Physics B vs. C -- Math matters?

Test Preparation AP Sciences
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<p>Should a student who did better in calc than in trig take AP Physics C, since it is more calc-based?</p>

<p>That's what I was recently told. But if you are someone who is interested in the natural sciences and not engineering, it seems like C may not be the best investment of your time and effort. Doesn't C cover the same material as B, plus more?</p>

<p>Thanks for any insights and info on this.</p>

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<p>Physics B covers Newtonian Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Waves and Optics, and Atomic and Nuclear Physics. Physics C only covers Newtonian Mechanics (one exam) and Electricity and Magnetism (one exam), but in much more depth, with new concepts, and with calculus.</p>