1) At what age did you start studying mathematics?
I can"t exactly remember, but it was probably in my first year at primary school when I was 5 years old. I probably learnt simple addition at that age.
中文大意：记不清了，大致是从小学5岁时开始学习一些简单的加法。
2) Do you like mathematics? Why / why not?
I don"t dislike maths, but I wouldn"t say that I"ve ever really liked the subject either. I"m happy to do simple calculations, but my brain can"t cope with the complex stuff!
中文大意：不讨厌也谈不上喜欢。我喜欢做些简单的计算，但是我不能处理复杂的运算。
3) Is it necessary for everyone to learn mathematics?
Yes, I think it is. We all need a basic grounding in maths so that we can do daily tasks, like managing our money, working out bills, and so on.
中文大意：是的。我们都需要与数学有关的基础知识去处理一些日常的事务，例如理财、处理账单等。
4) Do you prefer to use a calculator when doing mathematics?
It depends. I quite like exercising my brain with anything that"s easy enough, but I use the calculator on my phone for anything tricky.
中文大意：视情况而定。我喜欢通过做一些简单的计算来锻炼思维，但是如果是机关比较多的计算我会使用手机上的计算机功能。
附一些话题相关雅思词汇参考:
simple addition 简单的加法
simple calculations 简单的计算
cope with the complex stuff 处理复杂的计算
a basic grounding in maths 与数学有关的基础知识
manage money 理财
work out bills 处理账单
