they told me Algebra.. and something called linear algebra.. i really dont remember :( so what should i learn 1st
ps - ive ordered a book from amazon! (Calculus by Spivak)
2007-11-29 23:35:30 · 8 answers · asked by ? 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics
It looks like your teaching yourself, so don't dive right into Calc.
First you need Advanced Algebra, sometimes called Algebra 2. I would also recommend getting a Pre-Calc book prior to learning regular Calc.
Someones Calc just blows peoples minds, so be ready for that and don't get to frustrated.
2007-11-30 00:06:08 · answer #1 · answered by Cory J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Algebra, Trigonometry, and Precalculus are all necessary. When it comes to geometry, make sure you know how to find the area of circles, triangles, rectangles, and trapezoids. The volumes of some objects will also appear from time to time. You should also know sine, cosine, and tangent, and some rules that apply to them. Sorry, but I can't recommend any good calculus books. It should also be noted that calculus is not needed for most jobs. If you are serious about learning the subject, then you should take it. If you do try to learn calculus, then good luck!
2016-05-26 23:45:37 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look calclus aint that hard if you know your stuff ok first of all all you need is good knowledge of algebra like addition subratction and all those things right 2nd of all you need good graphing skills like how to find x intercept and y intercept that means if I give you a linear function you should be able to graph it .. linear algebra is just those simple equations in the form of ax+by+c=0 and then calculus will take you through it.. dont fear it its really easy :-)
2007-11-29 23:46:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to understand variables, equations, and functions and how they can be represented graphically, and how to solve the intersections of the various equations. It is basically algebra that becomes more and more complicated the deeper you go. You will really need a good basis in geometry as well, particularly trigonometry and the relationship between geometric shapes and the equations describing those shapes.
2007-11-30 00:12:20 · answer #4 · answered by busterwasmycat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learn your basic algebra as well as you can!
I've seen all too many students fail calculus I
because they couldn't solve simple equations
or factor expressions.
Also knowing your basic trigonometry would
give you a good head start.
You can learn linear algebra later on.
2007-11-30 02:54:36 · answer #5 · answered by steiner1745 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
..first..yOu start with simple arrithmetics then the cOmplex ones..
..if yOu're cOnfident enOugh..yOu can nOw learn algebra..
..start with the easy ones before yOu gO tO the advance ones..
..yOu shOuld knOw what "functiOns" are..
..that's alL..
2007-11-29 23:51:24 · answer #6 · answered by paopao 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Speling.
2007-11-29 23:37:45 · answer #7 · answered by 2kool4u 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I suggest you learn geometry son!!!!
2007-11-29 23:39:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋