Brand-new MS Mathematics student.
Summer:
Intro Abstract Algebra (undergrad because I had taken the math ed version in my "past life") -- done with an A
unofficial independent study to prepare for fall classes
Fall:
Mathematical Statistics (probably will continue in Spring)
Abstract Algebra...
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If you find yourself working with a lot of 70 degree triangles, or any other number of degrees for that matter, feel free to make a trig table based on that if you feel it will save you time.
Right triangles are preferable as the basis for trigonometry because any other triangle can be cut into...
I would take one side and start working with it until the other side pops out, changing only one thing at the time. Any change to parentheses, including taking them out and putting them in, is an associative thing; any change to the order of things is a commutative thing.
The other thing you...
I'm making the jump from math ed to pure math. I've done a bit more than the usual math-for-teachers stuff and my advisor is convinced I can pull it off, but if I sound nervous, this is why.
I know what to review and study up on before fall semester for two of my classes but I'm at a loss...