AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based Practice Test
AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based introduction to mechanics. The 2024 redesign added fluids and removed waves and electricity. The 2026 hybrid digital exam is 3 hours total: 40 MCQs in Bluebook (1hr 20min, 50%) and 4 handwritten FRQs (1hr 40min, 50%).
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Exam format
40
questions
180
minutes
Hybrid digital (MCQ digital + paper FRQ)
| Section | Questions | Time | Score weight |
|---|---|---|---|
Section I: Multiple Choice Discrete questions and question sets with shared stimulus/data. | 40 | 80 min | 50% |
Section II: Free Response (handwritten) FRQ types: Mathematical Routines, Translation between Representations, Experimental Design and Analysis, Qualitative/Quantitative Translation. Handwritten in paper booklet. | 4 | 100 min | 50% |
Course units and exam weights
- Unit 1: Kinematics10-15%
- Unit 2: Force and Translational Dynamics18-23%
- Unit 3: Work, Energy, and Power18-23%
- Unit 4: Linear Momentum10-15%
- Unit 5: Torque and Rotational Dynamics10-15%
- Unit 6: Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems5-8%
- Unit 7: Oscillations5-8%
- Unit 8: Fluids10-15%
Source: College Board AP Students Course and Exam Description.
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Physics 1 FAQ
- Did AP Physics 1 change recently?
- Yes. The 2024-2025 redesign removed the waves and electric circuits units and added fluids. The exam now has 8 units centered on mechanics, with rotational motion expanded.
- Is AP Physics 1 the hardest AP exam?
- It has historically had one of the lowest pass rates. Concepts feel intuitive but applying them to multi-step problems is where students struggle. Practice problems are essential.
- Do I need calculus?
- No. AP Physics 1 is algebra-based. AP Physics C: Mechanics is the calculus-based equivalent.
- Are calculators and an equation sheet provided?
- Yes. Approved scientific or graphing calculators are permitted on both sections, and an equations sheet plus reference tables are available throughout the exam.