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mean10/18/2010
  Q: what is the mean from -410 thru 400, and how do you figure that out?
  A: I am very sorry for the day-late response. The way your question is stated could mean one of two ...
word problem/brain teaser10/6/2010
  Q: Two people walk into a train tunnel. When they are 1/5 of the way through they hear a train coming. ...
  A: Linda, I am so sorry for not replying sooner. For a reason I do not know, the email ended up in my ...
Maths problem8/29/2010
  Q: Pls assist. Thanks in advance. 1) Two different numbers were written on the board. Leon added them ...
  A: I am very sorry for the slow response, I hope it's not too late and it won't happen again. First I ...
math8/16/2010
  Q: A 16 ounce box of detergent cost $2.49. How many ounces should be in a box marked $1.15?
  A: The ANSEWR is: 7.39 ounces (rounded up to the nearest hundredth) Here is the EXPLANATION: ...
ap calculus ab11/21/2009
  Q: my problems (set 1): In Exercises 29 and 30, find y''. 29. y=tan(x) 30. y=cot(x) In Exercises 36 and ...
  A: Asad, My apologies for being a day late with the answers. Since there are many questions here, I ...
Algebra11/15/2009
  Q: I need a real life application of a linear function. I need to state the application, give the ...
  A: Debby, Good question. A useful real-world application has to do with a falling object. Consider a ...
ap calculus ab11/12/2009
  Q: my problems (set 3): In Exercises 4 and 9, find dy/dx. Use your grapher to support your analysis if ...
  A: Asad, Here are my solutions. In case any of my solutions seem confusing, please feel free to ...
ap calculus ab11/10/2009
  Q: my problems (set 2): In Exercise 19 find dy/dx. 19. y=(x+1)(x+2)/(x-1)(x-2) 20. Use the definition ...
  A: Asad, Good questions. Here are my solutions: 19. I would multiply the numerators and ...
ap calculus ab11/8/2009
  Q: my problems (set 1): In Exercises 16, 17, and 18 find dy/dx. 16. y=(1-x)((1+x²)^-1) 17. ...
  A: Asad, My sincerest apologies. Now you see what happens when I answer questions at 3am! :) For ...
ap calculus ab11/8/2009
  Q: my problems (set 1): In Exercises 16, 17, and 18 find dy/dx. 16. y=(1-x)((1+x²)^-1) 17. ...
  A: Asad, Here are my solutions: For many of these problems, we must recall the quotient rule. The ...
ap calculus ab11/6/2009
  Q: my problems (set 2): For Exercises 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 19, 21, 22, 23, and 24 find the derivative of ...
  A: Good questions. I am more than happy to answer all of them (that's what I am here for!), but please ...
ap calculus ab11/3/2009
  Q: my problems (set 1): In Exercises 4, 6, 10, 15, 17, 18 use the result of these problems to find ...
  A: These questions, I believe, can all be answered with the use of either the product or quotient rule. ...
ap calculus ab10/30/2009
  Q: My Problems (set 2): [DN1] Find the slope of y=3x² at the point (-2, 12). [DN2] How many vertical ...
  A: Asad, For problem #1, we recall the formula for the derivative of an exponential function. The ...
ap calculus ab10/27/2009
  Q: My Problems (set 1): 22. In Exercise 22, find the formula for the slope of the graph. Use the ...
  A: Asad, 22. The function is g(x) x^3. To find the slope of the graph, we must find the formula for ...
urgent math10/21/2009
  Q: I REALLY need to know how to go about finding the inverse of a transcendental function. I have no ...
  A: Rick, Great question...The equation you mentioned does not have an inverse in terms of ONLY ONE OF ...
math10/19/2009
  Q: sin(A+B)=sinA cosB+cosA sinB sir please explain it graphically
  A: Pratap, Thanks for your question. Without a way of drawing a picture for you, it is very difficult ...
ap calculus10/14/2009
  Q: My problems (set4): [Ex.6] Find the limit of (3-Radical(x+5))/(x-4) as x approaches 4. 1. Find the ...
  A: Asad, Ex #6: I assume that in example #6, the (x-4) is not under the radical? Iam also assuming ...
ap calculus10/11/2009
  Q: I am 16 and in 12 grade of high school My problems (set 3): 9. Find the slope-intercept form of the ...
  A: Asad, Thanks for your questions. My answers are below-- Feel free to reply again if there is ...
pls.answer this8/31/2009
  Q: what is the meaning of LCM?
  A: Great question! "LCM" stands for the "Least Common Multiple". Any two numbers have a ...

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I can answer questions ranging from Pre-Algebra through AP Calculus BC (first year college calculus), as well as some questions in Discreet Mathematics (probability, matrix theory, graph theory, and combinatorics).

Experience

From my earliest years as a math student, I have dedicated myself to learning the concepts and discipline of mathematics. In addition to a rigorous mathematics course sequence throughout junior high and then high school, I have served for four years on my school's math team and won several first place awards in both state and national competitions. I earned a perfect score on the AP Calculus BC exam, and (in addition) have done in-depth course work in discrete mathematics and differential calculus. Of course, I more commonly find myself offering aid in less advanced forms of math, which is why "Math for Kids" is perfect for me, also given my education credentials and previous experience.

Education/Credentials
Although I am just a college student, my educational experiences are broad. I have served as a certified student tutor for mathematics and physics both inside and outside of high school (2005 to 2009), served as a student leader by helping teach an integrated science/math class at my high school, where I was able to develop my teaching style through lessons and group interaction. Although I have much to learn before beginning to teach professionally (as I plan to do), I am proud to have helped over 80 students achieve success in mathematics over a four year period, all while expanding my own knowledge and appreciation for the discipline. And although I have studied many advanced forms of mathematics, some of my most successful students came to me for help with pre-algebra, algebra, or elementary geometry.

Awards and Honors
Outstanding Student Teacher Award (2009), Senior Student Tutor/Seminar Lecturer (2008), 3 First-place mathematical olympiad finishes, 4-second place.

Past/Present Clients
I have tutored between a 80 and 90 fellow students (both same age and younger) during high school before my graduation, although for privacy reasons, I'd rather not give specific names in such an online context. If more information is needed, please feel free to contact me through private email at bldavidson1990@hotmail.com

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