Hey guys, I'm currently in AP World History and I'm curious about how the class's scoring works. I looked up a score calculator but couldn't find anything reliable. Could someone explain how the AP exams are scored? By the way, I'm not looking for specific numbers, just a better understanding of the system. Thanks a lot!
Absolutely, I'd be happy to give you a brief overview of how AP exam scoring works!
The scoring for an AP Exam is divided into two sections: multiple choice/short answer and free response. The AP World History exam, for instance, first has a section of multiple-choice and short-answer questions, and second a section of free-response questions. Both sections contribute to your composite score, which is on a scale of 1 to 5.
The multiple-choice section contributes to a significant portion of your final score. It's important to note that the College Board uses a complex statistical process to convert raw scores to scaled scores. In this process, they consider the difficulty of the questions.
The free-response section usually includes document-based questions (DBQ), long essays, and short answer questions, and is hand-scored by trained AP graders. Each question has a specific rubric that graders follow.
Please note that while getting a high score on your exam is beneficial, taking AP courses and doing well in the class itself are what really matter in college admissions. The rigorous content of AP courses demonstrates academic strength on your transcript.
So, focus on understanding the material, doing well in the class, and doing your best on the exam. It's all about learning the content and developing essential skills. Good luck!
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