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

  • Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra (Math 55a) and Differential Equations (Math 55b)
  • Studies in Algebra and Group Theory (Math 55a) and Studies in Real and Complex Analysis (Math 55b) (correct)
  • Mathematics for Engineers (Math 55a) and Statistics (Math 55b)
  • Abstract Algebra (Math 55a) and Topology (Math 55b)

    • 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 challenging but rewarding math class
  • An advanced math class for dedicated students
  • A class suitable for students with a strong interest in math

    • What did Math 25 serve as in relation to Math 55?

  • A lower-level Math 55 (correct)
  • A prerequisite for Math 55
  • An alternative to Math 55
  • An extension of Math 55

    • Who clarified that Math 55 is completely fine for students who are reasonably good at math, love it, and have lots of time to devote to it?

    <p>Professor Denis Auroux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What special topics were taught after three weeks in Math 25?

    <p>Point-set topology and p-adic analysis</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, Studies in Real and Complex Analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who founded the two-semester long freshman undergraduate mathematics course at Harvard University known as Math 55?

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

    What was the previous official title of Math 55?

    <p>Honors Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra</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 clarified that Math 55 is completely fine for students who are reasonably good at math, love it, and have lots of time to devote to it?

    <p>Professor Denis Auroux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the official titles of Math 55?

    <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 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

    What was the previous official title of Math 55?

    <p>Honors Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who clarified that Math 55 is completely fine for students who are reasonably good at math and have lots of time to devote to it?

    <p>Professor Denis Auroux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What course did students previously begin the year in before Math 55?

    <p>Math 25</p> Signup and view all the answers

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