<p>By taking SAT 2 Math level 1, does that mean that students look pale in contrast to those who take level 2?
I can take the SAT Math Level 2 but i need to devote some time studying completley new topics and if colleges put equal consideration for both, i might as well take the SAT Math level 1. </p>
<p>But i heard that it is much easier to score higher for SAT M l2?</p>
<p>the curve on Level 2 is more generous. However a high score is not rare…as the group of students taking this exam is self selecting and many have eyes on selective college admissions and some have goals in science and engineering pathways. You have sort of already “proven” your level one ability on the regular SAT in my opinion.<br>
My son made a 3 on the AP Calc BC exam and a 760 on the SATII. AP instruction was very weak in our school system..in fact at the time he was not even enrolled in AP Calc because our faculty wouldn’t teach it. He self studied for the SATIIs and they made a big impact on his college applications because he proved he can take responsibility for mastering material in a school system with very low AP scores. My point is that there are many reasons to do well on the SATIIs depending on your circumstances and home town issues.<br>
He is a very good math student but not a Talent. He probably took 2-3 practice exams. They are only one hour tests and this is not that big a deal if you set aside a couple Sunday afternoons and plan for it. If your college apps need this angle, take the time to prep. Much easier than AP prep.</p>
<p>Wow… Congrats on your son’s performance. Its really something else to take one’s own initiative and do sth about it. </p>
<p>As for my case. i dont want to study any aspect related to engineering.
My aspirations are International Relations and Buisness. </p>
<p>Can the Sat2 level 2 math be self taught over the summer? i have a solid foundations but havent really touched on some new topics that appear.</p>
<p>you know, I am not well versed on it. the SATbooklet for Subject tests has all of the headings. The only way to go is to take a practice test and then decide if you want to submit the level one or the level two. My second son is self studying for the level 2 this August when he has more time at home with the book that has practice tests in it. remember…there are spreads of the scores and the percentages at college board on all of these tests and each test has its own reputation. we are pleased first son made a 760 but in relation to the peers on the exam it was not a rare score… if you are going to apply to colleges, take a look at what your best assets are and then decide if you need to come across with this subject test or not..perhaps you don’t!</p>
<p>in actuality, the gap between the math I and II tests is very large and therefore the two tests could be looked at differently by colleges. the math I test deals with basic algebra, geometry, trig, and some “thinking” problems that show up constantly as HARD problems on the SAT Reasoning Test. The Math II test on the other hand goes a couple steps further by going into some really advanced trig, advanced algebra, and I even had a polar graphing question along with a matrix question on my test. </p>
<p>I was a junior when I took the test and I just finished pre-calculus which is the highest level math class juniors can take. this class basically taught us everything we needed to know for Math II and I was able to pull off an 800. But situations are different and not everyone has the opportunity to take a class like that. Self studying shouldnt be difficult if you have the basic math skills perfected (or if u did well on Math I), but be sure to buy a prep book for Math II and see if you can do the problems; otherwise, u may have to study some more. its all about preparation.</p>
<p>2c is easy</p>
<p>all the asian kids get 800
take 2c</p>
<p>^ true that, all the asians who choose to take it basically get 800</p>