Math 16A/16B or Math 3A/3B

Ajaaax
Sat, 13 Oct 2012 20:07:02 +0000

I’m pretty much in a dilemma regarding which math sequence to take. I’m currently taking intermediate Algebra and next spring semester, I have the option to take Pre-Calc and Math 16A/16b during 2013 Summer and Fall. My other option is taking Pre-Calc and Trig 50 in the upcoming Spring semester and then proceed with the Math 3A/3B series.

I intend to transfer to UCB, UCD, UCLA, or UCSD for economics. To my knowledge, Berkeley and Davis will accept the Math 16A and 16B series, but UCLA and UCSD won’t for economics pre-reqs.

As for me I love Economics and I’m decent in Math, I finished up to Pre-Calc with an A- in High School, but really wasn’t sure of my math skills so, I obligated to take Intermediate ALG this semester and establish a better foundation. Also, I don’t plan to go to graduate school in Economics considering the intensive math needed and will instead, focus on an MBA for the long-term.

My main question is, would it be better to just take the Math 1A series so that I at least have a chance of transferring to UCLA or UCSD?

Secondly, would taking the Math 16A/16B series limit my chance of taking upper division Economic courses at Berkeley or Davis?

I would highly appreciate any help given!