Hey chem whizzes! I'm taking the AP Chem exam this year and I want to get a 5 (fingers crossed). However, I don't really know what percentage of correct answers I need to achieve this. Does anyone know what the typical percentage cutoffs are for each score? Thanks a bunch!
Hey there! While the exact cutoff for each AP score can vary from year to year, I can give you a general idea of the percentage you'll need to aim for in order to get a 5 on the AP Chemistry exam.
Historically, students who score between 70-80% correct overall are likely to receive a 5 on the exam. Keep in mind that this percentage includes both the multiple-choice section and the free-response section. Though these numbers can change slightly depending on the difficulty of the exam and the performance of students in a given year, this range should give you a solid target to aim for.
To give you a better idea of the breakdown, here's an approximate score scale:
1. 0-30% overall correct
2. 30-45% overall correct
3. 45-60% overall correct
4. 60-70% overall correct
5. 70-80+% overall correct
Remember that practice is key to success on the exam, so be sure to review the content, refine your test-taking strategies, and take advantage of any practice exams or study guides available to you. Best of luck in your preparations!
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