Formula recollection through a never before seen mnemonic technique
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Abstract
While in the Army Mr. Schunicht was involved in a mid-air collision rendering him unconscious for three weeks. Everything had to be re-learned, as nursing actions were reported as having been displayed upon awakening from the extended unconsciousness (19 days). Studies in recovery brought about some pragmatic discoveries to compensate for the residual memory deficits. The most valuable discovery was having each vowel represent a mathematical sign, i.e. ``a'' multiplication implying ``@'', ``o'' for division implying ``over'', ``i'' for subtraction implying ``minus'', ``u'' for additon implying ``plus''. and ``e'' implying ``equals''. Most constants and variables are indeed consonants, e.g. ``c'' = ``speed of light'' \& ``R'' = ``Rate/time variable''. ******Note with this technique, additional letters may be added to enhance the letter combination's intelligibility, but these additional letters need ONLY be consonants. Examples will be shown of this techniques applicability to common physics fornulas. Sample cards will be distributed with the presented information. For this reason, ``note taking'' equipment is not required, just attendance!
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Authors
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Shannon Schunicht
Texas A\&M