<p>Is it worth taking a more difficult version of calculus in college even if you can get a better grade in a easier level of calculus? Is a 'A' better in an easier calculus or a 'B' in a more difficult calculus?</p>
<p>Which is more important for med school? A better grade or an ok grade in more difficult course?</p>
<p>Grade. They love A's and will take that over a B-/C in a very high level class</p>
<p>Agreed. An "A" in Calc I looks better than a "B" in Calc II (a MUCH harder class for most people). Personally, I think that's a rather flawed system. However, getting an "A" in Calc II will give you a huge advantage over an applicant who took Calc I and got an "A". If you are sure you can get A's in higher level course (and have the time and motivation), go for it. You will have a huge advantage. Otherwise, take lower level courses to bosst you GPA.</p>
<p>What about a 'A' in Foundations of Calc I vs. an 'A-' in Calc I(slightly more difficult)?</p>
<p>I'd go with the A- in Calc I. You are also guaranteed to fulfill the calculus requirement in most schools that require math. I had a friend who took "Calculus for Biology Majors" and did not meet the math requirement for some schools. </p>
<p>Also, when I was doing my undergrad, there was a similar option (Calc I vs. Fundamentals of Calc I). Most people in the fundamentals class actually had a harder time getting an A than those in the Calc I class, and there were some really bright kids in the fundamentals class. The "pure" Calc I class only covers a handful more topics, but assures that you get credit for Calc I.</p>