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As a matter of general rule, it might be best to concentrate on the core academic courses (math, sciences, English, History) for APs and only add APs in other subjects if there is space and inclination.
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<p>I disagree. In some instances, a non-core AP may give students a chance to test their interest in a subject that they would not otherwise have a chance to become acquainted with until college -- such as psychology, art history, or economics. If the student will also be completing the basics (four years of foreign language, three years of history/government, all three basic high school science courses), what's the harm in branching out a bit?</p>