<p>@little duck … </p>
<p>“I didn’t cram, I had 5 full days to study for it. I actually sat down for 5-8 hours a day and studied the material. I really felt confident that I understood it. And it wasn’t like I had to ace the final either, I had a 69% going into the final all I needed was a 68% on it to get a C. Which is why I was so perplexed when I saw my grade on it (F) bc I felt I answered enough questions correctly to pass it.”</p>
<p>I did the exact same thing you did when I took Calc 1. Of course it’s much easier than 2 but I went into the first test studying about 5 days earlier and completely bombed. I was so sure I would ace it and did horribly. I then knew that I needed to put a lot more time and effort into my studies. Interestingly enough, it was after that class that I decided to major in Stats lol. </p>
<p>As for Calc 2, I sat in this past semester at my CC just to take notes and get a heads up on the material. I’m taking it this qtr at UCD so I know what I’m up against and the time I will need to get the grade I want. I know my weaknesses, such as infinite series (■■■■! :() and my strengths, such as integrating by parts and finding areas. So come exam time, I know I’ll be putting in a lot more time with series convergence and divergence, by what test, etc. </p>
<p>The good news for you now, and after reading your update, is that you have a second chance to fix things. Learn from your mistakes, DO NOT procrastinate, and stay ahead with homework, etc. Trust me, I know the feeling of screwing up lol. It sucks but if you do what needs to be done, in the end you’ll be rewarded.</p>
<p>Good luck dude and study hard!</p>