<p>I don't know why people are taking Math 2 than math 1.</p>
<p>Does it show to colleges that you are more equipped for higher math?</p>
<p>Taking Math 2 does show that you have a more extensive knowledge of Math and not everyone can take it. Math 2 is also easier to do well on since it has a much more generous scale than the Math 1. However, to colleges, that means that a 750 on the Math 1 will look stronger than a 750 on the Math 2.</p>
<p>Does Math 1 include pre-calculus/trig?</p>
<p>Math I doesn't have trig, I believe. Only really basic trig at most. Most likely no pre-calc stuff either.</p>
<p>"However, to colleges, that means that a 750 on the Math 1 will look stronger than a 750 on the Math 2."</p>
<p>This is not true. Some colleges do prefer the Math 2 exam. I think the UC's require it.</p>
<p>your answer your questions... YES</p>
<p>I took the math I and it was a MISTAKE. I usually get high 700s in the math on the Math II practice tests Ive been taking, but when I took the I in June 06' (10th grade), I got a 680. The curve is horrible. I advise taking at least pre calculus by the end of your junior year and then taking the IIC to get a good score...</p>
<p>yes, chip is right. The curve for Math I is terrible. If you have taken pre-cal, it would probably even be easier to score high on Math IIc!</p>
<p>Math IC is slowly being phased out it seems, as schools such as the UCs have started to require exclusively Math IIC. The curve for Math IIC is very generous. 6 wrong/skipped questions will still land you an 800, and generally a lot of study will get you at least a 750+</p>