Exam Domains
1 Kinematics
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2 Forces and Newton's Laws of Motion
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3 Work, Energy, and Power
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4 Systems of Particles and Linear Momentum
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5 Rotation
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6 Oscillations
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7 Torque and Rotational Motion
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8 Electric Charge and Electric Force
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9 DC Circuits
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10 Mechanical Waves and Sound
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Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice, Free Response
FormatPaper-based; two sections: multiple choice and free response. Administered at school in May. AP Studio Art/Drawing: portfolio submission. AP Research/Seminar: academic paper and oral presentation.
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsSchool ID or government-issued photo ID required. Name on registration must match ID exactly.
RenewalNot required -- AP scores never expire; once earned, scores are valid indefinitely.
Retake PolicyAP exams are offered once per year in May. Students may retake the exam in a subsequent year; there is no same-year retake. Scores from all attempts are reported to colleges unless the student requests score cancellation.