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u/raubry · 8 pointsr/math

Practical Algebra: A Self-Teaching Guide
really helped me a couple of years ago when I had to get up to speed on algebra quickly.

Beyond that, you can hardly do better in the best-bang-for-the-buck department than the Humongous Books series. 1000 problems in each book, annotated and explained, and he has an entertaining style.

The Humongous Book of Algebra Problems: Translated for People Who Don't Speak Math

The Humongous Book of Geometry Problems: Translated for People Who Don't Speak Math

The Humongous Book of Calculus Problems: For People Who Don't Speak Math

u/Tabuhli · 5 pointsr/learnmath

I really believe that Michael Kelly's "Humongous Book of" series are the best resources for getting through all math classes up to Calculus II. These books contain every single type of problem you will ever encounter in Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trig, and Calc I & II, all solved in great detail. They are like Schaums Outlines but much more reliable.

https://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Basic-Pre-Algebra-Problems-Books/dp/1615640835

https://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Book-Algebra-Problems-Books/dp/1592577229

https://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Book-Geometry-Problems-Books/dp/1592578640

https://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Book-Trigonometry-Problems-Comprehensive/dp/1615641823

https://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Book-Calculus-Problems-Books/dp/1592575129

u/Robin_Banx · 4 pointsr/learnmath

Look at worked-out problems. I highly recommend books in this series: http://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Book-Calculus-Problems-People/dp/1592575129/ref=pd_sim_b_2

Beyond that, slog through practice problems. Math is a language. You can know a mind-blowing concept, but you won't develop an intuition for it without repeated exposure. This includes the stuff you might look at and think there's no reason for you to know that cuz software will handle it - if you're looking at a proof that makes zero sense without knowing what happens when you divide logarithms, you're going to be lost.

u/senseofdecay · 2 pointsr/TumblrInAction

Good luck! It's some fun stuff. I'd also recommend this book if you don't already have it:

http://www.amazon.com/The-Humongous-Book-Calculus-Problems/dp/1592575129

u/Alchnator · 2 pointsr/brasil

ja os espertos usam isso

u/OGjtm · 1 pointr/learnmath

Most of the trig and precal you need will be built in to calculus problems. I would recommend just jumping in and doing lots of problems. The Humongous Book of Calculus Problems starts with trig and precal and moves into calculus, with everything explained. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1592575129/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1452092788&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=humongous+book+of+calculus+problems&dpPl=1&dpID=515J89M2yTL&ref=plSrch.

It is also cheap. They also make one for algebra and trig but you probably don't need it. There is also an awesome free calculus book here:
https://www.math.wisc.edu/~keisler/calc.html
Along the way if you get stuck on something specific and a written explanation won't suffice, check khan Academy or YouTube for it.

Also if you plan on studying mathematics or anything closely related, you will likely need an analysis course, in which case Spivak's "Calculus" provides an excellent bridge.

u/KristiiRexx · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

I need either this or this. I'm taking Calculus II this semester for the second time. I'm aiming to be a math major, but I had difficulty last time. I'm already off to a better start this semester, but I want as much practice as possible. I'm aiming for a Masters in Math. I'm lucky that I have high grades and the F from last semester only dropped me down to a 3.2 GPA. I can't afford to have it drop any lower. I can't afford to spend any more time at this level. I have a Calculus workbook that my mom bought me, but it only covers Calc I and about two chapters of Calc II.

Actually.. Anything from my School Stuff WL is stuff I feel I need in order to do well at school. I really need to get organized with my school work and papers.. ._.

u/TribblesIA · 1 pointr/cscareerquestions

Don't feel badly. Calc II favors rote memorization, which a lot of people have to work at. You just have to practice.

Some stuff I did to get it down:
-Write the formulas on your bathroom mirror with dry erase. Every time you go to wash hands or pass it, try to review it a bit.

-Write the new formula 30+ times. It sucks. You are going to hate it, but damn if it doesn't work. As you're writing, try to review which variables mean what.

-Practice problems while waiting in line, commuting, etc. I liked this book (The Humongous Book of Calculus Problems) for some great explanations and practice problems: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.com/Humongous-Book-Calculus-Problems-Books/dp/1592575129&ved=2ahUKEwimlKb11f7jAhXUqZ4KHdXBC0QQFjAAegQIARAB&usg=AOvVaw38Qmi3pxSjppZwJW6CBno8

u/3pence · 1 pointr/calculus

"Humongous Book of Calculus" explains in english without treating you like a dummy or a 5 year old in need of a story.

u/sumthin_inappropriat · 0 pointsr/math

I'm planning on relearning calculus also. The books that were recommended to me were:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1592575129?pc_redir=1412262976&robot_redir=1

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0716731606/ref=pd_aw_sims_3?pi=SL500_SY115&simLd=1

They're not exactly textbooks, but they appear to be good guides. Best of luck.