Level of difficulty between some of these math classes

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The discussion centers on the perceived difficulty of Intermediate Algebra and College Algebra at a two-year college, noting that both Intermediate Algebra and Algebra 1 are 5 units, while College Algebra is only 3 units. The consensus is that the number of units does not directly correlate with the difficulty of the courses, as units reflect the time commitment rather than the complexity of the material. It is emphasized that both Algebra 1 and College Algebra are generally not considered difficult, as the concepts are commonly taught to younger students. The transition from Algebra 1 to Algebra 2 and from Algebra 1 to College Algebra is also addressed, with the implication that the differences in difficulty are minimal.
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Intermediate algebra and algebra 1 are both 5 units and then college algebra is only 3 units, so is college algebra easier then since it is only 3 units ?

(At a 2 year college)?

going from algebra 1 to algebra 2 (Is there much difference in the level of difficulty between the two?)

or going from algebra 1 to college algebra ? (Again, is there much difference in the level of difficulty between the two?)
 
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The number of units isn't a measure of difficulty, it's a measure of how much time it takes.

That being said, I can't imagine calling either class "difficult" by any stretch, since 14 year olds around the country learn this material all the time.
 
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