I have Math II, should I take Math I?

<p>Recently I did the subject test for Maths II and I got 780, the session corresponded with my A level exam for mathematics so I decided to give it a try, I'm satisfied with my score.</p>

<p>Later I'll be doing the subject tests for Physics and Chemistry, I can take one more test in the same session.</p>

<p>Should I take Math I? Would it be useful at all? Would admissions officers think I'm dumb for trying to get an extra score in an easier test?</p>

<p>Please comment freely and thank you for your help.</p>

<p>You’ll have three subject tests, which is beyond the two that are usually required. IMO, taking Math I would be superfluous. You wouldn’t look “dumb,” but you also don’t need it, especially if you already took Math II.</p>

<p>Even an 800 on the Math I won’t be that great, since you got a 780 on the Math II. Also, scoring high on the Math I is usually pretty tough, even though it tests elementary concepts. I would say go for the Physics and Chemistry, and also retake the Math II while your there (which is precisely what I’m doing). I would say your very capable of an 800 on the IIC, which looks much better than a 780.</p>

<p>Thanks for your advice. </p>

<p>My main concern now is whether I would just be wasting time preparing for Math, when I could be preparing for Physics and Chemistry.</p>

<p>Of course the 800 would look better, but wouldn’t I have a higher chance of getting a better score on Physics and Chemistry since I would only need to prepare for two tests and I could put more effort into them?</p>

<p>Also considering that I always thought that schools just look at the scores, see whether they are above a particular threshold like 750, then look at the rest of the components of the application.</p>

<p>Any advice on whether I should spend some of my time preparing for Math II again or if I should just focus on Physics and Chemistry alone?</p>

<p>Focus on physics and chemistry. There is absolutely no need to take MathI in your case.</p>

<p>Thanks all, I’m just going to do Physics and Chemistry.</p>