Does anyone know how to survive 12th grade AP Calculus?

Answer 1

First, you need to start paying close attention in class. The thing with math (and sciences) is that one concept builds upon another. So if you missed a couple of important topics, it gets really tough to catch-up and understand how one thing developed into another.

Next, when you come across homework problems that are hard, ask your teacher or classmate for help the following school day. Your assigned homework problems are usually the "types" of problems that your teacher will put on the test (because they are examples of the fundamental concepts your teacher wants you to learn). If you need more help, stay after school and do your homework with a math tutor (hopefully, your school provides that service).

Pay attention in class, do all your homework, ask questions, practice problems at home, and study hard! I know, it's a lot of work but at the end, it will be worth it. Best of luck! =)

Answer 2

If you can, I'd recommend taking it at a local college instead. That way, you can choose their best teacher. If you plan to go on in math or physics, it is very important that you get a good, solid foundation in calculus 1.

From my experience, a lot of students coming from AP Calculus aren't properly equipped. For instance, I don't think most AP Calculus courses cover epsilon-delta proofs (which you will need for calc 3), or slope-fields (which you will need for Differential Equations). I've even known of AP Calculus classes running out of time and only lightly covering integrals (antiderivatives).

I've talked to many students who have taken AP Calculus, then had to retake calculus 1 upon entering college (often b/c they failed calc 2).

Ask your prospective college(s) what topics you shold cover. If your class doesn't cover everything you need, then ask your teacher if s/he can teach you those on the side.

But, if you know your high school has a good program, then stick with it, stay on top of things (that is, do your homework), and make sure you understand everything (except for epsilon-delta proofs, since virtually no one understands them the first-time-by, although you still need to see them).

Answer 3

Yes, doing your homework and staying on top of things are good suggestions. However, I would suggest that you ask lots of questions. Both to the teacher and to those around you. If your teacher allows it, try working in a study group, and make sure that everyone in the study group (especially you) tries to "teach" in the group. Some times the best way to learn something is to try and teach it to others.

Answer 4

Study hard

Do your homework

MASTER derivatives

Get a copy of "Hurricane Calculus"

Did I mention Do your Homework?

Answer 5

easy... study

just do practice problems until you get what you are covering. if you still don't get it after your homework pick more questions with answers in the back of the book so you can check it... stay on top of it and you'll do great

I know this is sometimes easier said than done but do the best you can

Answer 6

That's a good question... I can't even survive 10th grade precalculus!

Answer 7

Do not ask negative questions.
Do not play the victim.
Try to master what you need to know.

Th.

Answer 8

yes -see if your school offers free tutoring! good luck

Here is a site to help you!

http://www.calculus-help.com/

Answer 9

pay attention in class and do the homework

not really that hard of a class

Answer 10

yes. study and get help when you need it.