Linear Algebra vs. Analysis: Which Should I Study First?

[cordyceps]

Hey guys,

I want to self-study some math this year. Would you recommend linear algebra or mathematical analysis first, or does it even make a difference? (If analysis, which text would you recommend? Shilov's Elementary Real and Complex Analysis, Rosenlicht's Introduction to Analysis, or Apostol's Mathematical Analysis?) Thanks a bunch.[/I]

 

[morphism]

Any real study of analysis requires a fair bit of linear algebra.

 

[Howers]

What he means is have linear algebra down cold before you attempt to do analysis. Linear algebra is a big part of real analysis, especially once you deal with mutlivariables. Also, getting used to rigorous mathematics is best accomplished by studying linear algebra.

 

[cordyceps]

Alright. I'll start working on LA then. Thanks a lot.

 

[mathwonk]

thats like asking which is better, lafite roTHSCHILD OR LATour. those are all superb.