<p>Hi, I am currently in 11th grade, and my math class this year is AP Statistics. I took Geometry in 9th grade and Algebra 2 Honors (includes Trig) in 10th grade. I was supposed to take Precalculus this year, but there was a schedule conflict and to make a long story short, I ended up taking AP Stats this year instead of Precalc. I will be taking Precalculus as a senior. </p>
<p>I'm planning on taking my SAT IIs in June 2010, the end of this school year. Can someone explain to me the differences between the SAT II for Math I and Math II? Is it just that Math II covers more advanced math? What does "Math IIc" mean? "Math Ic?" Will taking Math I and not Math II hurt me when I apply to colleges?</p>
<p>if you’re above pre-calc level, definately take Math II.
i had friends who took Math I and II after finishing pre-calc and did worse on Math I.
the problem is, the topics covered are slightly different; Math II has statistics, which you will be prepared for</p>
<p>Math I has lower level math concepts and might be considered “easy” But the curve for the exam is harsh. </p>
<p>Math II tests on a wider range of concepts, including pre-calc and has somewhat harder concepts but it has an easier curve. You can miss up to 6 questions and still get an 800.</p>
<p>Most colleges would rather see Math II. If you’re going into engineering or anything based on math, you should take Math II. Also, the UC’s require Math II.</p>
<p>Can you give me a rundown of what was covered? Because in Pre-Calc my teacher didn’t really teach me anything… I’m in AP Calculus right now btw but I know Math IIs have a lot of precalculus but I didn’t learn much of that. Please help :S</p>
<p>You can use the Sparknotes practice tests to see how prepared you are. Normally, students take Math II after precal, but you may be an exception. Take a test and see how you do.</p>
<p>Harambee, I will probably be applying to several UCs, so I guess I’ll take one of the practice SparkNotes tests and see how I do. I’ll look through the college board Math Subject Tests guide as well. My main concern is whether I can learn the precalculus that I’ll need to score well on the subject test out of a prep book… they’re usually written to supplement an actual textbook, right? Anybody have experience with preparing for the math SAT IIs and know the best prep books?</p>