Has Anyone Taken the Physics SAT Subject Test Without AP Physics E&M?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the experience of taking the Physics SAT Subject Test without having completed AP Physics Electricity and Magnetism (E&M). Participants share personal experiences and insights regarding preparation and performance on the test.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the feasibility of taking the Physics SAT Subject Test without prior AP Physics E&M experience.
  • Another participant confirms they have taken the test without AP Physics E&M and suggests that many others likely do as well.
  • A participant shares their score of 800, indicating that achieving this score is possible for those who understand the basics and do not miss more than 12 questions.
  • There is an expression of appreciation for the shared experience and information regarding the test.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not express disagreement, but rather share personal experiences, indicating a general agreement on the possibility of succeeding on the test without AP Physics E&M.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about prior knowledge and test preparation strategies are present, but these are not explicitly defined or agreed upon by all participants.

cheryylll
has anyone taken the physics SAT subject test without having taken AP physics E & M?
 
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I have. I suspect most people do.
 
how did you do on it?
 
800, along with nearly 10% of other SAT physics test takers. It really isn't hard; as long as you don't miss more than 12 questions--and anybody who knows the basics would--you get 800.
 
oohh nice.. ok thanks (:
 

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