Is calc 1 more similar to calc 2 or calc 2 similar to calc 3

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When considering the sequence of calculus courses, it is crucial to minimize gaps between classes to retain information. The discussion emphasizes that taking a gap between Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 is not advisable, as the concepts in these courses are interconnected. Instead, maintaining a continuous flow by taking Calculus 1, followed immediately by Calculus 2, and then Calculus 3 without gaps is recommended. This approach helps prevent forgetting essential material and ensures a stronger foundation for advanced topics. If a gap is unavoidable, reviewing previous material or studying ahead is necessary to stay prepared for subsequent courses.
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I'm going to have a gap between math classes at some point. I can either take calc 1, then calc 2 the following semester, then have a semester gap with no math, and then calc 3.

Or calc 1, no math gap, calc 2, calc 3.

The reason I am asking is because i will forget some information in the gaps, but for example if calc 1 has nothing to do with calc 2, then i would have my gap between that.

So would it be better to have the gap between calc 1 and 2 or between 2 and 3?
 
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Fill the gaps because otherwise YOU WILL FORGET SOME INFORMATION. Take the gap of attending Calculus course work any time you want; but you will either need to review what you have studied or study ahead for the course in which you enroll after the gap.
 
AMan24 said:
if calc 1 has nothing to do with calc 2

Which is not the case at all!
 
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