<p>My school offers just one algebra based physics. Is it an equivalent of AP Physics B? Will I be able to take AP Physics B test upon completion the regular algebra based physics? I will take AP Physics C next year. Should I self-study to take AP Physics B this year? How difficult would it be if I take just regular physics?
Thank you.</p>
<p>In order to answer any of those questions, we’d have to know the topics covered in your regular physics class and compare them to topics covered on the AP exams.</p>
<p>If you are taking AP Physics C, then you don’t really need to bother with Physics B (unless you feel like you won’t do well on C). Typically, college credit earned from Physics C covers more degree plans than thoses from Physics B, plus usually credit earned from Physics B exams are useless when you gain credit from physics C exams. </p>
<p>Theoretically, in general, you can still pass the AP Physics B exam even taking a regular physics class, but that depends on the individual studing for it. Anything is possible when it comes to AP tests though.</p>
<p>I plan to take AP Physics C next year. The reason I was planning to take AP Physics B test is to accumulate AP tests to qualify for AP Scholar Awards. Will they count Physics B and Physics C both?</p>
<p>Yes it does. They are separate tests after all.</p>