Journal of Mathematics Education and Application (JMEA)
Vol 4, No 3 (2025): Oktober

The Relationship between Breakfast Habits and Mathematics Learning Concentration among Seventh-Grade Students at MTs Al-Amin Kampung Pajak

Apriani, Arni (Unknown)
Irvan, Irvan (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study aims to examine the relationship between breakfast habits and concentration in mathematics learning among seventh-grade students at MTs Al-Amin Kampung Pajak. The research employed a quantitative approach with a correlational design. Data were collected from 59 students using structured interviews, supported by teacher observations. The instrument underwent content validation by experts and was refined through a pilot test prior to implementation. The collected data were categorized into two nominal variables: breakfast habits (had breakfast vs. skipped breakfast) and concentration levels (high vs. low). The Phi coefficient (φ) was used for statistical analysis, supported by the chi-square test. The findings show a perfect correlation (φ = 1.0) between breakfast habits and learning concentration. All students who had breakfast exhibited high concentration, while all students who skipped breakfast demonstrated low concentration. The chi-square test yielded a value of 59, which exceeds the critical values at both 5% and 1% significance levels. These results indicate a statistically significant and strong positive relationship between breakfast consumption and mathematics learning concentration. The study concludes that breakfast is a critical external factor that enhances students’ cognitive readiness and supports academic success, particularly in mathematics.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

mtika

Publisher

Subject

Education Mathematics

Description

Journal of Mathematics Education and Application (JMEA) menerima artikel dan mempublikasikan hasil kajian/penelitian ilmiah tentang Pendidikan dan Aplikasi Matematika dan yang berkaitan. Penyebarluasan penelitian bertujuan untuk membangun peradaban bangsa serta mengembangkan Ilmu Pendidikan dan ...