precalculus
adjective
pre·cal·cu·lus
(ˌ)prē-ˈkal-kyə-ləs 
: relating to or being mathematical prerequisites for the study of calculus
precalculus
noun
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In a traditional classroom, the struggle to synthesize multiple papers to create an original thesis, or solve a complex precalculus problem is exactly where learning occurs.
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“Precalculus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/precalculus. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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