AP Exam
Preparation

Multiple choice and FRQ tips. Maximize your AP score with proven strategies.

Multiple Choice

Strategy

• 40% of total score
• No penalty for guessing
• Read all options before answering
• Eliminate obviously wrong answers
• Watch for "always" or "never"
• Check for trick questions

Time Management

• 55 questions in 55 minutes
• ~1 minute per question
• Don't spend too long on one question
• Mark and return to difficult questions
• Review answers if time permits

Free Response Questions (FRQ)

Strategy

• 60% of total score
• Read all parts before answering
• Answer each part separately
• Show all working
• Use correct units
• Write in complete sentences

Scoring

• Partial credit awarded
• One point per correct step
• Don't leave anything blank
• Write something for every part
• Use correct terminology
• Be clear and organized

Study Plan

8-Week Plan

Week 1-2: Review all topics
Week 3-4: Focus on weak areas
Week 5-6: Practice FRQs
Week 7: Full practice exams
Week 8: Final review and rest

Daily Study

• 1-2 hours per day
• Active recall practice
• Past paper questions
• Review mistakes
• Spaced repetition

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