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    Total Charge on the Surface of a Drum

    The solution was very easy once I understood. My main problem was interpreting the phrase, "increased to". I kept trying to use the original surface area given.
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    Total Charge on the Surface of a Drum

    Hi everyone-This is my first time posting a homework question. I'm a little stuck. I appreciate any help to clue me in the right direction. Homework Statement If the drum has a surface area of 6.25×10−2 , what total quantity of charge must reside on the surface of the drum? I got...
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    What's on Your Fall 2010 Science Schedule?

    Things did not go as planned-I had to go back and correct some major deficiencies:blushing: The new schedule: Precalculus I Beginning Japanese C++ This will definitely be easier on me since I still have a full time job--and for the Japanese, it will be fun to revisit after 20 years!
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    Testing Struggling in University: My Experience as an Engineering Physics Major

    I meant to add: I found a blog where a person with dyscalculia was pursuing a degree in physics but I cannot find any links :( Hopefully, this thread will be a bit more helpful: https://www.physicsforums.com/archive/index.php/t-341241.html
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    Testing Struggling in University: My Experience as an Engineering Physics Major

    I am just beginning my journey so I may not best qualify to provide advice. Also, I do not wish to steer you down the wrong path away from your goals. I do hope others here will chime in. It sounds as if there is still hope. You did not provide any details on school scheduling, social life...
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    What's on Your Fall 2010 Science Schedule?

    That's great to hear--I'm excited for you! If all goes well during the summer sessions (precalc I and II), it will be: Calculus I Physics I C++
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    Is It Worth Starting Over for a Degree in Physics?

    Mathemaniac, thanks again for the input. Not your fault if you felt you misunderstood, I know these types of posts have been repeated ad nauseum and will probably continue. Doesn't help my case much if I sound like a fangirl. I definitely need no illusions... Pursuing this will no doubt be...
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    Is It Worth Starting Over for a Degree in Physics?

    Thanks for chiming in--looking back over my OP, I realized I may have come across as someone who might be making a hasty decision based on what I think being a physicist might be like. I assure you, I have looked beyond the surface and considered the requirements and commitments. I joined...
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    Is It Worth Starting Over for a Degree in Physics?

    Thanks again for responding - I find stories such as yours inspiring. I hope to come to a final decision before the end of next week. Best of luck to your and your wife with your studies!
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    180-LIBERAL ARTS TO ENGINEERING/MATH/PHYSICS? Any suggestions

    Jordan, what are your school requirements? For example, the school I am considering allows those with previous bachelor degrees to seek a second bachelor's--all general education requirements will be considered met. This might sound like the bee's knees but... Vector, I am slightly confused...
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    180-LIBERAL ARTS TO ENGINEERING/MATH/PHYSICS? Any suggestions

    Jordanjohnson, I feel I am in a very similar situation - only I'm not quite finished with my bachelors degree (in web design). I am ready to completely drop it to pursue physics and possibly electrical engineering even though I'm 'thisclose' to finishing. My debt is not quite that high but...
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    Is It Worth Starting Over for a Degree in Physics?

    Thank you for the replies--your responses are very encouraging. Sometimes I wonder when we ask for advice, are we really asking to have our position on matters validated...I suppose I needed to know that my situation is not as unique as I thought. Most people I mention this to think its...
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    Is It Worth Starting Over for a Degree in Physics?

    Hello all. This is my first post. I am seeking advice, criticism or generally, any helpful information you can provide. Similar to more recent posts, I am in my 30's considering taking up the study of physics. I have spent a good 2 or 3 months lurking here and researching career options...
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