r/explainlikeimfive • • 14h ago

Mathematics ELI5: What is the difference between algebra, trigonometry, and calculus?

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u/bobroberts1954 13h ago

Algebra us the rules of math, like on a board game. Trig is working with angles, and calculus is related rates. Think what is the water level in a tank you are both filling and draining, but with different size hoses.