<p>I'm entering college as a pure mathematics major. Would it benefit me to try to learn a little bit of the math before I get into college (differential equations or linear algebra) through resource books, such as the For Dummies line? Or is it a waste of time, and will I do fine when I will be exposed to it for first time in college?</p>
<p>(I'm taking Calculus BC this year)</p>
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<p>Nooooo have fun and enjoy the summer with your family and friends before you go away.</p>
<p>Maybe you could take a class at your local community college? That way, you’ll be working on math, but also able to have plenty of time to hang out with family and friends. Just make sure the credits transfer to your college! I am planning to do this during the summer to get rid of a core class that is, if I don’t pass the CLEP for College Algebra.</p>
<p>juliarose,</p>
<p>What would benefit you the most is making sure you can get the best score possible in AP test so you can start at the highest possible level. If you score high enough, you can start your college education in Calc III. No matter what however, you will have to take linear algebra and diff eq in your math program. No need to rush. However should you want a little introduction, look into MIT OpenCourseware.</p>