<p>I'm taking Algebra 2 this year as an eighth grader. I've been pulling A's, but that's because my class is super easy. Next year, since my school runs a block schedule, I have the opportunity to take 2 math classes, one in place of an elective. I'll take it first half of next year, along with an AP Calc AB or BC the second half. Would I be able to take BC? I am only taking 1 other AP and I think 2 honors. Can I handle it freshman year or is it too rigorous?</p>
<p>Try it, if nothing else. If it’s too difficult for you, drop down a level. You have a very good schooling system if you can take Calculus in your freshman year.</p>
<p>Yeah, I’ve heard of really smart people having to take both, and I’m not even that smart, but I might try it and test the waters. I don’t know if I’ll get A’s though. And I also don’t know if I can get a 5 if I don’t take both. Has anyone taken BC without AB? More opinions?</p>
<p>In our school, we go directly from Pre-Calculus to AP Calculus BC. (an AB class isn’t even offered). If you are a math person though, take BC!</p>