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<p>Yes, he should. If he has to or wants to repeat the freshman courses in university, he will be better prepared, especially if he chooses to take the honors or “with extra theory” versions of the courses at the university.</p>
<p>The usual choices for someone with AP Calculus are:</p>
<p>A. Jump ahead in honors / extra theory math.
B. Start over in honors / extra theory math.
C. Jump ahead in regular math.
D. Start over in regular math.</p>
<p>With a score of 5, A, B, or C is probably the best choice for the student. With a score of 4, probably B or D, maybe C. With a score of 3, probably D.</p>
<p>Of course, this assumes that the student is majoring in something where math is a core requirement; for students taking a “light” calculus sequence for social studies majors or something like that, C might be ok even with a score of 3.</p>
<p>It also assumes a school that is not a super-elite science and engineering school, where every student is good at math and probably has AP credit and the school has specific recommendations based on that (e.g. everyone does B).</p>
<p>As far as other AP courses and tests go, English is the most likely to be useful for subject credit at most universities.</p>