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    How hard is Calculus?

    I get what you're getting at, but dropping the class is not an option for me. I've already been at a community college for 2 years. I switched my major to Computer Science which will add an extra 2 years to my stay here. I can't spend the rest of my life in community college dropping classes and...
  2. K

    How hard is Calculus?

    Well, I have other classes to study for. I don't have a problem with studying 5+ hours, but if that's for ONE class, DAILY, that's just ridiculous. Plus like I said, I put in a lot of work and still manage to only get C's. I need to transfer to a good university, so C's aren't gonna cut it. I...
  3. K

    How hard is Calculus?

    Almost half-way through the semester, its brutal. Not that the material is that difficult, but I have an awful professor who talks BS for most of class, does 2 easy example problems, and we're on our own. I have to teach myself the material. Of course after many days of 5+ hours of studying I...
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    How hard is Calculus?

    So from I understand....calculus is just a study of the rate of change of things. And that obviously plays an important role in science/engineering. So was calculus developed as tool for scientists/engineers then? I mean are there people who work with pure calculus, or is it just something...
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    How hard is Calculus?

    Hey guys, thought I'd report after completing the second week of my Calculus 1 class. I'm not sure if I mentioned it, but we're using Stewart's textbook. The first chapter was review of algebra as it dealt with functions and how to graph them, find their domains, how to shift them around, and...
  6. K

    How hard is Calculus?

    Honestly my Trig is A LOT better than my algebra. I really like working with and manipulating trig functions and all that but my algebra is mediocre.
  7. K

    How hard is Calculus?

    Wow thanks for all the feedback guys, I really appreciate it. I'll do my best to stay on top of all the material and do the homework. My final question is this: Can you recommend me some good calculus books that will help me understand the subject? Like a supplementary guide I guess.
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    How hard is Calculus?

    I'll be taking the first semester of Calculus next semester and I'm not really sure what to expect. I just ordered the textbook online (author is Stewart, I hear its popular) so I won't be able to preview the material for a few days. But I think its stuff like functions, limits, integrals, etc...
  9. K

    Best string for Flat Hitters

    I understand a heavy topspin player wanting to use thin textured strings, but you're a flat hitter. I doubt it makes any difference what kind of string you use.
  10. K

    How would a Cyberflash/Forten Sweet hybrid play?

    I'm looking for a soft hybrid. If I got this combo, I'd probably string at 55 or lower.
  11. K

    Synthetic gut mains, poly crosses. How's it feel?

    And advantage does it have your poly mains/synthetic crosses?
  12. K

    Good deal on Alu power rough reel?

    Considering you saved about $50 off the retail price, you have absolutely no reason to complain.
  13. K

    More money efficient to buy a reel of BB Original or ALU Power?

    After trying several polys I came to realize that there is nothing like Luxilon. I'm willing to invest in a reel of either BB or ALU because I love the way they play. They play similar enough for me, so it doesn't matter in terms of which string I get. I just want to save money in the long run...
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    How long to get rid of farmer's tan?

    Woo hoo warm weather! Time to bust out those t-shirts and polos. And I just LOVE seeing a solid pale line surrounding the sleeve area while everything below that is dark tan. I don't need to explain how embarrassing this is in public. So how long will it take to tan the rest of my body on par...
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    Beginning, Advanced, Intercollegiate tennis at Community College

    I'm a high school senior signing up for classes in DVC next year. I have a choice of beginning, advanced, and intercollegiate tennis classes. All I can really say about myself is that I'm a 3.5 player and I was on my school's varsity team. I'm a decent player and I practice on my own. With...
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    Do string brands ever discontinue certain strings, and why?

    Its just a thought that popped into my head. What if my favorite strings were suddenly discontinued? How long do companies usually keep a string around before discontinuing production? And WHY would a company discontinue a string? Because no one buys it anymore? I was looking at Alpha Gut...
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    I'm a 3.5 rated player trying to become 4.0

    I asked a friend of mine to watch me play and give me some feedback on my game. He's rated 4.0 NTRP, plays in leagues and tournaments. He rated me as 3.5, and told me to improve my consistency and court coverage. I've watched him play a few times and I observed that he has a very good strategy...
  18. K

    Just got my reel of Black Code! :)

    Is it safe buying from Stringers World? They seem to be the only site I can find that sells the string, its about 14 dollars.
  19. K

    What is the advantage of full poly over hybrids?

    You don't necessesarily have to go full poly. A hybrid is probably the way to go. Get a soft poly like Big Ace and a soft synthetic string like Forten Sweet. You'll still have plenty of comfort, but get more control and less movement.
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    What is the advantage of full poly over hybrids?

    Well I've been using hybrids for a very long time and was tempted to go full poly again. What I listed in the first post was just what I remember feeling months ago. I was also curious to see what ppl had to say
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    What is the advantage of full poly over hybrids?

    With poly I feel like I get a little bit more control. With hybrids I get more comfort but with the tendency of balls flying a little lot. I also feel like hybrids are more powerful.
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    About to string one-piece on KBlade Tour. Just want to make sure...

    So its 21ft for the mains and 19ft for the crosses, although the numbers are generous. I have one set of string that's 40ft long. Basically I have a short side and a long side. The short side will be 11ft, and the long side will be 29ft to finish the other mains side and start crosses. Did I...
  23. K

    Looking for summer camp in Bay Area, CA (Concord/Walnut Creek)

    This is for the summer. I would like to join an intensive camp for an intermediate player. Any recommendations in my area?
  24. K

    Questions about 1-piece stringing

    Isn't 1 piece stringing bad for the racquet? I've read several times across the boards that stringing crosses from the throat to the head is very bad from the frame. Well, aren't you supposed to start at the throat for 1-piece stringing? Unless I have something confused... Someone please...
  25. K

    How big of a role does fitness play in tennis?

    Just want to hear some opinions from you guys. I personally know a hardcore pusher, but he's incredibly athletic and gets to every ball. He sometimes can beat the top players around because of his consistency. Say you had two players of equal ability. Will the player who's more fit be...
  26. K

    So, how far can I get in my tennis "career"?

    I'm a high school kid who's never played in a tournament. I've been playing recreationally for about 4 years, that means hitting for a few hours per month with my dad. I started learning how to play tennis by going to lessons for a few months, then quit. My interest in tennis really peaked about...
  27. K

    Is there really a difference between all the polys out there?

    I've played with several polys throughout my tennis life, and I honestly never could tell the difference between them. IMO, all polys are just stiff control strings with spin slightly better than that of a synthetic gut/multi. The only poly that stood out was Big Ace, but only due to its...
  28. K

    Trying to burn fat. Should I take whey protein after lifting?

    My new workout schedule consists of 3 days HIIT, and 3 days of weight training on my HIIT off-days. I'm basically trying to burn fat while keeping the muscle I have (maybe gain some too?). I was wondering if I should drink whey protein after weight lifting. Would that help to get rid of fat?
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    I've given up hope

    Well at first just the people trying out for the team (in general) were practicing hitting. I mean, I was one of the most consistent players there (in addition to 2 other guys). So the varsity players were challenging each other to rebuild the ladder. The coach placed me and those 2 guys into...
  30. K

    I've given up hope

    I ****ed up tryouts. I played great on Monday, and since then been playing progressively worse. I completely choked. Won against one person but lost to 6. However all those players were much better than me, so I couldn't do much. I just felt so helpless. My hopes of making varsity are shattered.
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