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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Correct me if I’m wrong but something like 95% of the math on the ACT is only up to Algebra 2. Only a couple problems deal with geometry/trig. A could on a normal non-advanced math track can score VERY high if they know what they’re doing.

The obsession with calculus & above math by all you striver families is so weird. [/quote]

Agree although if colleges want to see you taking the "[b]most rigorous classes offered[/b]" and many of your classmates are taking AP Calculus BC in 11th grade (which is normal in a top DMV public school especially among the top tier students), it does make for an unfortunate situation where kids feel pressured to accelerate in Math.[/quote]

Colleges need to come out with a clear-cut statement on what the upper limit for assessing the most rigorous courseload.   Big public high schools may have 30+APs/IBs etc. including post-calc math.  If a rural hs student in Virginia took the 4 APs offered at their school are they really "better" than the DMV area kid who "only" took 15 out of the 30?  I always feel this is a way that top public schools sidestep the geographical representation question (e.g. UVA).  If this isn't just a political sidestep, they need to clearly state that there's an upper limit on what counts as a rigorous courseload, such as 8 AP or IB and that for not taking courses beyond that you're going to get "dinged" for not enough rigor.  For instance they could say, we want a rigorous courseload, including taking an AP/IB level calculus, AP/IB lab science, AP/IB history, AP/IB English/Literature if your school offers these.  If your school doesn't offer them, then take the most rigorous option you have and your application won't be at a disadvantage.  [/quote]

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