your method took three times too long, the solution can still teach you something.
Worked solutions are not there to confirm the answer. They are there to improve your process.
