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Old 01-16-2013, 10:32 PM
 
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I only ask because college level algebra is all that stands in my way of passing my grad program which is a field that doesn't require math.

But just in case I decide to throw in the towel, I'd like to know of jobs that don't require a math test. Like, real estate agent is not an option because they clearly need to know a lot of math, considering the job is sales related. So no sales job suggestions.
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Old 01-17-2013, 07:52 AM
 
Location: Chicago
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I only ask because college level algebra is all that stands in my way of passing my grad program which is a field that doesn't require math.

But just in case I decide to throw in the towel, I'd like to know of jobs that don't require a math test. Like, real estate agent is not an option because they clearly need to know a lot of math, considering the job is sales related. So no sales job suggestions.
So you passed your undergrad? But you have not yet passed graduate school?

I dont understand why you can't learn Math. I know its not easy for some people but there is no way you can't learn it.

Almost all jobs out of school don't require a math test IF you have an undergrad or graduate degree. If you don't have a degree than you will be very limited in what jobs you can even apply for.
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Old 01-17-2013, 08:02 AM
 
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If you can't pass college algebra, you shouldn't earn a degree.

You can do manual labor. Drive a bus. Mop floors.

Even cashiers take a math test at certain places.
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Old 01-17-2013, 08:27 AM
 
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I'm not a math wiz, but I never had a problem with math. Repitition, repitition, reptition till you know it.

Good luck, and don't give up.
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Old 01-17-2013, 11:56 AM
 
Location: The Valley of the Sun
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If you can't pass college algebra, you shouldn't earn a degree.
That's a bit harsh but I tend to agree. How exactly did you finish your bachelors degree without passing college algebra? I'm pretty sure it's a requirement in every degree program just like english 101. My advice is to take it at a community college where class sizes are smaller, teachers actually enjoy teaching and teachers, as well as tutors, have better communication skills.
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Old 01-17-2013, 12:01 PM
 
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For a sales job the only math you need is + - * /. Not even square root.
And you can't do that? not likely.
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Old 01-17-2013, 12:04 PM
 
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Most jobs don't require a math test and most jobs don't require anything other than simple addition and subtraction, if that.
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Old 01-17-2013, 12:08 PM
 
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For a sales job the only math you need is + - * /. Not even square root.
And you can't do that? not likely.
That's what calculators are for. I can't think of any mainstream job that requires you to do complex, much less simple, math by hand. Ask any realtor if they ever have any problem doing their job because they lack math skills. All you need is a cheap calculator.
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Old 01-17-2013, 01:02 PM
 
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If you can't pass college algebra, you shouldn't earn a degree.

You can do manual labor. Drive a bus. Mop floors.

Even cashiers take a math test at certain places.


Most people are required take college algebra because they already took those math in High school. I never have take any algebra in college. I only have 5 units of math in college that was calculus. I didn't even need to take math in college to earn a degree, if i don't want to.
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