diff --git a/book/syntax_exercises/009.md b/book/syntax_exercises/009.md
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 In this exercise, you will learn how to write and format mathematical equations in your TeachBook, both inline and as standalone blocks.
 
 ::::::{topic} Exercise objective
-Can you format and reference equations correctly in your book?
+Can you write and format equations correctly in your book?
 ::::::
 
 ```{tip}
diff --git a/book/syntax_exercises/010.md b/book/syntax_exercises/010.md
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 # Exercise 10: Create tables
 
-In this exercise, you will learn how to create and format tables in your TeachBook using Markdown and reStructuredText.
+In this exercise, we will explore how to create and format tables in your TeachBook using Markdown and reStructuredText.
 
 ::::::{topic} Exercise objective
-Can you correctly format tables and reference them within your book?
+Can you correctly format tables within your book?
 ::::::
 
 ```{tip}
@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ Tables help organize and present structured data clearly. JupyterBook supports M
 
 ## Creating Tables with reStructuredText
 
-3. You can also create tables using the `list-table` directive. The advantage of this method is that it allows referencing (refer to [Exercise 11](011.md)). Try the following example:
+3. You can also create tables using the `list-table` directive. The advantage of this method is that it allows referencing (refer to [Exercise 11](011.md)). Use the code below to try this out.
 
 ````md
 ```{list-table} Sample Data Table