Since math class is competing with fun subjects like art or science, it's not surprising how many kids aren't overly enthused to pull out their homework [1] and start crunching numbers. But with some of the nontraditional numerical assignments kiddos are expected to do (we're looking at you, Common Core [2]!), it's more understandable than ever why some children detest math before they even make it to algebra or geometry class. From intentional trick questions to being marked wrong [3] for stating the obvious, these 12 homework assignments aren't helping to win over any math-lovers among kids — or their parents!