Is there more algebra or calculus on pcat?

[lpeabody]

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My plan is to take pact in Jan but thought I might take a refresher math class this fall. I have been out of school a while and am a registered dietitian and have now decided to try to go to pharmacy school as well but need to brush up on my math. I had calculus but it has been a while and thought maybe a college algebra class would help me brush up on my skills while studying??

For those of you who have taken the pact what do you think?.

Thx!!!

 

[liebht90]

Algebra is very important, my professor always said that even if you understand a concept or anything in calculus, if you don't know how to do the algebra you're screwed. I didn't have much calculus on my PCAT, just a few simple derivatives and integrals. What helped me the most is being able to get through simple calculations in a matter of a few seconds to save on time.
As far as your college algebra class, it depends on how you learn. Personally I would prefer to check out an algebra book from the library for free and learn from that, and then use the internet as a resource for any questions. If you learn better from a professor and you have no problem spitting out the money, then the class is perfect.

 

[lpeabody]

Thanks for your response!! I thought maybe I would be more attentive to a class then learning on my own and letting the teacher know my plan and maybe they can work with me on getting thru a problem fast. Thx for the advise!!