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What are some basic math concepts I should study before I start my college calculus class?
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10 years ago
You should have a good understanding of how to manipulate functions by factoring, perfect squares. Trig identities and double angle/half angle formulas are also helpful. MEMORIZE your unit circle. Be comfortable with graphing functions and imagining these functions as is they were 3 dimensional, if the area underneath the curve was rotated around some axis. Enjoy calculus  Slight Smile
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10 years ago
Integrals, derivatives, logarithmic functions are all good topics to review before starting your class!
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10 years ago
You should know the trigonometric identities. You should also know how to draw basic functions. You should know how to derive functions.
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10 years ago
Like everyone else suggested, review your algebra II concepts. Simplifying equations, factoring, graphing, etc. Make sure you know the elementary functions really well and also how to graph them. Review the common trigonometric identities and trigonometric relationships. Don't worry about learning how to derive or integrate right now unless you really want a head start. If you do, I'd suggest you study up on limits first.
But above all else, relax and enjoy the class.
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