Math 2 Test: Goes Up To What Math Level?

Test Preparation
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<p>So yesterday I was sitting in Pre-Calc class, and my teacher went off on a SAT tangent when someone asked him about the math subject test. Anyway, he said that you SHOULDN'T take the Math level 2 subject test if you haven't taken Honors Precalculus. I was surprised at this, since I was under the impression that the Math 2 test goes up to Pre-Calc, and you wouldn't necessarily need the extra "honors" material. I'm currently in a regular Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry class that is designed to prepare me for AP Calculus. I was planning to take the math level two test in May after I finish the class, but now I'm unsure. Is it really necessary to have honors level material before the test? Would it be a bad idea to take Math Level 2 due to my teacher's advice? Or would it be a bad idea NOT to take it since Math 1 looks weak?</p>

<p>I don't know, I guess I'm just looking for someone to reassure me that my teacher is a total nutcase and Pre-Calc is sufficient if combined with studying.</p>

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<p>Most precalc classes suck and don't cover anything anyway. Get the Barron's math level 2 book and then take the test. You'll be fine.</p>

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<p>Math classes in one school may not cover the same material as math classes in another. My son's precalc class is doing limits now, but other ones also labeled honors at the same school aren't as far along. Most pre-calc classes prepare pretty well for the Math2 test. What you need to do is to look at some sample tests and see how your class stacks up. If it doesn't cover the material you can either take the lower level test or fill in the gaps by learning the missing material.</p>

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<p>There is some basic precalculus on the Math II SAT, but it's nothing that you can't teach yourself. I would recommened either the Princeton Review or Barron's book if you are interested in taking the test before completing the class.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the advice everyone! I'll definitely get studying then.</p>

<p>xD</p>

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<p>Thru precalc. </p>

<p>Also, check out basic statistics, including z-scores since they sometimes popup on the test. Self-practice is a good idea bcos the California state math standards for precalc do not cover everything on the test. Our HS dropped matrix algebra, for example, bcos its no longer on the CST, but yet matrix algebra does occur on Math 2.</p>

<p>One other tip: get really comfortable with a TI calculator!</p>