Schools Physics B in high school or college?

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The discussion centers on the best approach for a high school senior planning to attend dental school, specifically regarding the physics requirement. The key point is whether to take AP Physics C and aim for a B or take Physics B in college and aim for an A. Participants express uncertainty about predicting grades and emphasize that dental schools require one year of college physics, not AP credit. There is debate over the perceived value of grades in challenging courses versus easier ones, with some suggesting that a B in a more rigorous class may be viewed more favorably by admissions committees. Ultimately, the consensus leans toward the importance of achieving a solid understanding of physics, regardless of the specific course taken.
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I'm a going to be a senior in high school next. I'm planning to go to Dental School. One the requirements is one year of Physics not counting AP credit. What would be better to the admissions office? To take the AP test in high school, and get around a B in Physics C or get a A in Physics B in college.
 
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Legendofdeep said:
I'm a going to be a senior in high school next. I'm planning to go to Dental School. One the requirements is one year of Physics not counting AP credit. What would be better to the admissions office? To take the AP test in high school, and get around a B in Physics C or get a A in Physics B in college.

I'm not sure I understand...how do you know at this point what your grade will be?
 
take physics B, it is still pretty hard and you don't need physics C or even B for dentistry
 
Take physics C, because it's a bit simpler if it's over a full year and you have an A in calculus I.
 
lisab said:
I'm not sure I understand...how do you know at this point what your grade will be?

I'm just predicting.

stonecoldgen said:
take physics B, it is still pretty hard and you don'y need physics C or even B for dentistry

You need one year of college physics to get into dental school.


So it would look better to get a B in a high class than getting a A in a lower class?
 

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