1. Having learning capacity, you can directly choose AP Physics I and AP Physics II.
2. If you have average capacity, choose Regular Physics or Honor Physics first.
3. If you have learning capacity and want to stand out in the Physics Olympiad, two common practices:
a. After learning Honor Physics, practice hard for the Physics Olympiad, then choose AP Physics C Mechanics and participate in the Physics Olympiad at the same time. After winning, you can continue to develop in USAPHO.
b. After learning AP Physics I, practice a little, then choose AP Physics C Mechanics and participate in the Physics Olympiad at the same time. After winning, you will stop (because F=MA only tests the mechanics part, while the USAPHO exam tests other content). With this design, you have a greater chance of winning in the F=MA competition, but you are unable to move up to the next level.
4. Choose AP Physics C directly without taking Regular Physics, Honor Physics, or AP Physics I?
No, because although AP Physics C teaches in-depth and strengthens problem-solving skills, the content is very narrow (optics, thermodynamics, atomic physics, nuclear physics, etc. are not included), and it is not comprehensive in emphasizing basic physics concepts.
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