Is it normal to forget how to solve calculus problems or chemistry problems?
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you don't need to use it so it slips away. if you get a job where you need them, it will be easy to bring them back.
38182
Some people are good at math, while others are better at reading. Just depends on yuor strong points. \n\nHowever, that does not mean you can never learn it. It takes practice, like everything. I am not a strong math person either, but I have made it through 3 levels of calculus in one semester. \n\nYou might ask extra help from the teacher or get a tutor. For me, practice and one on one help is what helps me. It is not something that comes natural to everyone, but once you get the hang of it, algebra is not as hard as it may seem right now.
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to get an extra credit, maybe?\n\n---\n\nseriously, I cannot figure out how you can study calculus without knowing limits: even if you only deal with numerical procedures, every iterative formula, or better, EVERY FORMULA (such as those used to find the roots of a non-linear equation, approximated integrals, derivatives and so on) needs a preventive study for convergence conditions: this involves limits!\n\nOne more step back: DERIVATIVE IS A LIMIT ! How can you apply it without knowing what it is?
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You do need a solution manuals for college.  Mostly everyone in college has solution manuals b/c after doing the problem, they can check the answers right away. Since in college you are going to have lots of hw and dont' have time to meet the professors, who are u going to refer to? I say solution manual is a necessity. I have one for calc and chem. If it is a money problem then ask a friend or a classmate to borrow and make copies. So this way you r not spending as much money as you are in buying the solution manual.  One of friend borrows from me and makes copies. Its all good.
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Oh no, chemistry, sorry, the devil(my chemistry teacher) would be ashamed of me...I failed chemistry and had the same teacher again. I ended up passing with an 87. Sorry that was a whole year ago. I don't remember.
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sit there think of sums that are really hard or get somone to rite some down on some paper work them out and use a calculator to check your answers if you are correct well done if not read over them and work out wot you did wrong. thats preatty much what i do and i get good marks in maths (hope i helped a bit at least)
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I am taking College Algebra with Trigonometry and that is hard, so I know Calculus is real hard. That is a hard question to figure out.
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The first time I tool Calculus in college I flunked (then again I hardly went to class and tried to do my homework an hour before it was due)\nNeedless to say I had to take the course again.\nNext time around this is what I did:\n1. Go to class everyday and take good notes.\n2. Do your homework as soon as you can and dont limit yourself in time. Take as much time as you need to be able to finish the homework (I would do this while drinking Mountain Dew and music helped me)\n3. If you don't understand something from the homework ask the teacher. Remember they are there to teach you.\n4. Look over your notes to study.
810644
you need to do a bunch of problems to get comfortable with formulas and with the math.  just do all the problems in the back of the book and you'll be fine.  if you're still having problems go see your professor or TA
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The farthest I went was Calculus II in college.  Do I use advanced calculus in my everyday life?  No.  \n\nHowever, it's not the idea of using it in everyday life, it's the problem solving skills you gain that make you smarter.  It helps to show you there are many ways to approach problems and helps you choose the best way to try solving them.  Don't give up on difficult subjects like these in school.  While you may not use the concepts day to day, you'll use problems solving skills every day for the rest of your life.
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Well, I'm writing from many years of experience with similar problems. It is possible to have other problems along with a specific learning disability involving math; "applied problems" sounds like it could be math related, but also extend beyond just the numbers. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are perfectly able to explain a process or a problem in a classroom lecture, but when you go to put it down on paper or use it in a totally different context, it just isn't there, or it gets jumbled and doesn't come out right? I found this happening to me not only in school, but on the job, and it has been significantly troublesome. This is an "application problem", i.e., where you know the information and can spit it back in a school-type situation, but cannot actually APPLY it to other, unrelated situations when appropriate. Did this psychologist make any mention of attention problems, executive function deficit, or information processing issues? Just curious...specific LD in math can exist as a separate entity or it can be part of a wider pattern of cognitive problems involving things like visual perception, motor skills, and the like.\n\nLuckily for people like us, 95% of life is NOT math related.  There's a ton of information out there about these kinds of LDs and the troubles they can cause.
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I tutor high school math students, the problem I usualy come across is: the teacher is not willing to slow down and explain each and every detail of the problem. \nI find once I break down the problem and talk them through it they are more comfortable with the math.
686165
take at least 30 minutes out of your day to review what you just went over in class that day; make sure you understand the concepts and make flashcards to help you remember formulas. if you find you don't understand what you learned that day, go to your teacher the following day and ask for help. math classes are hard to learn if you get lost in the beginning. you can do it!
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I have a memory learning disability that really impacts my math hard. I have working memory problems. \n\nTherefore, I work out everything on paper, with calulators, and have tons of sticky notes everywhere reminding me of stuff. I also keep two different, coordinated planners for "to do."\n\nSince I can't use memory in my head unless it is long-term, and it is not practical to memorize everything into long-term memory, I live off paper. Paper is my short-term/working memory.
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I had a terrible time in algebra in ninth grade. Having a conference with the teacher to find out where I wasn't "getting it" did the trick. I didn't know what "1n" meant! I asked the teacher, and she patiently said, "it's the same as "n." That really opened my eyes. I hadn't figured that out, so it was like a light bulb going on!  For you, it may be something as simple, and so difficult if you aren't thinking mathematically. Math anxiety is a terrible thing.\n\nBy the way, I eventually got an A+ in calculus...me! I'd never have believed it.
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"Practice makes Perfect."        So, Practice Practice Practice!\n\nOther keys that help open the mathematical door:\n\n1. Don't think you are stupid because you don't get "it" immediately.  And NEVER EVER mix/associate your mathematical challenges with the psychological issues in your life.  In other words, do NOT give up, keep at it and it will eventually come to you.   Remember, mathematics is essentially nothing more than just another "language"  - you need time and dedication before you really become fluent at it.\n\n2. Do your own homework/problem solving - don't cheat, don't copy others, etc., etc.   Making errors and banging your head against the walls out of frustration [go easy though  :-) ]  is part of the mathematical learning process/experience.   If you skip this crucial step you WILL pay for it dearly later.   It’s ok to discuss your ideas and solutions with others (e.g. classmates, tutors and colleagues) but as long as you're learning in the process and not just begging for other people’s ideas and solutions.\n\n3. Follow the correct sequence of courses/classes so you can keep building up on your previous knowledge.  No jumping from say Algebra to Calculus II for instance even if you happen to be a mathematical genius.\n\n4.  Become comfortable with the idea of numbers and equations - do NOT let the mere shape and form of them intimidate you when you look at them.   Throw away your math anxieties - treat numbers, equations and problem solving as buddies as opposed to enemies.   Take pleasure in getting to the bottom of things that you do not immediately understand.  Isn’t that what life’s all about anyway?   \n\n5.  Don't make the problems more complicated than they are and/or need to be - always look for the simplest solution.  Most elementary (or even intermediary) mathematics is nothing more than a simple matter of plug and solve situation.  Yet always challenge yourself by looking for more and more complex problems to solve – this is absolutely a crucial step.   And the more complicated the better - never run away from those or else they will turn into your mathematical demons of your nightmares.   Take out your sword and start fighting them like a real worrier; and if you get killed in the process well at least you died a hero and not a mathematical weakling!\n\n6. Try to think mathematically in your daily life.   Look for mathematical applications and examples in the world around you.   Mathematical patterns, designs and applications are imprinted into all aspects of our life and even into our very existence.\n\n7.  Don't be afraid of exams - instead actively look forward to them.  Hope for the best but always prepare for the worst.  Remember if you wanna B then shoot for an A and who knows maybe in the process you will get an A.  Still, do not just study for exams - study to learn.   Another good thing to remember is that there are real and proven exam taking techniques involving time management, approaches to solutions, etc, that will help you improve your scores without having to resort to cheating or other such degrading activities. \n\n8. Try to think out side of the box.  Try to look at math problems from new and more interesting angles.  See if the solution to a problem is truly unique or you can think of an alternative way to get the same result as well.\n\n9.  Do NOT spend all your time studying theory.  Do as many examples and exercises as you possibly can.  Remember practice practice practice.  Mathematics at least in elementary stages is all about applying the theory to specific/real life situations (i.e. Applied Mathematics).  In order words, keep applying your theoretical knowledge as much as you can and solve as many different (and "difficult") examples as you can find.  Perhaps in the beginning all you will be doing is banging your head against the wall, but do NOT worry - if you keep cool and keep applying yours
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You should be fine.  Just get some practice exams similar to the one you will be expecting.  Most standardized math exams have questions that are the same.  Work the practice exam.  If you can not remember things, hire a tutor for a few hours, that will speed things up greatly.  Don't stress, just practice.  You will do fine.  If this seems to daunting, go to a learning center at a local community college.  You can usually get free tutoring for hours.  Good luck.