<p>I want to major in either psychology or Education for English. I am just about to sign up for the Literature and Math I subject tests. I chose these because I think these are the two i will do best on, but im wondering if its okay that im taking math I instead of Math II? I thought it would be okay since my major doesn't involve math, and plus i'm kind of struggling in Precalculus this year. any opinions? advice? is literature very hard? usually when we have standardized tests in school, I do very well on the English part.</p>
<p>Look on the websites of colleges you are considering. Most will specify if they require SAT IIs and which ones. The most specific ones my Ds applied to want a math (1 or 2) and one other. Each college is different, so do what covers the most bases.</p>
<p>well, the colleges i want to apply to give me a choice on which ones i take. im just wondering if i will have a disadvantage by not taking math II</p>
<p>should i take both Math I and II and see which one i do better on? or would taking 3 subject tests in one day be too much?</p>
<p>If you are not going to major in Science or engineering, Math 1 is fine. Otherwise, Math 2 is pretty much required (if they want SAT2). However, if your Math skill is a bit above average, you may do Math2 anyway. Do not take both as they only count it as one subject anyway. You can try some practice tests to find out which one is better for you. Just be aware that the Math1 has a horrible curve while Math2 is much more generous (>10% 800).</p>
<p>" Just be aware that the Math1 has a horrible curve while Math2 is much more generous (>10% 800)."</p>
<p>Oh great. 
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<p>Is it worth the risk to even take it?</p>
<p>The Literature SAT Subject test has a very harsh curve. I think you only have a leeway of one question to get an 800. You can look up the approximate raw score to scaled score conversions somewhere. The material on the test is also pretty difficult too, unless you’re good at poetry/Shakespeare stuff.</p>
<p>The Math II test has a pretty nice curve. You can get 4-5 questions wrong and still get an 800. The Math I test has a harsh curve. You can get 1-2 questions wrong before your scaled score starts dropping below 800.</p>
<p>I would take some practice tests first to see which one you do better on. If your math isn’t that strong, the Math I test might still be a better option.</p>