Why People FAIL Calculus (Fix These 3 Things to Pass)

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[@BriTheMathGuy]

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[@jyanthonylatores5783]

poor foundation of mathematics in highschool 😅😥

[@BriTheMathGuy]

It really does hinder a lot of students. Have a great day!

[@cornelxbox25]

Also it it's been years since the student had taken a math course, getting a refresher before taking class definitely helps. Heck, if it's been over 5 years, it might be wise to retake algebra 2 at a college and work your way up from there.

[@arielsuarez5471]

It has hindered me for the best part of the last decade. I was really shocked when I got my first A in a math class which was in precalculus. I had to take it a second time though.

[@badgrfan]

@@BriTheMathGuy on your list of subjects to know, you said to really get down your algebra and trigonometry skills. What about euclidean geometry? Also, you talked about algebra refresher courses in college. What about geometry refresher courses in college?

[@mts2457]

I was great in math my whole life all through senior year of high school when I took precalc. When i took calculus freshman year at u of i, i failed. I didn't see any relation to precalc, and overall couldn't grasp the concepts like i had my whole life in all my math classes. It kicked my butt. Not sure if it was the teaching style.. i feel the prof didn't explain why things were that way

[@Sub_Zero__]

The way I did well in calculus was to practice even if my algebra skills weren't the best. To do well in calculus, dedication is needed. Start with simple problems to nail the actual concept and process down then expand to harder and more complex problems.

[@CarmensProjects]

THANK YOU. I have a professor who likes to do easy problems in class and give hard problems on the exam.

[@lionedheart]

@@CarmensProjects 😂 it’s like they want students to fail. They should give hard and easy problems. Had the same problem in Algebra 1. Did Precalculus but now i haven’t gone to school due to the pandemic. So its time to do a self refresher course and self study Calculus 1 just to get a head start when i get back to class.

[@noahballard1469]

This is the wake up call we all needed. I order to succeed you have to be willing to work hard and not dread the subject.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Absolutely! Thanks very much for watching and commenting.

[@zhanghowie7713]

Fix one thing to pass calculus 1.Your brain

[@omara.s.680]

@schmuck Norris makes sense

[@omniyambot9876]

@schmuck Norris okay, so what's the reason they may not understand things other than not giving an effort? thanks for answers:))

[@bellion9143]

@schmuck Norris I somehow scored 122 on my IQ test yet failed algebra 2 in high school. Lmao

[@caniget600subscriberswitho5]

I give up

[@Star17Platinum17]

Eat beans

[@wewillprevail2520]

My advice as someone who has a masters in mathematics, don’t worry about passing test, try to go deep into the underlying principles in a subject. Your goal shouldn’t be passing test, but to truly understand how and why things work.

[@zekayman]

Kinda hard to do when college courses go at such a pace that pretty much all you can do is get just good enough to pass the exams/quizzes. Three and a half months isn't enough time to truly learn calculus.

[@johnpro2847]

sure ...but if you do not pass the test it is all for 0 . Doing past exam papers is the best way to pass tests. Providing you have a mentor

[@-glitch-8195]

@@zekayman Well thats why studying before the course begins is important. Anyone who expects the course itself to teach them math is gonna have a difficult time with math in general because math is not like other subjects. You have to understand the concepts, and it takes your brain time to manifest those concepts. The good thing is unlike most subjects, all of the topics covered in each level of math is predetermined, so that means you can buy books that will help you prep. I myself made the mistake of expecting the course to teach me math but then came to realize college courses are nothing more than a long review (+ credits).

[@DM-pv4rw]

​@@-glitch-8195 Don't you think it's sad that what you're saying is true? That the college courses we go into debt for don't even teach us what we need to know, nevermind what we need to pass the course? Shouldn't a class teach you what its testing you on? There should be enough time, with Calculus being divided into 3 different curriculums, yet professors can be terrible, and courses are taught all wrong. My calc 1 class was amazing. The professor explained a concept, its use, and how to solve it in 30ish minutes, and then spent an hour going through example problems with the class. Nobody failed that course. Calc 2 and 3, I had teachers that sat there for the full 1hr40min class going over theorems and definitions, and then assigning book problems for home. WIthin 5 weeks of calc 2, I would estimate 50% of the class was gone. Classes are easy when the material is done in class. Hours of boredom and going over definitions that don't yet make sense, followed by a massive dump of homework, will never work.

[@err_4O4]

@@zekayman HIGHLY DISAGREE. Unless you are a working student, there is more than enough time to learn Calculus properly and balance this with other classes. Stop making excuses.

[@BigSam3788]

I was someone who always struggled with algebra and I failed calculus once in college. This semester I finally turned it around and got an A in calc. Yes, I did way more practice problems than I did before, but I also had a wonderful professor who emphasized learning and understanding the processes behind the theorems. She was the first math teacher I had where I felt like I really understood what was going on. Way too many math teachers, in my experience, expect students to build up their skills on memorization alone, and that is a poor teaching method.

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

Could you possibly give me a list of pre-calculus units/concepts/skills that I should know before going into calculus? I struggled badly in high school because of how trash the teachers were so I never managed to establish a solid understanding of math. I would appreciate it.

[@EOMMunaware]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v Algebra and trigonometry

[@jianmorano696]

chances are that you’d be terrible at calculus if you aren’t good at algebra. Their interconnected.

[@PurpleRupees]

Do extra work? I can't even complete 10 calculus 2 level problems in 3-4 hours. Unless you expect 12 hours a day on the class or something.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I hope that you'll find the extra problems you work on will drastically reduce your study time. Watch youtube videos to nail down the concepts first, then practice until it is second nature. Best of luck this summer and let me know how it goes!

[@PurpleRupees]

BriTheMathGuy my biggest issue avoiding small errors. Given the length of problems in the course and often not so nice clean numbers, it's often quite messy while writing problems down. I am bound to make some sort of error such as forgetting to distribute a negative through the integral when doing integration by parts several times. And when I realize I made some sort of error, I need to restart all over. This is significantly more frustrating than not understanding a concept. I would like advice on how to make the problem come out cleaner on paper. Hope this makes sense.

[@cornelxbox25]

You learn from your mistakes. Maybe you forget a negative or a d/dx or some parentheses (we all do) but after realizing your mistake, you do it again and this time it is much cleaner and correct and more rewarding. Yeah, it takes time, but you improve and so do your math skills. My personal advice (may not work for all), is to find a quiet place to work on schoolwork and don't rush while doing homework. Slow the pace down a bit as that helps avoid making more mistakes. Lastly, don't check the back of book or a solver for the answer until after you've attempted the problem and don't give up easily (be persistent) when faced with a challenging problem. Hope this helps.

[@gregorystocker971]

I feel the same, I spend more time doing calculus than I do anything else and I don’t even always finish the homework. Started trying to do extra problems and I got even less done..

[@amrendra6232]

Seriously I solved technical level CAlculus at age 14-15 the book was by ia maron u seriously need to work on your maths bro

[@andthatsondana]

I took calc 1 spring semester, got a D+, took it again summer session 1 and got an A-. Now I’m on calc 2 and Lordy I am failing SO HARD 😭😖

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

Why are you failing? What is giving you a hard time?

[@ericagouveia1556]

I just finished my first semester of sophomore year with an A- in Calculus 3. Before that, I got an A in Calculus 1 and Calculus 2. I can definitely relate to what was said in the video. The homework alone is not sufficient to earn a good grade. It is extremely important to know exactly what your professor is looking for and practice book problems over and over until you understand the concept. One of the concepts that helped me most in Calculus 3 was finding out if the Field was conservative then calculating work through the scalar function. When it was first taught in class, I had a hard time learning it but after I practiced it a few times, it just came naturally. Then, when I was taking the final exam last week, I was able to solve 4/9 problems using this trick, while everyone else was calculating work by multiplying the field by the velocity vector . Calculus is a difficult subject, but it is possible to earn a decent grade with minimal effort. Just study smarter, not harder.

[@chunkyazian]

I aced my calc by sheer luck. we had this Russian visiting professor who would generously give you a B but we had to do the final problem in the test to get an A. I had enough time to write down one thing at the last minute of the test to get 2/3 partial credit. In high school. you simply have to memorize all the algorithm to solve math problems to get an A. Calculus is the first college subject that you really have to understand why you are doing what you are doing to master it and the future subjects that use it. Our Russian math professor cared much more about our approach to begin than the algebra that gets the right answer. I think this is how science and technology should progress. There's no set algorithm to scientific discoveries or invent new things. It's a creative endeavor. College calculus is a glimpse of that.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I think many freshmen coming into college are surprised by their first calculus course. I’m glad you got through yours and best of luck with whatever your plans are going forward!

[@chunkyazian]

@@BriTheMathGuy College calculus for me was 20 years ago :p I'm a coder in a chemical engineering firm. Interestingly, I had to discuss calculus with our summer interns regarding their coding projects

[@BallaMatt23]

bro your so lucky

[@chunkyazian]

@@BallaMatt23 Acing a calculus class may sound impressive if you're still in high school. But it really isn't something to write home about. After calculus, I took a calculus based intro physics class and you better be comfortable with your calculus before walking in. The main purpose of the course, besides teaching physics, was to destroy engineering and physics majors. Only a third of the class showed up for the final exam and not everyone passed.

[@moistmoist4052]

I really appreciate the fact that this dude got strait to the point and didn’t stretch a 3 minute video into 10 minutes. Thanks for that

[@PurpleRupees]

The video was basically just "work harder"

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I really believe hard work is underrated, especially when it comes to calculus. I think any student can do well in calc by continuous and repetitive practice. I know this is not exciting, or what many students would like to hear. It of course is not the only factor, but it is usually the answer.

[@dannykyle738]

Working hard isn't enough. I bust my ass doing it every day and I have a D right now.

[@dannykyle738]

Update: got a 94% on my last exam, looks like I won't be failing this semester. As long as I do decent on the next exam and the final.

[@asadhus]

Danny Kyle got any tips bro? I’m doing pre calc 2 and joined my class late. I have to do week one and week 2. So far it seems tricky asf and I don’t understand the key terms my class is using. Also did u pass the class?

[@Neryssa111]

So I failed my first calculus test. I will definitely take this advice. I’m taking Cal 1. I failed High School Calculus and In worried for this Cal 1 in college

[@BriTheMathGuy]

You can get through it! Keep going and best of luck!

[@UchiaItachi10]

Did you pass?

[@TomokoAbe_]

I always taped the classes. The only way I could "get it" is be at home and listen to the tape line by line and do the homework. Of course if you are absolutely stumped go on youtube. There is always someone doing a tutorial how to do a problem. Before taking the class I bought the textbooks and tried to work ahead figuring it out by myself.

[@Versailles-fi]

I don't have time to spend forever studying for calculus I have other hard classes i need to study for but i get so depressed because math problems take me forever.

[@herbcruz4697]

As a Math tutor (up to Calc III (inclusive)), myself, I wholeheartedly agree with what you're saying. Keep up the good work!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Thanks very much! Will do :D

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

Could you possibly give me a list of pre-calculus units/concepts/skills that I should know before going into calculus? I struggled badly in high school because of how trash the teachers were so I never managed to establish a solid understanding of math. I would appreciate it.

[@herbcruz4697]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v Know your Trig Identities, Properties of Exponents, and Properties of Logarithms well. Know the Unit Circle well, too (For evaluating trig values of (pi/6), (pi/4), (pi/3), and their reference angles, as well as for quadrantal angles (i.e., 0, (pi/2), etc.)). Remember how to find the equations of lines and certain formulas (i.e., Pythagorean Theorem, Distance Formula, and certain formulas from Geometry (i.e., area of a rectangle, area of a triangle, area of a trapezoid, area and circumference of a circle, etc.)). You should also know how to graph the basic functions (i.e., linear, quadratic, higher-degree polynomial, trig, logarithmic, exponential, absolute value, etc.), as well as how to solve equations (i.e., linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, trig), and you should also review transformations of the graphs of functions, such as reflections, horizontal and vertical shifts, and horizontal and vertical stretches and shrinks. That should help get you started.

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

@@herbcruz4697 How about finding the domain and range of functions algebraically? So without being given a graph. For the unit circle do I only really need to memorize the first quadrant?

[@herbcruz4697]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v For finding the domain of a function, when given the function, all you have to remember is three things: 1. You cannot divide by zero (0). 2. You cannot take the even root of a negative number. 3. You can only take logs of positive numbers (i.e., You cannot take the log of zero (0), and you cannot take the log of a negative number).

[@iainronald4217]

On our latest exam, they posed a question: cosinx(8 arctan(13/17) and we never covered the arc functions. That's what I usually find, they put questions in that we have no hope of answering. And, something that's in this calculus class that I never found in any other math course, is you're not given marks for legwork. Usually, a question is out of 4 and just by following procedure you can get 3/4, but not here. If the answer's not right, the question is 0.

[@zachsteward2313]

I’m a first term junior and I have three more maths to take before I graduate next year. I like this guy. He knows what he’s talking about.

[@Lemurai]

You haven’t taken your math courses in the first 3 semesters? What school do you go to??? I was done with calc 3, differential equations and physics by my 3rd semester? Are you doing some kind of liberal arts? Business?

[@sullymirzayanov6275]

Calculus 3 gets difficult with double and triple integrals. You can’t solve them without sketching.

[@absolutezero2848]

Cal 3 it's easy even linear algebra and differential equations. I think calc two was the hardest

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

@@absolutezero2848 Do you need to memorize the unit circle?

[@absolutezero2848]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v That is actually a good question. You will need it a lot but it will come to you with the time. I used to do all the back of the book problems so I memorized it with practice but it is helpful if you memorize it before.

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

@@absolutezero2848 Should I only memorize the forst quadrant?

[@absolutezero2848]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v I mean you can find the other cuadrants using the first one but it really depends on you and how you feel. I'm assuming you are about to take your first calculus class. I got to calculus without knowing the unit circle very well but at the end of it I knew it. It come with practice.

[@ryanarchuleta6231]

The highest Math I ever took was precalculus 6 years ago when I got my associates. I didn't really want to keep going because I didn't want to take on student loan debt, but I think I would like to now. I was going to retake precalculus in the spring to refresh my memory before calculus but I took one look at the first assignment and I was like "I don't remember any of this." The class was clearly designed for people who just took college algebra a month before. I was going to take college algebra over the summer so I could go back even further, but the class was full. Starting next week I'm taking intermediate algebra. The plan is to take college algebra in the fall, precalculus next spring, then calculus either next summer or in the fall. I figured if i have to build up my skills all over again so be it. I'm already in a good career. This isn't like a barrier to entry to get a good job. I just want to improve my chances of securing something higher later.

[@anteros__]

Watching this before my final, which is 5 days away. Guess I better get back to studying..

[@litzymejia8817]

I'll try my best. I failed my first calc exam with a 68%. As a math major, I feel like im running out of time already but it's just the first exam. thank you for the tips!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I'm sure you can turn it around! Best of luck moving forward!

[@riverogue13]

weird question what do you do with a math major? I'm actually curious not like being judgemental or anything lol

[@6kbps]

@@riverogue13 some math majors go into data science

[@Convexhull210]

I can’t speak for calculus(which I will be taking soon), however I can speak for general chemistry, which doesn’t have advanced math but was at times kind of challenging. My professor was really good and we had a good relationship. I did active recall on all his lecture notes, and talked with him about what was on the exams. I focused on the material that was more than likely on the exam, and ignored the material that was less likely to be on the exam. I believe you’re correct in communicating with your professor. Just knowing what you’re going to be tested over can really help you figure out how to develop a study strategy.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Absolutely! Thanks very much for commenting and best of luck with your upcoming calculus!

[@Convexhull210]

BriTheMathGuy thank you!

[@Jordan-by1zs]

Matt Brown did you pass?

[@gunhasirac]

This is a great video for people that teaches too. Regarding the first point, it is a very interesting way of putting it. I think another reason results in that gap of expectation is what you should learn from the textbook and exercises. What I notice is students can do pretty well if the problems are very similar that every step is exactly the same but with different numbers, but once any extra tweak is required on top of the original problem students fail miserably. We not only expect students to do the same problems well, but also expect students to do similar problem or any problems using same concepts. That's probably one of the reasons students struggle. btw the last one is so true. You cannot do calculus well wihtout solid algebra calculation ability but unfortunately part of the students fail in this often.

[@jadenbrown8813]

I’m in my junior year of high school now taking pre calc but I feel like I just don’t know enough of algebra 1-3 and geometry to really do well. I never did bad in those classes but I usually just got good grades by doing all my work and not necessarily doing well on the tests. Aside from algebra 1, which was easy I thought

[@maya7935]

I took pre calc as a junior too. It isn't a huge jump up from algebra 2--the only thing you need is a solid understanding of functions and basic trig. You will probably be fine. I kinda b.s.ed my way through pre calc and it's coming for me in calculus lol

[@brandonmanuel2842]

Some high schools like mine do not offerer trig or advanced algebra to prepare for university calculus. I live in Evangeline Parish with is a country parish that mostly teaches basic algebra and geometry. However when I offered to volunteer to watch high school students from Lafayette Parish which is a city parish, I saw the math problems the students were doing and the problems blew my mind! I live in Louisiana where we say the word "parish" instead of "county" because Louisiana is predominately Roman Catholic especially in a region of Louisiana called Acadiana where it was Roman Catholic all the way!

[@VarinderSingh-kx1oh]

Just attending the lectures ain’t gonna cut it you gotta DO THE MATH

[@CalBruin]

I shall add my proverbial 2¢ by suggesting the following. There are three types of Calculus classes dependinhg upon where one is taking the class and who is teaching. First, there is the working mathematician at a top tier university. Their exams tend being more abstract and test conceptional understanding and definitions rather computational abilities. For the example, the homework will always be routine exercises assigned and found in every calculus class but the problems on the exam will not ask taking derivate or evaluate an integral of simple functions, and not necessarily be a proof problem, e.g. what is the derivative a some given discontinuous function? Second, there is the third tier college instructor or community college teacher whose exams echo assigned homework exercises. The challenge here is straight up testing of computational ability and SPEED. Then the third type is your physicists or engineer trained instructor who knows what calculus one needs knowing for practical utility. Their exams will be problems that are more complex versions of the assigned homework problems. Pay attention to the point value of homework vs exams. Say a class has final exam worth 60% of grade, two midterms worth 15% each, leaving homework, spot quizzes, and class participation worth total of 10%, then clearly homework is not as important as how you perform on exams. Unless homework for the class is worth at least 30% or more of the total grade NEVER stress over doing homework. Do homework but don't stress like high school. You can at the very least, submit a problem set with set-up of each problem even if without solutions. Spend the time directly proportional to the points value. For every 100 minutes studying math, spend only % doing homework equal to % homework is worth. If the class is more computational based then practice, practice, practice as if preparing for the AP calculus exam. Memorization of formulae and SPEED is what is being tested. What is mentioned at the front end of the video echoes the contrast between high calculus which is very much learning how to do routine computations like prepping for the AP exam vs top tier college/university instruction which emphasizes concepts over computations.

[@anubhavhere6160]

algebra and trigonometry skills, that was what i was looking for😂 thanks for that

[@surrealistidealist]

Thank you! The final reason was most important for me. I'm studying on my own, not in school, so I don't have to worry about miscommunication with a professor, and I already believe in doing as many practice problems as time allows. But it's good to know that my efforts in mastering Algebra & Trig will be worthwhile!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

You got this!

[@ayakaemisa]

I very much agree. I went into calculus I with a very poor foundation in algebra and trigonometry. I was struggling with the course and barely managed to get by with a C average by the end of it. However, I prepped for calculus II by reviewing a calculus textbook which allowed me to review for past prerequisites of calculus in addition to being able to review concepts pertaining to differential and integral calculus with my newfound knowledge in those areas I was previously lacking in. I got a relatively easy A in calculus II.

[@sarachibani7256]

I am so happy for you, is there any chance you can mention the name of the book you used ?

[@buttunbasher3604]

Bout to do my final exam at 10 am for pre cal. Need 15/20 for a c and I have no clue how to do pre cal. Wish me luck bois!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Hope it went well :)

[@buttunbasher3604]

@@BriTheMathGuy got a 70! Passed the class with a 79.

[@fishboy7054]

I was sick for a couple days in elementary school and now I don’t know all my times tables to this day

[@tawseeftaher9109]

1. this isn't highschool. have conversation with your professors 2. do enough right-home-work-problems. do book problems+ do assignments + do hardest book problems given in end of every chapter 3. excel in algebra+trigonometry

[@TheReck12]

I dropped out of algebra 2 in highschool and have been doing trig and algebra for the past year at community college. Im starting calc now in my third year of community college, doing math that juniors/seniors in highschool were doing. Feels bad but better late than never.

[@manzero134gd]

I've never had pre-cal, trigo and a strong foundation in algebra and here I am taking this Goliath of a course.

[@Andrew_Kono]

How are you doing so far? I start university next week and I am debating if I should take pre-calc or just jump into calc. I've never taken TRIG, only took Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 in HS. Thoughts on this?

[@ethicsr6426]

@@Andrew_Kono I think you'll be fine, tbh it really depends on how well you did in those classes you did take and how well you remember the material.

[@erikmartinez3859]

did u pass??

[@alejandrovillarreal2604]

Andrew Rodriguez how did it go?

[@lailaplaysdbd4004]

Ugh. I'm in Calc 2 and am currently struggling. I don't understand. Calc 1 was easy, but now it's a whole different story.

[@manaayek8091]

In my calc 1 class the tests was written by a different guy than who lectured. His test were sometimes based on topics he talked about in his lab session and not on lecture or homework. All the other lab leaders (who were all graduate math students) would wonder why we were being asked such hard questions. There were no resources to study for his tests. Everyone failed his tests. My class average was 15%-20% for every exam. We had all heard there was a huge curve at the end so most of the class just payed attention to lectures and did homework and ignored the exams. Someone told me that one semester he introduced a topic on the final exam. He had a short little explanation about it before asking a ridiculous question about it.

[@lucyfeng744]

And here’s me a junior planning to take AP Calc in my senior years...... I hope HS Calculus is easier

[@DevilleQueen]

It was so much easier.

[@CarmensProjects]

at least they might curve your grade in high school

[@zacharytrevillian2409]

I’m struggling hard in calc. I dropped out in 2009 and just started back with no basic concepts.

[@thebeatles9]

if the test covers material not in homework or in class, then the teacher has done a poor job

[@daphneloustalet9792]

My biggest problem was my lack of foundation in math from taking a gap year after high school. I spent time relearning trig and precalculus concepts and although I failed the vast majority of my midterms, I ended up getting a B+ on the final and a B+ in the class overall.

[@charlest2858]

You failed midterm and pass final?

[@6kbps]

i failed calc 1 and retook it just to end up with a C lol, taking calc 2 rn and its hell my exam is today and i feel like im gonna eat shit. theres just so much info to process its impossible for me, im a stats major btw and i do well in other courses but calc has taken me to the lowest point of my life, i've never got less than a B+ till i took calc

[@zixzizia1066]

I’m just tired of being tested on about 20 questions I’d rather even have a test with like 50 than 20 because I feel that they don’t accurately represent what I’ve been doing. It’s like the tests are meant to just be extra for no reason. I just wish I was good at math. I am when it comes to the homework as you said, even getting 100 on every test leading up to the actual unit exams. I practice constantly but it’s just not getting me anywhere. But I’ve taken your advice and started on the harder problems and maybe, just maybe, I might be able to get an a.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I’m glad to hear you’re practicing consistently. It does sound to me if you continue to practice the way you are, and switch to doing the hardest type of problems without the aid of your notes, you should start to see more success. Don’t be afraid to speak with your instructors. Best of luck!

[@andrewdalton9195]

I took calc 1 and 2 in high school but my credits didn’t transfer and now I am just realizing how much of calc 1 tests are literally just the teacher trying to trick you with the dumbest algebra problems

[@curly-hairedassassin5233]

As I type this message, I sit at a 77 within my Calc 1 course. The two things that hit me the most from your video is that I need to review over my algebra and trig. And I need to do more hw! Thanks man, I’m hoping to finish with a low A.

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

Could you possibly give me a list of pre-calculus units/concepts/skills that I should know before going into calculus? I struggled badly in high school because of how trash the teachers were so I never managed to establish a solid understanding of math. I would appreciate it.

[@internetuser8460]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v actually a better way to assess what you need is to create a khan academy account and take a test for concepts in algebra/precalculus, based on what problems you get wrong they tell you what you need to study. even if you just watch the videos and dont do any problems you get better

[@internetuser8460]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v but you should review how to simplify and expand equations, trig equations, stuff like that

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

@@internetuser8460 Thank you Veronica. I am planning on creating a Khan Academy account and I will go through their algebra 1, algebra 2, Trig, and pre-calculus course. I am beyond insecure with my math education and I have calculus coming up this September(on the 9th).

[@curly-hairedassassin5233]

@@user-qy6tu9ip9v my apologies for being so late with the response. Veronica’s advice is great! Definitely create a Khan Academy account, as that’s what I have done to help out with Calculus.

[@andymedrano1802]

Im going to fail calculus this semester and i feel horrible

[@domdubz7037]

I think calculus is easily passable and understandable, if you put in the right amount of work and dedicate yourself to understanding it.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Well said!

[@wexer82]

Thanks. This gives me hope, since I'm struggling with Calc2. (pi long video :D)

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I'm glad! Best of luck with your classes going forward!

[@benkleschinsky]

Honestly yes. I wish I could just get access to the actual tests before applying for college and just study those, lol! Lectures are nice but, I would like to know the expectations. That is 100% the biggest reason why I have failed at math class, miscommunication from a professor that honestly may have a different teaching method than the books. Unfortunately the tests are always written for the books now regardless of what the lectures may be about. A good professor will understand the book he is using, but a lot of professors just assume you will pick up on anything even if they don't teach you.

[@heisvi9317]

Usually you can get access to previous tests and exams. Sometimes you gotta pay though

[@pbkyycolita6200]

This just gave me motivation to study harder. Thank you so much!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

You’re welcome. Best of luck!

[@adryanblack13]

Can you do a video on why people failed physics

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I could try, although I am certainly not an expert on that subject. In addition I don't know how much different my advice would be. I think many of the reasons why students fail physics are similar to the reason they fail calculus. I'll see if I can look into it further. Thank you very much for watching and commenting. Have a wonderful day!

[@axxarxse2391]

People only fail physics, when they don’t know what the problem is asking. You have to remember the formulas, and connect it to the question. It’s honestly not that hard. You HAVE to STUDY!

[@Ad-qt8lx]

Yea i have a c in calc 1. I just made a 71 on my 2nd test. I wanna be an engineer & i dint really have a backup plan. I like learning math & history. I dont wanna major in history bc i hate writing & reading. But if i dont do engineering then history is my only other option but i would have to start over. Ive never been interested in the medical field, animals, life sciences, business, just engineering. Idk what to do. I cant afford a 4 year school without scholarships & i wont get those scholarships unless my grades from cc are good. And i dont think the university i wanna go to will let me join their engineering program unless i have at least a C. Its a struggle just to maintain a C. I made a 59 on my 1st test & a 71 on the 2nd test

[@vaclav222]

calculus is easy, the algebra part is mid tier difficulty the hardest part... simplification rearranging and fraction radicals and memorizing identities,. I think if you master algebra and know fraction rules and good in simplification and have a good memory you will find calculus easy, wanna see what i mean? try integrating a problem using substitution by parts that's involve a difinity integral of pi in a fraction as a boundaries and the problem itself should have a partial fraction decomposition with natural log and eular number rises to the 3x multiplied by x'5 add some trig sin(8x)cos'5(-3x) to the mix enjoy

[@rinnyj9547]

Thank you. I'm trying to knock out Calc I and II over the summer on my own. I think I know everything I need to know in order to achieve success now.

[@kassbest9572]

Hi Erin, I am trying to do the same thing, it's kinda hard to solve the problems by yourself, but it's much more easier with the help of youtube videos. Good luck

[@spamfriendly6489]

Thanks. That saved a lot of research time ! Bless you young man !

[@SpeedForce4525]

It's crazy how much this varies per state in Amercia.

[@ciderhat2760]

Covid essentially destroyed my high-school math classes. School shutdown during Algebra 2, the next year I only had Pre-Calc a couple times a week with a teacher who didn't care cause they were leaving that same year. Next thing I knew I was taking summer 2 calc 1 and barely passed. Now I'm failing calc 2 after the first 6 weeks

[@togeinumaki3124]

I'm a senior high student and i manage to pass precalc and basic calc last school year and now is vacation I'm reviewing and yeah following ur advice to refresh and hone my triginometric and algebra skills !!

[@dr_drw]

Great tips! Thanks!

[@michaelsotomayor5001]

I’m now more scared of calc lol I’m trying to pick up on college.. it’s been over 5 years.. I guess I should start from square one? Computer science was my goal. I’m guessing the hardest part of that career would be calculus and differential equations? Thanks to anyone that replies and Brian for sharing these videos.

[@VergilPeterson]

I wish I could complete 1 calc 2 hw problem. I spend 10 minutes setting it up and then completely fuck it up and waste my time

[@chadr2604]

It could also be the instructor. I failed calculus 1 the first time and was told you have to be special to understand calculus. It turned out I had a shitty professor who did not understand it and just memorized it. Its not any worse than addition and subtraction you just need someone who can explain it.

[@emanalramadhan6288]

Got a C in both Calc 1 and 2 and in 3 I’m aiming for an A for give my gpa a lift 😢wish my luck.!! I always didn’t understood why I had that bad mark as I did my homework and practice but somehow I’m always mistaken , even though I was pretty cool with my skills back in high school.

[@cofeetable9781]

I hate Web Assign with a passion as it eliminates the biggest thing when it comes to learning and understanding, which is learning from your mistakes. You get no feedback, no hints, rarely a step by step, a follow along of thought process, and if you get it wrong, too bad, do it again until you get EXACTLY what they want. It doesn't give you the opportunity to test what you DON'T know, there is no way to learn from it, yet professors keep using it due to its easy grading.

[@vapppabat]

This advice was really helpful and now time to test it.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Best of luck!

[@AmazingStoryDewd]

I ended up teaching myself calculus. Classroom instruction does really do anything for me. I'm usually better learning on my own.

[@user-qy6tu9ip9v]

Hi James. Could you possibly give me a list of pre-calculus units/concepts/skills that I should know before going into calculus? I struggled badly in high school because of how trash the teachers were so I never managed to establish a solid understanding of math. I would appreciate it.

[@divergentbee9452]

I'm taking calc in high school and so far not doing too bad but knowing extra always helps

[@arakantatsuya5573]

Please I’m going to be a sophomore, a 16 year old taking pre calculus honors, sobbbbb

[@OH-vh6vi]

Why is it my math professors don’t answer emails, but say “you can reach out” in just abt every session 😐

[@daphneesperanza]

We have calculus as our advanced math subject this year (I'm in grade 10 in the Philippines) as a part of our curriculum and we just had our first class today. I am SO confused, but that's probably because we're doing online classes an it's harder for us to understand math subjects on screen (unable to ask for different examples for the same topic) since they usually use PowerPoint presentations that can't be changed. I'm hoping things get better for me since I really don't want a low grade on the subject.

[@workhard2577]

when i am solving questions of calculus i dont know why i cant find the way to start

[@sharifahaq8576]

Totally agree, very well said. Thanks

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Thanks very much!

[@corynorris66]

#1 reason people will fail calculus I feel is out of complete laziness. Even someone who is terrible at math but that has discipline should be able to at least achieve a C or B.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

You have some valid points. I agree that for many people, doing more work/practice on the subject can get them through the course. On the other hand, I've known students who work incredibly hard and still seem stuck. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@alphawavesready6639]

Where do I start in math? I to have a terrible foundation from highschool didn't care about math. Im about to take on a major in college soon where it requires a lot of math.

[@bluehurricane15968]

i wish i could taken calculus 1 at high school to make me prepare better in college. Im going to retake calculus in the fall. im going try to improve my algerbra and geometric topic before i start the class again in the late summer

[@justina8143]

Algebra was my biggest struggle in Calc 2 and DE

[@jodan2985]

(Long comment) Hey, I have a few questions that I need help with. I'm currently taking Pre-Calc (11th Grade), and I'm struggling with understanding concepts. I take notes every day on the lesson, but I often find myself struggling to keep the pace as the teacher is going. I can learn a lesson but the next day I forget. I'm currently 53 Lessons in, but I do not understand 2/3's of the homework. I do great on tests, but that's because my teacher goes over it in detail. I was told to get better is to keep doing more problems and practicing them, but I can't find myself practicing them because, after school, I don't want to do anything school related because school is extremely stressful for me, and I want to do something I enjoy after school. I maintain A's in everything but Pre-Calc (82) So my questions are the following: How do I practice more, How do I stay motivated and positive about Pre-Calc, What can help me understand Pre-Calc, How can I catch up, and are there any easier ways to take notes in Pre-Calc without getting behind? I really loved your video and think the tips you gave are very beneficial to everyone, especially with the communication.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

I think that if you want more motivation, look at the reasons you want to accomplish something. Why is taking this math course important? Why is getting an A important? Is doing well in this course going to get me where I want to go? Maybe for you doing well in math means getting into college and majoring in something requiring math. Focus on your overall goal and motivation will follow. Yes, doing more problems and practicing the concepts is the main way to succeed in pre-calc/calc. However, there may be some other things you can do. Maybe speaking with your teacher outside of class could be beneficial. Have you considered scheduling some tutoring after school? Could you give yourself some sort of reward for doing a bit of extra work after school? These are just some ideas, but you may have to think outside the box a bit to find the extra solutions that are right for you. More than ever resources are freely available to you online to help you catch up and stay on track. These are just my thoughts at the moment, I wish you the very best of luck!!

[@jodan2985]

Nothing in my future requires math, other than simple math. That’s one reason I just don’t care about it, but the only reason I care about it is to do great on the ACT. I’m trying to enjoy it more, but the only math I enjoy is the math I can do. I’m trying to love math and apply it to life but it’s difficult. I’ll try the suggestions you gave me though.

[@oscarsalazar6587]

I want to be a mathematics major but idk if i can pass calculus 1 2 & 3

[@Inndifference]

Oscar Salazar just go for it. I didn’t know if I would be able to pass my calc I class, but I did and working hard to pass my calc II now. Math major is very challenging but rewarding. It will take time and dedication to do it. If you like math then do it.

[@BangMaster96]

Math is built on strong foundations. If you didn't pay attention to understand the concepts in your earlier math classes, you'll struggle to understand the concepts in later math classes.

[@mockingbird2681]

Bro in Sri Lanka we learn calculus when we were in high school

[@GoatzAreEpic]

I actually barely passed calc 1 today, I did nothing the entire semester and crammed everything the last week. This is not recommended xd

[@piyushlehekar1401]

First strong your trigonometry.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

It's definitely vital!

[@agreedboarart3188]

My issue with most math classes is that they don't teach logic as much as they teach memorization. It's a shame because I'm actually really good at math, but a lot of teachers hold your hand in a way that doesn't help you, and then expect you to master the subject. It's a weird juxtaposition.

[@markbaliling9836]

well said 👌

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Thanks very much!

[@aaalucasaalucas8788]

Here in brasil the govern gave calculus on a exam, and in my school we didn't even finished algebra yet, we still learning geometry and equations (in my class everyone has 16 to 17 years.), it's just so dumb to see this terrible education.

[@garrettjohnston2210]

I start my Calc Class tomorrow at a community college rather than taking it at my university (Pitt) and I am nervous. It's very hard at Pitt, so Im hoping I can do well. I have poor skills ugh.

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Best of luck with your class!

[@ivanvelazquez298]

“This isn’t high school anymore” Me taking precalc in high school

[@mateoenrique299]

hey man appreciate the tip I was wondering where does the geometry fall onto? I have already reviewed the subjects that you said and the only problem is geometry

[@waitaminute5638]

POV: You are trying to get AP calculus ab and bc and when he says " you are not in highschool anymore" you are like:🤨🤨😆

[@paindev4208]

shi bro I’m talking calculus as a sophomore 😭😭

[@kgk-179]

Kuwaits high school math curriculum consists of calculus 1 or a and calculus b or 2 because Kuwait university is one of the hardest universities in terms of math in the middle east

[@pandabearguy1]

I question rather the foundations of mathematics itself.

[@kylieshinez]

I just started my calculus 1 class today. I have not taken a trig class since 2015😀 So I am beyond scared as to how much trig I need to review 😭 My algebra skills are good but I just need to review specific areas because I forggooott a lot lol. Any tips on studying trig without taking the class?? Appreciate it the video!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

A C take a look at the most basic trig identities on a trig formula sheet. Certainly you will need sin squared plus cos squared is 1. I would definitely review the unit circle, specifically evaluating trig functions on the first quadrant of the unity circle. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to look at the graphs of sinx and cosx. Don’t be stressed, it will come back with a little bit of review. Have a great day and good luck!

[@kylieshinez]

BriTheMathGuy thank you so much!

[@kylieshinez]

So I passed with a high C 🙃

[@kylieshinez]

Passed Calc 2 with a high C 👌🏽

[@Blaquegold]

Lol I have not done math in over 22 years but I want to go back to school and get my degree. Did not realize how much I have forgotten. Now trying to get past precalculus just to get into calculus smh!!!

[@BriTheMathGuy]

Best of luck!!

[@verbalstormborn]

Thank you for this

[@BriTheMathGuy]

My pleasure!

[@danc5644]

I don't know why any of these videos would suggest "You aren't doing enough or any hw problems". Listen , I must dedicate 5-8 hours a WEEK doing HW PROBLEMS. The problem isn't my work ethic. It's my lack of comprehesion of the pre-material. Some people are too dumb for calculus or weren't given the tools in high school to succeed at it. I keep coming across algebraic issue in calculus the professor keeps saying "you should have learned this in high school or pre calc" and I didn't learn them from either.

[@sullymirzayanov6275]

So is anyone here who is taking calculus studying for actuary exams? If so, what do you think?

[@aisyahz5847]

Sully Mirzayanov I am!! It was a hella shock to me tbh cus I’m not rlly used to this kind of maths(?) still struggling :(

[@philliprapp4124]

So i got a 56% on my most recent math quiz, I studied for 5 hours mostly on material she said was going to be on the quiz but never appeared, basically the quiz was why is this function continuous and how. I spent the last 5 hours studying derivative problems...smh Calc is prob the last math coarse Ill ever take because my major doesn't require anything harder, but if I fail this class... I really can't afford it, right now it looks like Ill end up having to retake this class, but the first exam is next Wednesday, so.... if that doesn't go well, I give up

[@viniciusmelo3204]

im good at algebra but i kinda suck in trig