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AP Calc BC FRQ Practice: Where to find good resources?

I'm gearing up for my AP Calc BC exam and I want to get some solid practice on free-response questions. What resources would you recommend for FRQ practice? Are there any specific websites or books that you found particularly helpful for this part of the exam?

7 months ago

I can definitely point you towards some helpful resources for AP Calc BC FRQ practice. One of the best sources is the College Board itself, as they provide released FRQs from previous years' exams along with scoring guidelines and sample solutions. You can access these directly on the College Board's website under the AP Calculus BC Exam section. Practicing with these will give you a clear idea of the types of questions you can expect and help you understand how they are scored.

Additionally, consider checking out review books that are specifically geared towards AP Calculus BC, such as Barron's AP Calculus or The Princeton Review's Cracking the AP Calculus BC Exam. These books not only have content review and test-taking strategies, but also practice tests that include FRQ sections. Some AP teachers recommend "5 Steps to a 5: AP Calculus BC" for its in-depth explanations and overall organization.

Another resource that many students find helpful is the MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW) for Single Variable Calculus. While this resource isn't specifically designed for AP Calc BC, it covers a lot of the same material in a college-level format. You can find problem sets with solutions, lecture notes, and even exams that can help supplement your study efforts.

Lastly, don't forget about online resources such as Khan Academy, which offers free videos and practice problems for AP Calculus BC, including FRQ-style questions. Additionally, YouTube also has a number of AP Calculus BC teachers who post video solutions to FRQs, so you can observe proper problem-solving techniques and the logic behind them.

By combining these resources, you'll have a well-rounded selection of FRQ practice opportunities to help you prepare for the AP Calc BC exam. Good luck!

7 months ago

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