I’m currently a rising junior. In my sophomore year I took an introductory physics course which covered nearly all of the topics on the SAT II subject test except for thermodynamics. I haven’t taken chemistry yet but I am planning on taking it next year, as well as AP Physics C (both M and E&M - it’s covered in one course).
The three SAT tests I am planning on taking are Math II, Physics, and Chemistry. I was originally planning on taking Math II and Physics in October, and Chemistry in the spring (so it’s not too stressful). I thought I would be super prepared for the SAT Physics test after doing well in the class but after taking a practice test I’m doubtful I could do well on the Physics test without significant preparation - the main issue is finishing the test on time. I’ve also forgotten a few concepts that I need to review.
Another option I would have is to take Math II and Physics on a different date in 2017 spring (May?) and take Chemistry in June, because I’d really rather not take them all on the same day. However, there’s also the question of when I would take the SAT I test, as I am currently preparing for that as well.
For people who have taken AP Physics C and the SAT Physics test, do you feel like Physics C would help on the Physics subject test at all? I’m just trying to figure out if I should prepare to take it in the fall or later on in the year.
Also- I have the official book from ~4 yrs ago when a sibling took the tests, I also have the Princeton Review book from last year, are there any other books that would be really helpful?
Thanks