<p>Im in this really hard math class called Mathematical Analysis and its really hard!
Its the class before BC Calculus, and the teacher makes it retardedly difficult so that alot of peple have dropped and only the best remain.</p>
<p>What should I do to be successful?</p>
<p>Buy a damn good calculator.
And maybe study a little from time to time…</p>
<p>Unless the math is stabbing you to death, you are not dying. Get a tutor and stop complaining. Drop it if you hate it so much.</p>
<p>I thought you were serious at first. Then I read, “Im in this really hard”.</p>
<p>Carry on.</p>
<p>Obviously, you don’t know the definition of the word “dieing.”</p>
<p>^you obviously have to take second grade english again.</p>
<p>i thought math analysis was about precalc…and it comes before AP Calc AB. i took it that class last year.</p>
<p>Buy some additional textbooks online or something. They might help clear up what you don’t get.</p>
<p>Junie, it is precalc, essentially. Some schools go right from precalc to calc BC.</p>
<p>Crap!
16/24 for first quiz!</p>
<p>What type of material are you struggling with? I’m a junior and I’m in precalc and the stuff isn’t too hard. Right now we’re on functions (i.e. solving for f(x), g(x), difference quotient, domain, etc)</p>
<p>I’m having a tad bit of trouble because I had to take Algebra II my frosh year and Geometry last year.</p>
<p>I’m wishing that I took Geometry my freshman year and Algebra II last year because right now we’re dealing with a lot of Algebra and barely any Geometry. It’s tough remembering equations from 2 years ago.</p>
<p>Just study hard and keep after it.</p>
<p>Math should be a subject that’s easy to get help in, so long as you put in enough effort. Make sure to do ALL your homework, and if needed go above and beyond: when you don’t understand a HW problem, don’t just skip it, or put a big ? by it: go back in the book, and figure out how to solve it on your own. Even if it takes 30 minutes to figure out one problem. Because then you’ll understand EVERY problem that’s like it. And for those really tough times, don’t be afraid to tell your teacher “i don’t understand.” Most teachers like to teach, and will try and help you understand.</p>
<p>Keep doing a lot of problems in your textbook. When I was struggling in precalc all I did was come to class prepared, take notes, and did extra problems in the book. It really helped.</p>
<p>Be sure to take time to carefully learn and understand the concepts from your textbook. That’s probably the best way to excel in any high school math course and could ultimately be the best method of gaining a “sixth sense” for math.</p>
<p>Before using the theorems you learn, try to PROVE them. If you can’t, that’s okay. Read the proof in the book (they may be in the back), but do try it yourself first. It will reinforce the concepts and make them easier to understand and remember. This method can be a lifesaver if you have a lot to memorize.</p>
<p>I’m doing BC now, and it’s easy (though this will depend on your text and teacher). Just know your trig and try to get really good handle on basic algebra. Most of the actual grunt work in high school calculus is algebra, so get familiar with it.</p>
<p>Always try to understand the concepts and try your best to apply them on problems and exercise. If there’s a question - ask the teacher, or get a study buddy.</p>