[944] Memorizing formule / formula sheets

[Gautam Iyer]

Hi All,

A few of you have asked me about having a formula sheet, and whether we
need to memorize formula X for the final.

1. I was asked by a steering committee member a few years ago to make
   the final closed book, no formula sheet. This is because you can't
   take formulae sheets to interviews. (If this is no longer relevant,
   I'll change my policy based on the steering committees
   recommendation.)

2. Please use your best judgement on what formulae you memorize / not.
   There are quite a few formulae we've used many times in class. I
   recommend either knowing them, or knowing something that allows you
   to derive them quickly. The more of them you know thoroughly, the
   better equipped you will be for the final.

Best,

Gautam

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