<p>i was wondering if i should take honors physics then ap physics. i do have 99.7% in algebra 2 class and though the sat was easy. it's logical to be good at physics if your good at math right? it's just calculations right? i am only good at calculations and don't understand math word problems unless it's visual and i will be able to sovle it. so am i right for the class?</p>
<p>I would advise you to at least complete pre-cal before taking AP Physics. At my school you must have completed or be enrolled in AP Calculus to take AP Physics, so I would guess you should at least be that far along with your math courses to give yourself the best shot at success in AP Physics.</p>
<p>physics is mostly word problems...
Taking honors physics first would make AP physics make much more sense, or help you decide if you even want to take it. Also, in any physics you need at least trig.</p>
<p>At my school you must take AP Calculus BC, or taken it previously, before taking AP Physics C. For AP Physics B, all you need is Alg I, Geometry, Alg II, and Trig.</p>
<p>[AP Physics C]
Your unweighted GPA most likely has to be above ~3.5
and class rank below 50... usually less than 12 people take the class. My school has material available for 14 students to take the class senior year.</p>
<p>[AP Physics B]
Class is not offered, instead you take Honors Physics Junior year. The exam is offered at the beginning of May for an additional fee of ~$80. Class rank/GPA does not matter. However, you must of taken Honors Chemistry OR Honors Algebra II OR Honors AlgebraII/Trigonometry sophomore year.</p>
<p>In AP Physics B (Honors Physics) you are given the equations to solve the problems. The curriculum is totally different than AP Physics C. You shouldn't take AP Physics C without taking Honors Physics first because you'll go into the class without a whole year of information. Think of AP Physics B and AP Physics the equivalent to AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC.</p>