Physics is already kinda daunting, and I'm stressing out about taking AP Physics 1. Can someone tell me how many questions are on the exam so I can gauge the pacing needed during the test?
It's completely understandable to feel anxious about the AP Physics 1 exam - it's a challenging course! The AP Physics 1 exam typically consists of two sections: a multiple-choice section and a free-response section. The multiple-choice section has 50 questions which you'll need to complete in 90 minutes. This part of the test is meant to assess your understanding of the concepts through theoretical and practical questions.
The free-response section usually has five questions and also has a 90-minute time limit. This section includes experimental design, qualitative/quantitative translation, and short answer questions. For pacing, this means you should aim to spend about 1 minute and 48 seconds per multiple-choice question and roughly 18 minutes per free-response question. Practice exams can be incredibly beneficial in helping you get the timing down and also making you more comfortable with the question formats and types of problems you'll need to solve. Keep your spirits up; with enough practice, you'll improve your pacing and understanding!
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