Harvard Math 55 Course History

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How was Math 55 previously described by Harvard University's Department of Mathematics?

  • Probably the most difficult undergraduate math class in the country (correct)
  • A relatively easy math class
  • An introductory mathematics course
  • An elective course for advanced students

What are the official titles of the two semesters of Math 55 at Harvard University?

  • Studies in Algebra and Group Theory (Math 55a) and Studies in Real and Complex Analysis (Math 55b) (correct)
  • Math 25 and Math 55
  • Lower-level Math 55 and Point-Set Topology
  • Honors Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra

What course did students previously begin the year in before Math 25 was created?

  • Math 15
  • Math 55 (correct)
  • Math 45
  • Math 35

What may students choose to enroll in as of 2012?

<p>Math 25 or Math 55 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of exam may still be given after three weeks depending on the professor teaching the class?

<p>Diagnostic exam (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the official titles of the two semesters of Math 55 at Harvard University?

<p>Studies in Algebra and Group Theory (Math 55a) and Studies in Real and Complex Analysis (Math 55b)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was Math 55 previously described by Harvard University's Department of Mathematics?

<p>Probably the most difficult undergraduate math class in the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who founded Math 55 at Harvard University?

<p>Lynn Loomis and Shlomo Sternberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Professor Denis Auroux, who is Math 55 completely fine for?

<p>If you’re reasonably good at math, you love it, and you have lots of time to devote to it</p> Signup and view all the answers

What course did students previously begin the year in before Math 25 was created?

<p>Math 55</p> Signup and view all the answers

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