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Help with Michael Spivak's fourth edition calculus book
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Maths for physics : any suggestions
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Mediocre undergrad vs. stellar graduate GPA
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Getting into a Master of Science Program
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Choosing Between Economics and CS: A Personal Dilemma for Future Career Goals
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What are the job prospects for M.S. Finance and is it a good investment?
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Schools Choosing Between Engineering and Physics: A Student's Perspective
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Are jobs in academia really as rare as two-fish says?
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Schools Astronomy and Astrophysics at University of Toronto; Admission requirements?
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Some advice to become a quantum physicist
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Learning to really make use of mathematics?
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Studying Balancing Homework & Study Time for All Classes
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Programs Should I Switch My Major to Math+CS for Better Grad School Applications?
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Any good test taking tips for physics.
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Love of Mathematics: Can Anyone Master It?
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Programs Math for PhD in Physics: Advice for Nuclear & Particle Physics
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Courses Discover the Best Online Physics Course for a Bachelor's Degree
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Highschool Student Looking To Possible Be involved In reaserch
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Schools Anyone care to read my college transfer essay?
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How Should I Address a Tough Differential Equations Exam with My Professor?
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Admissions Applying for PhDs (and declining) - Etiquette?
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Can I Become a Physicists with a B.Eng?
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Programs I could use some advice (potential math or physics major)
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Schools Scholarships & Finiancial aid for current college students?
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Publications on an undergraduate resume
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Schools Scholarships for second semester college freshmen?
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Programs Should I Switch from ECE to Physics for my Undergraduate Degree?
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I dont understand teachers Severe attention deficit help please.
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Need Advice. Feeling Lost. Awful First Semester, screwed.
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Publication, but I didnt do anything?
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Applied Math vs. Computer Science vs. Statistics
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Preparing for Calc II: Tips and Resources for Success
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C From Calculus: How Will a C Grade Impact My Engineering Career?
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Schools What is a good university for pursuing studies in mathematics?
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Studying Will I be capable of self-studying for AP Physics C
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To keep a long story short, I'm confused.
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What kind of scientist should I pursue if I love both biology and mathematics?
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What is your school work organization system?
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Balancing Multiple Research Projects: Advice for Time Management and Success
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What foods do you eat before doing math?
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How can I convince my ideal adviser to take me on as a PhD student?
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What is a good pace to do Math problems?
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How do YOU do your math homework?
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Courses 3 physics courses at once too much?
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HSC Physics: How Much of Preliminary Course is Needed?
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What are your sucessful study habits and/or skills?
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Programs Need advice for working towards Astrophysics degree
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Schools Going back to graduate school after 3 years, any advice?
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Schools Worried about my GPA in high school, .
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Part-Time Physicist: Can I Work Full-Time and Pursue a Physics Degree?
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What R-Score is Needed for McGill's Honours Math and Physics Program?
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Can I Consolidate My Arxiv Papers Under One Author Name?
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Courses Which College Course Will Be the Most Challenging Next Semester?
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The Future of Aerospace Engineers?
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A medical student who loves physics and wants to learn particle physics
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Schools Community College or a Not so good CSU
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Programs Can a Chemistry BS Graduate Successfully Transition to a Physics PhD?
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Becoming a Theoretical Physicist
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Petroleum or Aerospace Engineering? I'm torn.
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Schools Need Advice on Physics Graduate School
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Fourier analysis - prerequisites
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Schools I never graduated from high school, what are my options?
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Nearly 30 but want to study Physics
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New to physics, very interested,
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How well does a theoretical physicist have to know his math?
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Advice Needed for High School Student Struggling with Math
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Where Can I Find a Good Online Master's Program in Physics?
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Tuition fees and living cost for Uni is too expensive
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3-2 BA Physics/ BS Engineering OR BA Physics and then Masters Engineering?
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Schools Graduate School Admission Chances?
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Is Trigonometry a Good Starting Point for Self-Study?
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Math Major Finds Physics - ODEs, PDEs, Vector Calc, LA
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How difficult is the maths involved in Theoretical Physics?
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Testing Anyone else called to find out your November Physics GRE score?
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Courses Are Online Physics 2 Courses a Viable Option for Engineering Majors?
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Are Online Calculus-Based Electronics 1 Classes Accepted at Lamar University?
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Courses General Relativity- an undergrad or grad course
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Calc I Learning Struggles - Advice Needed
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Transferring from Comm to Physics
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Schools With so many schools to choose from, how do I decide which to consider / visit?
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Should I drop out of my MSEE program?
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What do biophysics do and where do they work?
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Schools University of Pittsburgh Physics
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Two basic questions about education
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What information do you want covered in lectures?
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Is Mathematical Visualization a Discipline or Just a Tool?
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Studying Self-Studying Calculus: Tips for Success from a High School Book
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American Journal of Physics Final essay help please
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Can iPads and other devices replace paper for note-taking and derivations?
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Astrophysics: Passion or Practicality?
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Tentative Schedule: Seeking Input on Class Choices
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Courses Need online calc 1 course-anyone heard of distancecalculus.com?
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Schools Advice: University of Calgary Residence
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Schools Can I Study in a Top 15 U.S. University with My Libyan Degree and Percentage?
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What Should I Learn Before Starting Calculus II?
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Schools University of Manchester or West Schotland?
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Schools What is the best study plan for entering university in Brazil?
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How Should We Approach Learning?
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A medical student who loves physics and wants to learn particle physics
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How to be a better problem solver
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