Appropriateness Check


*1. Do you intend to take (scientific) Calculus I (MATH 2413)? yes__   no__
2. If yes, are you aware that those students with strong algebra skills may  go directly to Trigonometry and then Precalculus? yes__   no__
3. Do you intend to take Business Calculus I? yes__   no__
*4. Do you intend to take Business Calculus II? yes__   no__
5. Are you aware that if you intend to take only Business Calculus I, then
Math for Business and Economics is the preferred prerequisite for it?
yes__   no__
*6. Are you enrolled in College Algebra because of a specific requirement
at another institution for College Algebra?
yes__   no__

If you have not checked "yes" on at least one of the starred (*) questions (1, 4, or 6), College Algebra is probably not appropriate for you. You should consider the courses listed in the handout Alternatives to College Algebra.  Any of those will contribute more to your general education than College Algebra, they will not be as algebra-intensive, and will probably be more interesting.