Calculus or Physics

subec · Jul 9, 2002

I really enjoyed both classes, but if I had to choose, I would probably choose physics. Can you take and AP class and test out of some hours once you get to college? I did this for English, and it really helped.

meandragonbrett · Jul 9, 2002

I wish I had this option ! My school doesn't currently offer AP classes, just honors courses, which really aren't that different. I go to a small private school, but we have a great curiculum and have never had a problem with students getting into their school of choice. My goals are to be a CRNA, I don't know if that changes your opnion or not.

Brett

indeed · Jul 9, 2002

Ohhhhh decisions decisions!!! I would have to say Calculus...but then, I was actually considering going into higher math in college. The way I figure it, once you learn how to differentiate, the rest of your life will be a breeze in comparison. Seriously though, Calc was a lot of fun. Arh wait though, so was Physics, especially since you could apply what you learned in Physics to such things as billiards and various drinking games...I'm torn. Can't you take both?! Hehe.

Indeed.

Steved · Jul 9, 2002

If you can only take one, take Physics. You will find the everyday applications of Physics far more useful than Calculus. Physics will also give you a solid foundation for learning Chemistry or any other science class you might take. Although Calculus would give you a solid foundation for learning Physics...

kimtab · Jul 9, 2002

I concur- take the Physics class. More fun than Calculus too!

Kim

babynursewannab · Jul 9, 2002

Hey now! Calculus rocked! I loved it. I never actually took physics though, so I can't compare the two.

Looking at the other responses tho, I would have to agree and say physics has more application potential.

Good luck!

Alyssa

meandragonbrett · Jul 9, 2002

Thanks guys! I was leaning towards physics, and that's what I'm going to do.

Brett

elusive · Jul 11, 2002

definately physics (calculus is EEVIL!!! :| )its more practical in nursing anyways. Like how much pressure to break a bone, if the glass breaks and hits the floor which shard will fly back and hit you in the eye. Besides it more fun.. experiements and such..and its practical math...gotta love math you can use!

meandragonbrett · Jul 11, 2002

Well, I'm all signed up for physics, I think I made the right choice, b\c I didn't want to take calc.! YUCK!!!! Thanks guys!

Brett

plaefulangel · Jul 15, 2002

also, the CRNA schools want you to take physics. i dont know of any nursing school that requires calculus. my goal is to become a CRNA too.

prmenrs, RN · Jul 15, 2002

Physics--do they do gas laws? that would help. My diploma program gave us 4 clock hours of physics principles that HELPED in figuring out stuff related to actual care of pts! It was extremely helpful!! You wouldn't think just little bit would be, but it was.