From Pre-Calc to Calculus: My Experience and Tips for Success | (Jess)

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Pre-calculus serves as a foundation for calculus but differs significantly in conceptual depth. Success in pre-calculus, as demonstrated by maintaining the highest grade in class, does not guarantee the same ease in A.P. Calculus AB. While pre-calculus focuses on algebra and trigonometry, calculus introduces new concepts that may be challenging. However, with consistent study and a positive attitude towards learning calculus, students can excel despite the increased difficulty.
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I'm in Pre-calc as a sophomore and I find it very easy. I have held the highest grade in my class, of mostly juniors and seniors, since the beginning of the year. I am going to be taking A.P. Calculus AB next year and I am a little worried. Is it similar to pre-calc? If i did really well in pre-calc will i do just as well in calculus?by (jess)
 
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If you're doing well so far, and you keep up with your studies, then I don't see why you would be so worried about taking Calc AB.
 
Calculus is much different than pre-calculus conceptually. Pre-calculus is just some algebra, trigonometry, and review to help you in calculus but rarely ever has calculus. Once you study calculus, if you like it, then you will excel, even if it is hard work.
 

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