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  1. DAT Destroyer

    DAT OAT Math: Carbohydrate Sequence Arrangement | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT/OAT Quantitative Reasoning problem? This permutation question tests one of the most important counting strategies on the DAT and OAT. Try solving it before swiping to the second slide for the complete solution. 📘 Join the Official DAT Destroyer Study Group on...
  2. DAT Destroyer

    DAT DAT/OAT Math: Carbohydrate Sequence Arrangement | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT/OAT Quantitative Reasoning problem? This permutation question tests one of the most important counting strategies on the DAT and OAT. Try solving it before swiping to the second slide for the complete solution. 📘 Join the Official DAT Destroyer Study Group on...
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    DAT/OAT Functional Notation Explained | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano| Prof Blois

    Many students lose easy points on the DAT and OAT because they misunderstand functional notation. This short lesson by Prof. Blois explains how to evaluate functions correctly and avoid common mistakes that frequently appear on the exam. Watch the video here: If you're preparing for the...
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    DAT VIDEO 🎥➡️DAT/OAT Functional Notation Explained | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano| Prof Blois

    Many students lose easy points on the DAT and OAT because they misunderstand functional notation. This short lesson by Prof. Blois explains how to evaluate functions correctly and avoid common mistakes that frequently appear on the exam. Watch the video here: If you're preparing for the...
  5. DAT Destroyer

    DAT/OAT Math Geometry: Circle Angles and Inscribed Triangle | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT/OAT geometry problem? This question reviews circle geometry, inscribed angles, and triangle angle relationships that are commonly tested on the DAT and OAT. Work through the problem first, then check the complete solution on the second slide. If you're preparing for...
  6. DAT Destroyer

    DAT DAT/OAT Math Geometry: Circle Angles and Inscribed Triangle | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT/OAT geometry problem? This question reviews circle geometry, inscribed angles, and triangle angle relationships that are commonly tested on the DAT and OAT. Work through the problem first, then check the complete solution on the second slide. If you're preparing for...
  7. DAT Destroyer

    DAT DAT/OAT MATH Surface Area of Cubes | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT Quantitative Reasoning problem? This question tests your understanding of cube surface area, square geometry, and ratios. Try solving it before looking at the solution on the second slide. For more free DAT and OAT study resources: Start Your DAT and OAT Preparation...
  8. DAT Destroyer

    DAT/OAT MATH Surface Area of Cubes | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT Quantitative Reasoning problem? This question tests your understanding of cube surface area, square geometry, and ratios. Try solving it before looking at the solution on the second slide. For more free DAT and OAT study resources: Start Your DAT and OAT Preparation...
  9. DAT Destroyer

    DAT/OAT Math: Income Tax and Hourly Wage Problem | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT/OAT quantitative reasoning problem before looking at the answer? This problem tests your ability to apply percentages, taxes, and algebra to a practical real-world situation. Work through the problem first, then check your solution on the second slide. Free DAT & OAT...
  10. DAT Destroyer

    DAT DAT/OAT Math: Income Tax and Hourly Wage Problem | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT/OAT quantitative reasoning problem before looking at the answer? This problem tests your ability to apply percentages, taxes, and algebra to a practical real-world situation. Work through the problem first, then check your solution on the second slide. Free DAT & OAT...
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    DAT/OAT Math | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Here is today's DAT/OAT Quantitative Reasoning challenge. An analog clock has 12 hour markings. Based on the time intervals shown, how many total hour markings does the minute hand pass? Consistent practice with challenging problems is one of the best ways to improve your Math score and...
  12. DAT Destroyer

    DAT DAT/OAT Math | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Here is today's DAT/OAT Quantitative Reasoning challenge. An analog clock has 12 hour markings. Based on the time intervals shown, how many total hour markings does the minute hand pass? Consistent practice with challenging problems is one of the best ways to improve your Math score and...
  13. DAT Destroyer

    DAT Parabola DAT Math Practice Question | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Can you solve this DAT Math practice question involving quadratic equations and parabolas? The solution is included on Slide 2. Free DAT & OAT Resources: Start Your DAT and OAT Preparation for Free | Official Resources from Dr. Jim Romano Join our Free Facebook Study Group...
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    DAT Combined Work Rate Problem — Can You Solve It? DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

    Here is a classic combined work rate problem similar to what you may encounter on the Quantitative Reasoning section of the DAT. Three printers are typing a full report. • Printer A types 1/2 of the report in 2 hours • Printer B types 1 full report in 2 hours • Printer C types 1/4 of the...
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    DAT High-Yield Math Practice – Weighted Averages | DAT Destroyer | OAT Destroyer

    . The sum of Ted’s 4 test scores is 340. How much higher must he score on the final exam, compared to the average of the first four exams, if the final exam is worth one third of the final grade for his average to become 87? A) 10 B) 7 C) 9 D) 6 E) 4 Answer: D If the sum of the four test...
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    DAT 🦷 Is DAT Bootcamp Too Easy? What Real Students Are Saying

    I’ve seen a lot of students say the real DAT felt tougher than expected after prepping with Bootcamp — especially in Bio, Math, and Gen Chem. 📊 Here's a quick visual based on recent feedback: If you want to read more, here’s the full post: 👉 Is DAT Bootcamp Too Easy? What Students Are...
  17. comewithme

    Neurology and Math?

    Hi, I am interested in doing neurology as my residency, currently 5th year (out of 6) of medicine in Europe. I also really like math and can’t help but wonder if math is used in neurology. I am aware that while admitting and treating patients there is no room for that but maybe there is...
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    Mid Application Cycle + Gap Year Advice (Feeling Stuck)

    Hey SDN community! Hope everyone is enjoying the end of year festivities. It has been quite some time since I've last posted and life has surely moved on since then. Right now I'm in the middle of an applicant cycle for MD. There was an issue in my university in regards to getting a...
  19. yelenaMV

    Prerequisites for Midwestern and Auburn, please help.

    Hello, questions about prerequisites: for Midwestern Mathematics 6 credits, I have Calc 4 credits, not sure if Statistics or Computer Science can be applied. for Auburn Cell Biology requirement what other courses can be applied? I have Animal Genetics and General Microbiology. Sent multiple...
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    I did poorly on my first calc 1 exam any tips ?

    Hello everyone since 2015 I had leukemia the placement test i took back then for math i did very poorly. In 2021 I came back to CC I took the placement test again I score very high into it I was placed into the higher math I took survey mathematics then I did a major swap to start pre med I...
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    Can a math professor fill a science rec?

    Title. And if so, have any admissions officers seen a difference in quality between math and B/C/P professors? I’m afraid of asking one because I’m assuming they haven’t written many med school recs. Something that particularly scares me is a story about an applicant who got no acceptances...
  22. leadsquid

    Khan Academy for algebra prep

    I’m a couple of years removed from any sort of math courses. I’m also not very good at math. Would going through the Khan Academy Algebra 1 and 2 courses be enough to set me up for success for General Chem 1 and Physics 1? My chemistry background is limited and I have no experience with physics...
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    What's my best option?

    Long story short, I graduated with a bachelor in Engineering (Chemical) with a 2.76 cGPA and just finished a maters in Mathematics with a cGPA 3.7. After a series of incidents, I decided now to go for medical school. I have research experience in math and biomed-engineering(worked under...
  24. postponemastudentloan

    Unit conversions

    Hi, I‘m currently using the Kaplan books for mcat review and the math portion states that “conversion factors will be provided as necessary.” I just wanted to clarify does that mean conversion factors for basic things we’ve learned in classes such as Celsius/Fahrenheit/Kelvin, miles to feet, eV...
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    Math Requirements

    Hello! I'm a non-traditional student currently in a post-bac. My undergrad cGPA was 2.72 (sGPA - 2.63). In my post-bac, my cGPA is 3.84 (sGPA - 3.78). I currently have Colorado residency where there is a math requirement of 2 semesters. However, I will have lived in Massachusetts long enough...
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    Getting through the MCAT with no calculator

    Hey guys so im studying for the MCAT, but I just found out that we can't use a calculator and honestly I'm lost on how im supposed to answer, for example, physics-related questions with no calculator. Does anyone have any tips on how they got around that
  27. Arv39

    How do I calculate my GPA?

    The plan is to finally apply to medical school next year but my gpa is all over the place as I was sick for a while and had drop down to part time. For example: 2015 Fall F A D B- (pre algebra) 2016 Spring A A C- (Algebra 1) A B+ C 2016 Summer Session 1 A A 2016 Summer session 2 A- 2016...
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    BCPM math course

    Hello, Im taking a math course called symbolic logic (philosophy-240) and it fulfills the math requirement at my University. Will this count in the BCPM gpa since it is technically a math class?
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    Pre-med math advice?

    Hello! I am a premed student taking integral calculus. It is the last math class I need to take for my degree and for my pre-med requirements. The problem is that I really struggle with calculus (which is why I am actually retaking this class). Does anyone have any resources or techniques that...
  30. bsneuroscience

    Stats & Biostatistics

    Hello all, I am currently taking a statistics course as a freshman student, and I've heard medical schools and medicine in general use A LOT more of statistics than calculus. Should I take biostatistics next semester or take calc 1 and be done with my math prereqs? The biostats class is geared...
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    AP Credits to Waive Math Pre-Reqs?

    Hi everyone, I want to drop a math class I am taking this semester (for personal reasons and scheduling conflicts), but I'm wondering if I even need take it next semester at all. I have AP credit from AP Stats and AP Calc AB, and I'm wondering if I can use both of those credits to satisfy the...
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    WUSTL Differential Equations

    Hello Everyone: I was looking at Washington University in St. Louis's Medical School prerequisites and I had a question I wanted to ask all of you. Do they want a differential equations class or classes like calculus I and calculus II that touch on the subject of differential equations? From...
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    Getting better at Math

    Hi! Math has always been a bit challenging for me and I've been doing well until recently. I dropped my Pre-Calculus 2 class because I could tell I was failing and I had no chance to raise my grade since the class is only 3 months long. As a consequence of that I need to drop the Calculus I had...
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    Just took DAT.. super low QR, third time taker

    AA/TS/OC/GC/BIO/RC/QR/PA 1st: 17/18/18/18/18/18/15/17 2nd: 18/18/19/19/18/17/16/18 3rd: 19/21/21/22/20/21/13/20 GPA: 3.5 sGPA: 3.5 Overall, I am happy that I have improved. However, my QR score is clearly really low. I have never been good at math and it shows. I'm not really sure what to...
  35. manda4

    For Sale Cheap DAT Study Materials - ON SALE!

    These materials helped me study for the DAT and do well - I'm a D2 now :) DAT DESTROYERS/ODYSSEY: $70 EACH OBO! (shipping included) KAPLAN DAT: $20 individually or $10 with purchase of a destroyer DAT Destroyer 2013 - great condition, no writing/highlighting MATH Destroyer 2013 - great...
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    PHarmCas

    hey ! What would be my gpa for pharmcas if I have the following math grades: 1. Calc I -F (3crds) 2. Calc I- D (3crds) 3. Calc I- B (3crds) 4. PrecalculusI- C (3crds) 5. Precalculus II- C (3crds) I know my math grades are horrible but I have a 3.40 overall GPA and 92% Pcat but I would like...
  37. Justduckyy

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    I memorized the answer accidentally, but don't actually understand why the .10 there?
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    Help with schedule

    Hello, I don't know if this is in the right place.. I have only posted one other time and didn't get yelled at, so hopefully this is okay too haha. I'm going into my second year of school, I am 27 years old, so my first 2 semesters consisted of your basic classes at a CC (humanities, English 1...
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    Business math for Pre-Med?

    I plan on taking math 1324 (TX), Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences. Is this a good math course for getting into medical school and will it satisfy the math pre-req? Or is business calc more desirable? I know some people who got into med school who never took calc in college and I plan...
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    DAT bootcamp or Destroyer better for QR?

    Hi I was wondering what was more representative of whats going to be on the QR section?