<p>Math II contains pre-cal, and I haven't taken pre-cal or calculus, but I still plan to take the Math II test since the curve is easier. Will I have a substantial amount of studying to do for the Math II subject test in terms of the pre-cal topics?</p>
<p>Pre-calculus is like algebra III. If your algebra 2 foundation is strong enough, it’s doable. Still, it’s probably best to just take Math I. The curve may be harsher, but if you’re careful, you should be able to avoid most mistakes.</p>
<p>If you have a strong grasp of Algebra II and Trig, you could probably learn some of the Pre-Cal stuff yourself. I don’t think it’s too much to learn, so it’s very do-able. If you find out that you don’t have a strong understanding of Alg/Trig and can’t learn the Pre-Cal, then take Math I. (Of course, unless the school(s) you’re considering don’t accept Math I.) </p>
<p>Although the curve is easier for Math II, keep in mind that getting only a 700 isn’t much of a competitive score since this score is in the 65th percentile.</p>
<p>If your applying to the ivies do Math II, if not Math I.</p>
<p>I dunno, maybe take Math 1 now and Math 2 after studying precalculus?</p>
<p>Just take Math II no one cares about Math I.</p>
<p>I’m pretty sure that you can learn the necessary pre calc from the Barrons book. Pre calc is mostly alg II. The new things I learned were mostly trig and limits.</p>
<p>@copyxmkii: LOL, thanks for the straight answer. </p>
<p>I’ll just take Math II… instead of wasting time to decide.</p>
<p>the curve for math I sucks. you’ll do terrible on the Math I if you make a lot of silly mistakes.</p>
<p>shaqtus what year are you? it might do you well to just wait a year and then take math ii. but if you’re a rising senior then my point is moot.</p>