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Andrew Au

Professor of Mathematics & Statistics, Retired
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Carlington 19 hours ago 165 views

how can l become a mine engineer , when l did pure mathematics and geography without doing physics at my advanced level ?

l am wondering on how can l become a mine engineer while l do not have physics on my a level certificate. I am really interested on becoming a mine engineer but l do not know if l can be without physics

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Dee yesterday 264 views

What subjects do you need to know in order to become a pilot?

I heard a bunch of websites say that I need to learn math and physics and maybe even chemistry to become a pilot. Do I need to learn the basics of physics and chemistry to become a pilot? Or do I need to learn more in depth of the subject?

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Sanya 2 days ago 302 views

I got a 76 on my math final and it dropped my math grade down to a 91% , I take Honors Algebra 2 as a ninth grader should I be worried that my math grade is so low?

My teacher also taught half the material three days before the exam.

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Sonya Jun 09 387 views

Why is college so expensive nowadays? #Spring23

For example, Appalachian State University is 23k and change, but GTCC is only 2 grand at max for a four-year education. I understand the latter is more geared toward two-year degrees, but both are in-state and both are colleges. Do the demographics in recent years matter in the equation of...

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Itzel Jun 09 329 views

what are your STEM career experiences?

Hi!
Im really into math, physics, and computer science and its something I want to do when I'm older however I've never met someone in these fields besides teachers, so career wise I'm confused. Could some of you tell me about your careers and what you do? I want to see what would suit me.

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Kristian Jun 08 446 views

best path career to develop my skills in math?

best path career to develop my skills in math?

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peyton May 31 442 views

What do I need to learn for psychology school ?

I need to go to school for psychology school

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Sevan May 29 317 views

Choosing a College for Mechanical Engineering.

I'm a 18 year old that has completed high school and has a diploma who hopes to do mechanical engineering as a career and is facing a hard choice of which college to go to for a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering.

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SNB May 29 343 views

Should I take Physics Honors or AP Biology?

I'm in high school and for my science class next year I have the option to take Physics or AP Bio but I don't know which one would be more useful. I want to go into biomedical engineering and biology is more closely related to that field but I have also heard that colleges want students to take...

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Emily May 15 348 views

Is it easier to get into more prestigious universities if I applied as an astrophysics major rather than a physics major?

I'm a highschool student trying to decide what type of major to apply to.

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Sumedha May 15 275 views

What advice would you give to a high school student wanting to change career paths?

I am a rising 11th grader, who originally wanted to pursue aerospace engineering since elementary school. Due to this, I have taken high school courses that aligned with the STEM path, such as engineering design and physics. However, as I researched more I found out that there aren't many...

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Emily May 05 283 views

What advice would you give a highschooler interested in majoring in physics or a different stem field?

I'm a highschooler interested in stem but unsure what field to go in and what to do.

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Ella Apr 28 338 views

how many hours i have to reading to be good in math?

how many hours i have to reading to be good in math?

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susan Apr 24 283 views

how can i do good in school?

in my examas

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Halle Apr 09 472 views

Is General Astronomy harder than Introductory Physics?

I have to have a science lab class for college, and I don't know which to choose, science isn't my strong suit, but these are the only 2 options I have.