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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP. It is ridiculous. Most of the kids have a weak understanding of Algebra as a result. It's rushed, almost always badly done, and largely has to do with parental bragging.[/quote] Welcome to 'Murican public school education. [/quote] +1. Colleague went to another state. His son took algebra placement test as a sophomore (having done Algebra in 7th grade in the great MCPS). Guess what? Very bright kid - parents were Ivy and SLAC - had to take Algebra all over again. There is a great argument that most kid brains are not developed enough for the abstract thinking needed to succeed. I know Lake Wobegon effect around here...because just ‘cause you are in Potomac doesn’t mean your brain is any different...[/quote]
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