algebra and trig help needed

RNSuzq1, RN · Feb 24, 2004

hi!

i am retaking an algebra and trig class to try to get a better grade. i got a c+ the first time around 13 years ago. i am taking it again this semester and i just took my first test. .
tracy

hi tracy,

it had also been years since i took algebra & trig (in high school). i took business math in college (years ago) but my school requires either taking a college level algebra course or for those of us out of school for a long time - taking the algebra placement exam. instead of re-taking an algebra course i chose to challenge the exam. i got their study guide (spent 2 months going over it) and took the exam 2 months ago and placed many classes above what was required for admission. i've been out of school for 20 years but studied my behind off - amazing what you can do when you really want something this bad. you might want to ask your school if you can challenge certain pre-admission exams (instead of taking the courses) if you've already taken these courses before. hope this helps. susan

jawbreaker3000 · Feb 24, 2004

HI Tracy,

Aside from SusanNC's suggestions, take advantage of the school's Math department; they ALWAYS have tutors there who are willing to help. Also, your classmates can help as well. Try to set up or participate in a study group. When I was in school, I would always make a point to meet one or two people from class and get their numbers so that I could call them for questions regarding any HW we would have. Work on the problems constantly. You can also try to search on the web for free Math tutoring. I just did out of curiosity and it gave me websites such as GoMath (although it's for k-12 students and their parents, but they might still be able to help) and the Online Math Tutor (http://www.fliegler.com). I hope these suggestions help.

Good luck!