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To both Andy and Alexei, I would disagree.  I am a PhD student in math.  However, I have been so far removed from trivial mathematics that I find it more taxing then advanced mathematics.  I would rather do math beyond calculus any day then basic algebra.  It is a different mindset.  When you do math at that level all day every day, the simplest stuff becomes a greater challenge.  I know this from experience.