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Professor of Mathematics & Statistics, Retired
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Nicholas’s Avatar
Nicholas Jan 30 291 views

Which science should I take next year?

I am undecided for college what science should I take in senior year highschool

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Emily Jan 16 2662 views

What are the best subjects to take to get involved in laboratory sciences?

I just wrote my IGCSE and I’m considering taking up the 6th form

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London Jan 15 1532 views

Why is it hard to do math?

I'm in 7th grade and my first semester I had an A in math but now I have an F and I'm always under stress and I'm getting panic attacks because of it. I'm even writing this in math right now and I'm freaking out. Is there any way to make it more fun?

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Lillian Jan 10 5157 views

What is the best choice of major/ career for me? (math and physics based)

I am a 16 year old high school junior (and am planning on going to college) and I have always been interested in fields like nuclear science and astronomy. I am open, and not restricting myself to the fields above, since I do not know exactly what would be the best path for me. -I really want...

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Gavin Nov 30, 2025 338 views

In which ways will mathematics, specifically pure mathematics, be affected by technological advancements (e.g. machine learning, quantum and high-performance computing)?

How will a future mathematician's career be modified by use of AI for high-powered computation? How with the philosophical approach of pure mathematics change with greater implementation of machine learning?

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Tawina Nov 29, 2025 763 views

What study techniques must a college student acquire in order to succeed in advance math or science classes?

I'm a student at a community college pursuing an engineering associate's degree. Recently, I've been struggling with classes that involve complex math or science concepts. Examples of such classes are multivariable calculus and general physics with calculus. Also, I’m a slower learner, and it...

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Wayne Nov 22, 2025 1085 views

What kinds of jobs can you get with a Physics degree?

And what advice would you give to an incoming Physics student, if that's the degree you went for?

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krishna Nov 20, 2025 1359 views

What are the industry jobs you can get with an astrophysics degree?

I’ve seen a lot of people say that it’s possible to get an industry job after getting your physics degree, just wondering what are the types of jobs you could typically get

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Aaden Nov 20, 2025 532 views

How can I prepare myself for a career in radiography when I’m worried about whether I’ll actually find a job in the field? #Fall25

How can I prepare myself for a career in radiography when I’m worried about whether I’ll actually find a job in the field? I’m also nervous about how hard the transition to college-level science and math classes will be what should I expect?

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Abigail Nov 11, 2025 520 views

What should I do for graduate school ?

Would it be beneficial for me to work for 1-3 years as a clinical data analyst with a bachelor's degree then attend graduate school to earn my masters, or should I attend graduate school directly after college? I am currently majoring in statistics for my undergraduate degree, and will...

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Riya Oct 24, 2025 1040 views

My school offers 3 difficult math courses: AP Calc AB, AP Calc BC, and AP Stats. I want to be an engineer, but instead of taking the harder math route (ends in calc bc), I chose to take the easier math route (Calc ab+stats) is this bad, or will colleges consider the fact that I still have 2 hard math courses (some kids in my school took all 3 courses) ?

Junior interested in engineering

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Lisa Jul 31, 2025 2345 views

How can I brush up on my Math fundamentals for a college assessment ?

I need to brush up on my Math fundamentals for a college assessment help

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Masego Jun 27, 2025 4412 views

How Big Is Astronomy in South Africa Really?

Hi, I'm Masego, an 11th grade learner at Mabothe Secondary High School, and I'm super interested in astronomy. I've always been fascinated by science, and I think it all started when I watched documentaries on the Da Vinci channel about famous scientists like Thomas Edison, Nikola Tesla,...

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Hayden Jun 25, 2025 3685 views

If I want to be an aerospace engineer or a physicist is it worth it to get two bachelor's degrees (one in physics and one in engineering) Or would it be better to get one bachelor's degree and one graduate degree??

I am a sophomore in college at a liberal arts school that has the option of a 3+2 dual degree engineering program.

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Tanisha Jun 19, 2025 2478 views

Publish Stats report?

I have a 20 page statistical report that I crafted from the data collected from my area on nutritional intake and my hypothesis was looking into relations between household income and dietary quality of the residents. I met the statistical conditions for the data to be credible and reliable,...

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Minahil May 30, 2025 1392 views

What do I need to know to be ready for DE Precalc?

I am taking DE Pre-calc in my junior year of high school. What do I need to know? I have heard that algebra is necessary, but what specific topics are necessary for doing well in pre-calc?

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Matthew Apr 25, 2025 901 views

What are some careers that utilize both math and computer science?

I am a high school senior who is planning on double-majoring in math and computer science in college. I've heard about careers in math and computer science respectively, such as being a mathematician or a programmer, but I was wondering if there are any careers that utilize both of my passions.

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Aaishah Apr 23, 2025 561 views

How can I be successful with my PhD?

I'm going to Texas A&M for a Math PhD this fall.

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Angel Apr 23, 2025 689 views

What is the difference between pure mathematics and applied mathematics?

Hello I’m Angel and stuck between UCSD or CPP I don’t know whether research or hands on is better when going for a math degree. Can someone also provide additional info on which technique is best?

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Mikayla Apr 22, 2025 722 views

How would you recommend someone who doesn’t have the strongest basic math skills approach college level math courses?

I went to a French Immersion school and was not able to connect with the math teacher and learn as well as I would have hoped. I now struggle with math even though it used to be a course I enjoyed. I really want to major in chemicals I love science a lot but I know I would have to take some...

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Katherine Apr 21, 2025 729 views

How should a person decide what subfield to specialize in if there are so many appealing choices?

I am a rising college freshman majoring in physics, with career aspirations of becoming an astrophysicist. But the term "astrophysicist" is so broad, and there are too many specializations to count (heliophysics, exoplanetology, planetary science, cosmology, galactic evolution, and...

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Samantha Apr 15, 2025 978 views

What are some resources I can use to help me succeed in online mathematics classes?

I am returning to school as a college junior. I do not have experience with online classes and I am looking for advice on how to succeed/beneficial resources I can use. Thanks!

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Abubakar Apr 14, 2025 780 views

Carrier opportunities in physics

What are the career opportunities in BSc physics

Ryan’s Avatar
Ryan Apr 14, 2025 706 views

what does a day in the like of a graduate physics student look like?

I am curious what a future of looking for graduate school is like.

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Sarah Apr 13, 2025 920 views

How do I go about selecting a major as an incoming college freshmen, when as a 17 year old girl, haven't found my "passion" yet ?

I love being outside and don't necessarily think I want to be in an office all day.

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Cassandra Apr 12, 2025 3190 views

What do you wish someone told you before you started working in data analytics?

Hello! I am an upcoming Fall 2025 university student majoring in Statistics with a potential minor in Public Policy/Computer Science looking to work in data analytics, preferably in the healthcare field. I would love any advice, tips, or lessons you've learned along the way--or things I should...

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Rylen Apr 09, 2025 611 views

What are some steps I can take to have a successful future in physics research during my undergraduate education?

I'm currently a high school senior and I plan on going to college to major in physics and electrical engineering. I have a passion for physics and am excited to learn more about it.
#Spring25

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Xavier Apr 09, 2025 529 views

What must life be after college for students who can’t pay ?

What will life after college will be like and how will it fully impact my life after. Will I take out loans or drop out why should students have to pay high prices that are not reasonable at many schools to gain a higher education to support yourself in the future. Why must we be stuck in a...

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Aaliyah Apr 05, 2025 491 views

How should I study for statistics/higher math in college?

I’m a senior at Union City High School in Tennessee, and I will attend a community college to further my education. I would like to become better at studying for math. Which is why my question is about statistics/higher math classes in college. If you don’t mind helping me, that would be very...

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Luis Apr 02, 2025 663 views

What is the hardest part of getting into a Physics career?

I am a 18 year old in college getting my basics, later planning on transferring to a 4-year university to major in physics and minor in astronomy. I wanted to know what are the hardest parts of getting into the physics career so I can prepare myself as soon as I can. #spring25

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Angelica Apr 03, 2025 961 views

As a female high school senior intending on majoring in applied mathematics with a concentration in actuarial science, what obstacles can I expect in the classroom and job market, and what steps would best prepare me for a future as an actuary??

I am a high school senior graduating in May, and I am enrolled at Westfield State University for the 2025 Fall semester. I am confident in my major selection, but I am interested in professional insight.

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Miri Apr 03, 2025 520 views

How to manage a double major at Cal?

I'm a high school senior who was recently accepted to Berkeley. My goal is to graduate with two degrees in four years: a B.S. in Atmospheric Sciences, and a B.S. (B.A. if possible) in Physics. Can anyone who has double majored at Berkeley give tips on managing coursework?

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Tammy Apr 04, 2025 1553 views

What are some good math apps that can help me UNDERSTAND what I'm doing? I will likely be taking a statistical class.

Context: Math is my absolute worst subject. It stopped me from going to a 4-year out of high school (fear of failure). I have to take one math class despite my already 2 transferred classes from my other tech, and I'm only doing a 2-year program.

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Beckham Apr 02, 2025 1144 views

What do I need to do to get into statistics. I just am really wondering what type I want to get into. How can I figure out what would be the best specific field in statistics for me, what is the difference between an actuary and an actuarial scientist and how and why does that fit into statistics ?

#Spring25
I just want it to be enjoyable. Sports analyzing catches my eye. However, I realize that is a very hard field to get into as a whole but still.

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Jenisha Apr 05, 2025 2048 views

Is memorization important in engineering?

I'd consider math my best subject, but if it's been a while since I've done a specific type of problem, I usually have to reteach myself. Is this normal? I'm currently a senior in high school taking Pre-Calc, and I get 100% on all my assignments and tests. However, if I were given a problem...

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Zicong Mar 16, 2025 627 views

Should I take both Ap physics 1 and Ap physics C next year, what's the different?

Next year is my senior year

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Cindy Mar 10, 2025 1060 views

How can I be able to get elevated in Math?

I am in 7th grade standard math right now, and I really want to get into Algebra 1 next year for math, are there any resources to help me learn pre-algebra/8th grade math?

There is a summer placement test for this so are there any recommendations for textbooks, or resources

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Jose AlcantarJimenez Mar 07, 2025 3396 views

Hello dear professors, my name is Jose what do I need to do for prepare my major/ career? Want to do architect

What do I need to do now to be prepared for college?

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Baixin Mar 07, 2025 5663 views

What skills does a math teacher have? Mathematical knowledge? Teaching ability?

I wanted to determine what skills are essential for a math teacher that would help me in my career path.

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Sam Feb 25, 2025 1575 views

How do I get started with getting into Astronomy or Programming?

What should I do to get started on learning about Programming or Astronomy? what schools should I look into? what should I do beforehand to set me up for success?

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Ryan Jan 08, 2025 1126 views

I am considering getting into engineering, I am in 10th grade but my grades aren't the best. I am good at trade math questions but not very good at geometry, I enjoy working with my hands and currently taking my second year of welding.

How can I improve in math, and what resources should I be using to become successful in engineering

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S. Jan 06, 2025 5793 views

Is a Mathematics degree enough for entry level positions in Finance?

I am currently obtaining my associate's degree and have decided that mathematics is the best option because of it's versatility. My goal is to work in investment banking, so I know I will need a bachelor's degree. I have no desire to get a Master's degree. Will that effect my chances? What...

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Hannah Jan 03, 2025 1680 views

How should I proceed along the lines of my math classes?

Hello! I have a question! I am currently taking honors Precalculus as a sophomore and next year I want to go to standard stat because I don't want to feel overwhelmed, and I plan to take another AP class in an unrelated subject. My math teacher is telling me to go to AP Calculus AB then do AP...

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curtis Dec 12, 2024 526 views

how will i be successful in college studying aeronautical engineering?

what,how,why will i be successful in college studying aeronautical engineering,

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Thiago Nov 25, 2024 1332 views

How do I have a good career in Maths?

I love mostly performing calculation

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david Nov 25, 2024 1753 views

which career if you like computer and maths?

like comp and math

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CareerVillage Office Hours Nov 22, 2024 2915 views

How to become an adjunct professor?

Lend your expertise: what does it take to become an adjunct professor?

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Rosalina Nov 22, 2024 861 views

My age is 14, what is a good book for math?

my age is 14 what is a books good for me like maths?

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Vivian Nov 18, 2024 975 views

help me with this ?

so I just go out of school and I am trying to look for a test to see how smart I am how can I do that I am not really great at math and I need help and its kinda hard to study when there is a lot of talking in my class and I just need help and if you can help me that would be great and I really...

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Benedict Nov 17, 2024 870 views

How can i build up my carrer?

how can i grow in my education