Confusion between ##\theta## and ##d\theta##

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The discussion centers on the distinction between ##\theta## as a scalar and ##d\theta## as a vector, particularly in the context of differential forms. Participants emphasize the importance of context in mathematical notation, suggesting that understanding the underlying concepts is crucial for clarity. The conversation also references the IIT JEE preparation course, indicating that the topic is relevant for students preparing for this Indian entrance examination.

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Why is ##\theta## a scalar whereas ##d\theta## a vector ?
 
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What makes you think ##d\theta## is a vector?
 
What course are you taking? Is it on differential forms?
 
I'm asking this because my teacher taught this in class but I just didn't understand
 
Course for iitjee
 
Ashes Panigrahi said:
Course for iitjee
Have you had the prerequisite course hhsidd?
 
Ashes Panigrahi said:
Course for iitjee

What does the abbreviation "iitjee" stand for?
 
Stephen Tashi said:
What does the abbreviation "iitjee" stand for?

Google tells me it an Indian entrance exam or something, so I guess a prep course for that: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joint_Entrance_Examination_–_Advanced

OP ask better questions and respond with more than a sentence to get better help. As far as I consider mathematical notation, ##\theta## and ##d\theta## can mean whatever you want. It's just notation. You need some kind of context here OP.

LCKurtz said:
Have you had the prerequisite course hhsidd?

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2694525? lol
 

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