Math homework is any task assigned to students to complete outside of their math class, and is created to help students prepare to learn and practice new mathematical concepts, practice ones that have already been introduced, and explore other math skills. These out-of-class assignments are help to reinforce the lessons a student is introduced in the classroom.

Homework provides an opportunity for the students to extend their understanding and directs the students to concepts that need further explanation. Homework provides an opportunity for students to make, discover, and correct mistakes so they can learn from them