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AP Physics C Mechanics MCQs and FRQ Exam Style Questions

Exam Style Practice Questions AP Physics C Mechanics MCQs ( Multiple Choice Questions)

Multiple Choice Questions

MCQs

  • Time: 80 minutes 
  • 40 multiple – choice questions (core)
  • No marks deducted from incorrect answers
  • A four-function, scientific, or graphing calculator is allowed 
  • 50% weight.

Exam Weighting for the Multiple-Choice Section of the AP Exam

AP Physics C :Mechanics

Free-Response Questions(FRQs)

Free-Response Questions

  • Time: 100 minutes 
  • 4 Questions
  • No marks deducted from incorrect answers
  • A four-function, scientific, or graphing calculator is allowed 
  • 50% weight

Free-Response Questions

  • Question 1: Mathematical Routines
  • Question 2: Translation Between Representations
  • Question 3: Experimental Design and Analysis
  • Question 4: Qualitative/Quantitative Translation

Course Content

The AP Physics C: Mechanics Exam assesses student application of the science practices and understanding of the learning objectives outlined in the course framework. The exam is 1 hour and 30 minutes long and includes 35 multiple-choice questions and 3 free-response questions. A four-function, scientific, or graphing calculator is allowed on both sections of the exam. 

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