Hi everyone! I'm planning on taking the AP Statistics exam next year, and I'm curious about the format. What's the structure of the exam, and are there any recent changes I should be aware of? Thanks!
Hi there!
The AP Statistics exam is divided into two main sections: multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and free-response questions (FRQs). Here's a breakdown of the exam format:
1. Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
- This section has 40 multiple-choice questions, and you are given 90 minutes to complete it.
- This section accounts for 50% of your overall exam score.
- The questions in this part test your ability to understand concepts, apply statistical techniques, and interpret the results.
2. Free-Response Questions (FRQs):
- This section consists of 6 free-response questions, and you will have another 90 minutes to complete it.
- This part also makes up 50% of your total exam score.
- The FRQs will test your ability to answer questions in a more in-depth manner and involve analyzing data, formulating hypotheses, and providing statistical justification. This section typically includes the following question types: 5 short-answer and 1 investigative task.
As for recent changes, there have been no significant alterations to the exam format since the last update in the 2019-2020 school year. That being said, be sure to refer to the College Board's website or consult your AP Statistics teacher for the most up-to-date information and any nuances that might be relevant to your specific exam.
Finally, if you want to get a more comprehensive breakdown of the exam, as well as preparation tips and sample questions, you can check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-the-ap-statistics-exam
Best of luck with AP Statistics!
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