4.5

Peter Petruc Mancu

Mathematics - Borough of Manhattan Community College

4.5
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
93%
Would Retake
88
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4.5
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

93%

Would Retake

88

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What Students Say

He is very caring and gives you feedback

MATH150 - 5.0 rating

Great feed back and really good at explaining the work

MATH150 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

29%

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95% confidence
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Most common grades:
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A- (4)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 53 reported grades
A: 25
A+: 15
A-: 4
Not sure yet: 4
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Reviews (88)
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MAT082
Dec 10, 2009

No Comments

3.0
1.0
MATH104
Dec 13, 2009

HE IS A NICE GUY YEA PROBABLY FUN TO HANG WITH, BUT WHEN IT COMES TO CLASS HE SEAMS LIKE A PUSH OVER HE NEEDS TO LEARN TO TAKE CHARGE AND HE WILL BE GOOD AND HE NEEDS TO FORGET CHEMISTRY IF HE IS NOT TEACHING IT.HE DOES NOT SEAM TO BE ORGANIZE FOR CLASS IT WAS HIS FIRST YEAR TEACHING BUT OVERALL HE IS EASY AND EASY A. DK IF YOU WILL LEARN ANYTHING.

5.0
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MAT104
Dec 15, 2009

nice guy, tries to please students and is willing to listen to advice/criticism. was new but feel with time he will be really great. easy class. no pressure. recommend him

5.0
2.0
MATH086
Dec 16, 2009

Best Teacher Ever

5.0
1.0
MATH056
Dec 20, 2009

First of all, I have to say that I hate math and I never understood it. However, with Prof Mancu math wasn?t so bad. He is best math teacher I?ve ever had :) Class with him was quite easy and he was very helpful.

4.0
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MATH104
Dec 24, 2009

Professor Mancu is a very nice man and his class is way too easy because he lets his students practice a lot and he makes sure that we are all ready for the test.

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5.0
MAT256
Jan 26, 2010

He was AWESOME!

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MATH056
Jun 1, 2010

Proof.Mancu is a cool guy! Very helpful and easygoing! Definetly would recommend to any level of math student!

5.0
3.0
MAT056
Jun 17, 2010

I enjoyed his course. He cares about the students and makes Intermediate Algebra/Trigonometry both fun and engaging.

4.0
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MAT011
Dec 17, 2010

Tries to make sure everyone understands the assignments. Always available to answer questions and help whenever needed. Very caring and cool teacher

2.0
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MAT051
May 15, 2012

yes professor mancu is a caring and nice guy my opinion he dosent know how to explain and always go off topic

5.0
2.0
MAT051
May 24, 2012

Prof Mancu was very generous with his time and helped me to review before the final exam. Also, he was always willing to review the homework assignments and problems from the text. He did not make Math seem tedious and with a little bit of effort on the student's part, no one should have had a problem in this class.

3.0
2.0
MATH41
Jul 1, 2013

Great class/teacher finally passed and was able to graduate

3.0
1.0
051
Oct 25, 2014

Mancu, great and exhilarating person. But as a professor, not so much. His class is show up and make attempt and pass (or don't show up pass tests and pass). This doesn't however mean don't study, if remedial you will still need to pass CUNY test to advance in math levels. He always shows up late and goes completely off topic.

1.0
5.0
MAT051
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 1, 2016

He is a complete waist of time. We don't do anything in his class

2.0
3.0
MTH150
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2016

Prof. Mancu was fair with the material tested on the exams. Complete and practice the homework problems and you'll be fine. Unfortunately, he is extremely disorganized and has poor punctuality. Keep track of YOUR performance in the course!

1.0
1.0
MAT011
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He's really slow in the classroom, doesn't care about most of the kids only if you participate. He's a bad teacher and I didn't learn anything with him

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Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Don't be swayed by the easiness of the class, this class does require homework that needs to be done. Must pay attention or you will get lost! Overall very understanding professor, he cares about your grades and wants you to improve. He is also hilarious! Would take AGAIN!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
MATH101
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

This guy is the man

5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Statistics is a tough class. The topic is not fun what so ever. Every now and then you find a professor who enjoys what hes doing and knows how to translate it to the class. He was very kind and flexible in helping with course material when students didnt understand. Total 5 star professor who knows how to inspire a class to make an effort.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
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5.0
3.0
MAT051
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

AMAZING PROFESSOR!!! GREAT CLASS !!!!!!!!!!

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5.0
4.0
MAT150
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Prof. Mancu was very encouraging and helpful. He worked hard in making his students understand the material taught. He made himself available after class if students needed further assistance.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
MAT051
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Love this professor, easy class! show up and pass. Doesn't rush through things make sure you understands things. Easy tests!

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

BEST PROFESSOR AT BMCC!! If you want to learn STAT or ALGEBRA and pass it with flying colors he's your guy! I struggle with math and it has Never be so clear and easy in all my life. I just hope he teaches the next level of math I need! Other professors need to take his class to learn how to teach math! TAKE THIS CLASS, YOU WONT REGRET IT!!

Gives good feedback
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5.0
1.0
MAT150
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Great Professor! Easy class as long as you show up and care. Easy tests!!

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Professor Mancu is such a great professor. He is very kind, understanding and super inspiring. Was a pleasure being in his class!

Gives good feedback
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5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Professor mancu is great! He explains in perfect English how to solve stat problems. He has a great sense of humor and expects you to learn the material, which you will because he makes it fun to learn!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
STAT150
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Professor Mancu made certain that he explained the course clearly. He was great and made certain we reviewed the work.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Statistics is a tough class but Professor Mancu makes it very interesting and easier to understand. He is willing to help you if you are stuck on a question or answer. He will review things and ask if you have any questions. I will take this class angain anytime.

Respected
Hilarious
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4.0
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MAT150
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

The professor it's cool, and it's and easy grader so I would recommend you to take this class.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
MAT150
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

VERY GOOD PROFESSOR, FUNNY, FRIENDLY, CARE FOR STUDENTS, BUY CODE FOR HOMEWORK IS MANDATORY, 3 TEST.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Professor mancu is the best professor his class is an easy A he is very understanding and reasonable and is truly the best if math is your worst subject I recommend you taking him

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Grade: A-
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

The professor is cool, the way he teaches is confusing but he Gives you different strategies to work with and it actually works. I mean you should take him regardless because you ned help he will attend to you or give you one on one.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

He was a very good professor. He is very knowledgeable and will stop to make sure you fully understand the material. Very fair grader and is invested in his students.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Professor Mancu is absoltuley the greatest professor I've taken at BMCC thus far! He is always willing to help you out in anyway needed. This is a great core statistics course and you won't regret taking him!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MAT152
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

great professor

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MAT150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Best professor ever

5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

He is the best the best professor for math for 150 that I ever had

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

He is one of the best professors in bmcc.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Great professor! Explains the work clearly and helps you don't understand

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

The best perfessor ever he explains good and he teaches in a good way

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

He is very caring and gives you feedback.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Professor Mancu helped me understand the work. I never liked math but I'm leaving a little more hopeful.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MAT150
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Best professor ever

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

A great professor. Have not encountered a better professor.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MAT150
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Great professor.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Very good professor

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Gives great feed back and really good and explaining the work.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

He is a really good professor, he takes his time to explain the lesson.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Great feed back and really good at explaining the work

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Math is a tough subject

Respected
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
MAT104
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

The best teacher I had this semester. Funny as hell!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Professor Mancu was very informative and I learned a great deal from him. Was very patient as well and went over difficult problems when asked. I would definitely attend another class that Professor Mancu teaches

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MAT150
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Best math professor

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
MAT206
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Explains the work thoroughly

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH104
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

He is a wonderful professor.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAT150
Grade: A
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor Mancu is a true professional. Lays out what's expected of his students and gives attention to those who require it. Great sense of humor and fairness.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MAT104
Grade: A-
May 23, 2017
Would take again

He is an amazing professor he takes the time to explain what he is teaching and has a great humor when he does it as well. His quizzes and exams are based on homework questions so do those and A is as easy as getting into his class. Take him if you want to go into nursing

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
MAT104
Grade: A
May 27, 2017
Would take again

Professor Mancu actually cares about the students, this was literally the 3rd time i took the class and with him i learned what i didn't with all the other professors! He's patient and caring and has wack jokes that are actually funny because we all know he tries lol Highly recommend you take him!!! Like now!!! lol

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5.0
3.0
MATH150
Jul 21, 2017
Would take again

Take him you won't regret it!

3.0
2.0
MAT150
Grade: B
Aug 26, 2017
Would take again

A bit forgetful but he makes up for it by being patient and very helpful to his students. He gives homework from the book. He doesnt stress about attendance because hes frequently late. But if you dont know something, he'll remind you of your attendance. He can be a bit sarcastic at times.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
1.0
MAT104
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2017
Would take again

Hes so calm ans sweet. Replies to the mail right away. I would take this professor for sure. Easy and understandable tests. Very enjoyable class with him.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Would take again
5.0
2.0
MAT150
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professors here at BMCC. You won't regret taking him. If you care about your GPA take him.

Respected
Hilarious
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4.0
3.0
MAT1505
Grade: A
Jan 29, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Mancu works with you and will guide you through the work. He won't baby you but he will make it simple to understand.

Respected
Inspirational
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5.0
2.0
MAT104
Grade: A-
May 1, 2018
Would take again

Professor Mancu is awesome. He has a very calm teaching style and has soooo much patience. He literally disects everything in class and makes math really simple. Anyone who gets lower than A/B should be dissapointed at themselves. His humor is the best! He is an interesting character and I wish to have him in future classes.

5.0
2.0
104
Grade: A+
May 26, 2018
Would take again

Very good professor gives review sheet and explains contain so simple and so clearly you don't even have to bother read the text you will understand once you pay attention and work problems. I would take this class again.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MAT206
Aug 16, 2018
Would take again

He is very patient and willing to answer every question you had, he gives review sheets for the test. Math could be bored and hard but he makes it easy. I would defiantly take him again!

Gives good feedback
Respected
2.0
5.0
MAT206
Grade: A
Aug 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took his class Summer 18 before I came to Brooklyn college AND LET ME TELL YOU! I. AM. NOT. PREPARED. Maybe its because it was in the summer but the hours add up so there is no excuse. Those chapters he's skipping, yea they are important. HE DOESNT EXPLAIN ANYTHING. He assumes you know everything and its just a refresh. Tutoring is how I got an A

Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
MAT206
Grade: A
Oct 10, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Mancu is very nice and helpful, he doesn't make math hard for student and he don't ask you to buy text book because he will offer pdf for you(it is free). I would love to take him again! The bast math prof ever!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MAT104
Grade: A
Nov 5, 2018
Would take again

Professor Mancu was an amazing teacher he makes sure the whole class gets it and there is no hidden nonsense in his tests

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
MAT132
Dec 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is a great professor, not boring but sometimes he confuses himself while teaching. As he gives long homework, he does review it the next class but he does not actually check if you did it correctly, he just give you a check mark. He tries to be funny sometimes but he isn't a bad professor. gave my class 2 take-home exams

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MAT056
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

He is a great professor! Does not ask you to buy a book and would send you a pdf so you can save money. He answers emails quickly and you can tell he cares about his students. He will go over problems with you and if you dont understand he will try again. He also says he is available outside of class. Just show up copy the work and pay attention.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
1.0
MAT104
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2019
Would take again

Professor Mancu is the best prof ever, if you really care about your gpa, you should definitely take him.

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4.0
1.0
MATH104
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

Professor Mancu is a nice teacher. He will review some of the questions in the exam before we take it. It is easy to get credit and increase your GPA. if you dont understand the questions, feel free to ask him during the class if being discussed or after class.

Respected
5.0
2.0
MAT104
Grade: C+
Jul 6, 2019
Would take again

TTTAAAKKKKEEEE HIIIMMMMM. He was worth it, i failed his class,but he was worth it

Respected
Inspirational
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
MATH104
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2019
Would take again

He is probably the easiest professor out there. We only had one exam and one final. There will be homework which he does not check but it is only for you to understand the concept. The exam is very similar to the study guide that he gives out so there is no way you can fail his class.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MAT104
Grade: A
May 28, 2020
Would take again

One of the greatest professor I had so far at BMCC. He manages to make the work super understandable, if you have any questions hell go over the work with you until you get it. Only two test being, midterm and final. All the course lessons are based on the textbook, great for studying. Its really hard to fail with this Professor.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MAT104
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2020
Would take again

Professor Petruc is very clear for his grading criteria, he makes maths so easy, and teaches as if you and he are the only ones in class. Grades on homework which usually related to his lectured notes. He gives chances. I realized that the best professors are always found spring semester. Anyways please take his class you will not regret him.

Graded by few things
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5.0
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MAT104
Grade: A+
Jun 22, 2021
Would take again

He is trully excellent by far very understanding. An if you willing to understand the material he has no problem helping. Take his class.

3.0
2.0
MAT206.5
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

If you don't have trouble with math this will be an easy class, but don't take it if you really want to learn. Classes on zoom were not engaging. To be blunt, they were boring. The professor went off a textbook pdf he sometimes had trouble with. He was still very nice to us and didn't give too much homework/tests. Went over a lot of questions too.

Participation matters
5.0
4.0
MATH206.5
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

The Lectures was recorded so you can always go back and check. The hw coordinated with the exams so the course wasnt difficult. Great Professor

Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
MATH206.5
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

The lectures was recorded so you can always go back and check. The hw coordinated with the exams so the class wasnt difficult. Great Professor

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH206.5
Grade: A+
Jan 3, 2022
Would take again

Professor Mancu is a really nice professor. He goes over all of the homework and explains it well. I hate math but this class was fairly light on work and because the professor would always go over any problems, I didn't struggle too much. He definitely wants his students to pass.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
MAT206
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2022
Would take again

take him he's very caring gives very less homeworks and is an easy A. best math professor at Bmcc.

Caring
5.0
2.0
MAT206
Grade: Not sure yet
May 24, 2022
Would take again

Professor was straight to the point he went off based on a pdf in class, the textbook was free and not hard to follow. He was funny and honest. If you want to have a good 206.5 math experience I would highly recommend you his class, you will not regret it.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MAT150
Grade: A
Jan 19, 2023
Would take again

He understand the life of a student. His class is not the only one we are taking, so he tries his best to not assign a lot of homework and make sure that his students are truly understanding. Never be afraid to ask any questions. I respect him a lot and would take class with him again anytime.

Caring
4.0
3.0
MAT206
Grade: A
May 31, 2023
Would take again

Professor Peter Petruc is a good man with good work ethic. He make's sure you know what your'e learning and would slow down for you when you dont understand something. However, most of the time Professor Peter was late to class or did not show up at all. This did impact some people and even myself. It was annoying but overall a good professor. 4/5

Clear grading criteria
Caring
3.0
4.0
MAT1505
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2025

I didn't find his teaching style very helpful but I got an A. After class I would just go to tutoring because they explain it better.Very reasonable guy. I'm just glad I passed. Free textbook.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

29%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 47 grades
Most common grades:
A (25)
A+ (15)
A- (4)
Grade Distribution
A(40)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 53 reported grades
A: 25
A+: 15
A-: 4
Not sure yet: 4
Common Tags
Respected (27)
Gives good feedback (25)
Hilarious (23)
Clear grading criteria (16)
Amazing lectures (14)
Caring (14)
Participation matters (13)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (11)
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104

5.0

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MATH086

5.0

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MATH056

5.0

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MAT256

5.0

(1)

MAT056

5.0

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MAT256

5.0

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3.5

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3.0

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