<p>I'm taking IB Physics, and by the time of AP exam, I'm not going to learn all the concepts covered, as we only learned about mechanics in the first semester..</p>
<p>So I wasn't sure if I should take AP Physics B by self-studying or if I should prepare for Physics C because I'm good at math. (I know that being good at math is very different from being good at physics) - anyone can comment on the difficulty of AP C-Mechanics?</p>
<p>Please give me your sincere advice.
Just as a helpful note, I plan on taking SAT II Physics, so I am now thinking taking AP Physics B is a wiser decision.. (Also, I'm a math-major hopeful of Harvard)</p>
<p>Thank you!
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<p>It sounds like you're getting better preparation for physics B.</p>
<p>Sorry, tokenadult, but do you mean that my course prepares me better for Physics B?</p>
<p>Yes, that's what I mean.</p>
<p>Physics C is intended for prospective physics majors. In other words, it requires MUCH more preparation than Physics B, which is the equivalent of an introductory college physics course. I would recommending taking B.</p>
<p>Don't think of it terms of difficulty or time to prepare. There is more of a difference in the content of material learned.</p>
<p>Physics B encompasses more material, but less in depth and without calculus. Topics include Newtonian Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics, Waves and Optics, and Atomic and Nuclear Physics.</p>
<p>Physics C focuses on only Newtonian Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism, although the problems require more depth and involve calculus.</p>
<p>For more info read CollegeBoard's side by side comparison:
AP</a> Physics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</p>
<p>Yea, but if I am going to study math, which will Harvard prefer?
(I hate to ask such questions, but as all CC know, just as a general tip..) thanks</p>
<p>^^</p>
<p>Honestly, it probably won't matter that much, but if I had to choose, Physics C probably would look better.</p>