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I find it interesting but unsurprising that learning a second base system makes you better at math, much in the same way as learning a second language as a child has benefits.


Grasping the concept of number regardless of base system is an interesting exercise (linked to modular arithmetic), see Mathologer on times tables in any number base:

https://youtu.be/qhbuKbxJsk8


From what I recall, the early success of the Dvorak keyboard was mostly the success of retraining someone on a keyboard.

The new system does seem more visually accessible for arithmetic. I wouldn't be surprised if it's easier to teach children than the Arabic numerals


Second base in math classes would have better motivated me, that's for sure. Would that be a number system with 21 digits?




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