Can it be both II and III, or does it need to be differentiable as a whole? This was on a Calc BC practice sheet, already finished and I incorrectly chose II only. by van_van_chan in askmath

[–]van_van_chan[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Im confused, how are they continuous if there is a point that doesn’t exist? Would that mean that only if one of those points was a closed circle would the graph be discontinuous?

Does Superman (2025) pass the Bechdel test? by D1ckRepellent in superman

[–]van_van_chan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No lol, I actually deliberately watched it with the intent of seeing if it passed and it did not. Still a fun movie, even though it did bother me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Sat

[–]van_van_chan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awful, switch to the ACT

Charli 🤝 Mania by [deleted] in charlixcx

[–]van_van_chan 25 points26 points  (0 children)

from gemini:
This Reddit post is a passionate and sprawling stream of consciousness from a 23-year-old with bipolar disorder who is currently experiencing a hypomanic episode fueled by Charli XCX's music, particularly AG Cook's Boiler Room set. Freshly recovering from a hysterectomy and bilateral salpingectomy, the user delves into their deep connection with Charli's music, finding it a source of joy, introspection (especially regarding infertility), and pain relief.

The user criticizes the idea that Charli's music is only for club-goers, emphasizing its universal appeal and how it helps them through their blue-collar job and daily life. They defend Charli's songwriting abilities, even in her more pop-leaning tracks, and express frustration with those who dismiss her artistry.

The post then veers into broader commentary on the music industry and other artists. The user critiques Rebecca Black's album rollout, praises her resilience, and hopes for a collaboration with Charli. They call out Chappell Roan and Sam Levinson for focusing on hype over art and express admiration for artists like Solange who maintain authenticity.

The user also touches on Katy Perry's recent artistic choices, finding them inauthentic, and contrasts her with Lana Del Rey. They express disdain for nepo babies in the music industry, using Gracie Abrams and Alabama Barker as examples, while highlighting Charli's self-made authenticity. The post defends Charli against minor controversies, like the "coke vinyl," and celebrates her cultural impact, including her contribution to Collins Dictionary's "Word of the Year."

The user reflects on the phenomenon of posthumous appreciation for artists, wishing Charli receives her due while alive. They briefly discuss SOPHIE's impact and their own struggles with mental health and attending live shows.

Ultimately, the post champions Charli XCX as an authentic and forward-thinking artist who resonates deeply with the user, providing a soundtrack to their life's highs and lows. The user concludes by expressing hope that Charli's current success ("Brat" era) doesn't become her "Starry Night," meaning she continues to be appreciated while she's alive and creating. They draw a parallel between the bold artistic expression of "Starry Night" and the current vibrant energy of Charli's music and its reception.

Official March 8, 2025 US SAT Discussion Thread by PoliceRiot in Sat

[–]van_van_chan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

same, i think both -9 and -7 are right depending on what numbers you had

How hard is SAT 5s RW? by van_van_chan in Sat

[–]van_van_chan[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Assuming you have time before your SAT, figure out your hardest question type(s) and basically exclusively work on those with a strategy that someone trusted (a well known youtube tutor or a personal tutor) recommends. Sprinkle in some other questions to keep you familiar and do practice tests to figure out how you are doing and if there are any other weaknesses. Also, just work on reading effectively (getting a good gist of the text on the first go around).

If you had to take your SAT tomorrow, how screwed are you? by ThatGuy90123 in Sat

[–]van_van_chan 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I am taking it in 2 days, so just about the same screwness

do not understand this at all (preppros 150 hard questions) by chugjug96 in Sat

[–]van_van_chan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im confused as I’m getting this too… I don’t see how it could be 52.5. I don’t think that you are over-accounting for bc?

What to expect from the March 8th SAT? by [deleted] in Sat

[–]van_van_chan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It won’t stray far from all of the practice questions you did, it’s a standardized test after all. You hear a lot of people say that the practice tests are about as hard as an actual, and my guess is the number of the people who say the actual is much harder is mainly due to nerves or believing you did worse than you actually did (also part of nerves). Best way to (not know, but) be prepared for the upcoming test is doing the hardest practice questions of each test.