Taking AP calc? (question for the Calc vets)

bmwdan13
Tue, 15 May 2007 16:54:37 +0000

I found Calc BC to be a real challenge. For the first time in my life, I got scores below 80% on tests, and I really had a hard time on quizzes and assignments. I am an excellent math student, probably a 5 on the exam, and I still really struggled. Looking back, it probably wasn’t as bad as I though at the time, but overthinking and overpreparing are the best ways to keep a nice safety buffer in your grade.

In my defense, though, our BC Calc class is really tough. It has ruined more 4.0’s than any other class in the building, and our teacher is known for suprises and nearly impossible tests. I guess your success will depend on how tough your teacher is and how well you adapt to concepts. Some students in my class studied incredibly hard and still got terrible scores. For possibly the first time in high school, pure effort will not be enough. Aptitude is required as well.