Hi all! I'm planning to take AP Calculus BC next year and I'm curious about the score distribution. What percentage of students generally get a 5, 4, 3, 2, or 1 on this exam? Thanks in advance!
Hello! AP Calculus BC is known to be a challenging course, but many students who take it are well-prepared and tend to perform quite well on the exam. While score distributions may vary from year to year, I can give you an approximate breakdown based on recent trends:
- 5: Around 40-50% of students score a 5 on the AP Calculus BC exam.
- 4: Roughly 20-25% of students achieve a score of 4.
- 3: About 15-20% of test takers earn a score of 3.
- 2: Approximately 10% of students receive a 2.
- 1: Only around 5-8% of students score a 1 on the exam.
Keep in mind that these percentages are approximate and can change each year. Additionally, your own score will largely depend on your dedication to studying and understanding the material, not the performance of other students. It's still great that you're looking into the score distribution, though, as it can help you set goals for yourself. Good luck with your course and exam!
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