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AP Physics 1 practice questions by unit

Fiveable has 8,145 AP Physics 1 multiple-choice practice questions across 8 units, plus 136 stimulus-based question sets built around a source. Practice one unit or topic at a time.

  • Unit 1 – Kinematics: 938 multiple-choice questions, 12 stimulus sets
  • Unit 2 – Force and Translational Dynamics: 1,505 multiple-choice questions, 25 stimulus sets
  • Unit 3 – Work, Energy, and Power: 941 multiple-choice questions, 18 stimulus sets
  • Unit 4 – Linear Momentum: 578 multiple-choice questions, 17 stimulus sets
  • Unit 5 – Torque and Rotational Dynamics: 1,135 multiple-choice questions, 20 stimulus sets
  • Unit 6 – Rotating Systems: Energy & Momentum: 1,478 multiple-choice questions, 19 stimulus sets
  • Unit 7 – Oscillations: 578 multiple-choice questions, 11 stimulus sets
  • Unit 8 – Fluids: 992 multiple-choice questions, 14 stimulus sets

Sample AP Physics 1 practice question

A car travels around a circular track at a constant speed. A student claims that the car is in a state of translational equilibrium because its speed is not changing. Which statement best evaluates this claim?

The claim is incorrect because the changing direction implies a changing velocity, requiring a nonzero net force toward the center.

Correct answer

The claim is incorrect because the changing direction implies a changing velocity, requiring a nonzero net force away from the center.

The claim is correct because the constant speed implies a constant velocity, requiring a zero net force to maintain the motion.

The claim is correct because the constant speed implies a constant velocity, requiring a zero net force to balance the friction.

Explanation

Recognizing that velocity is a vector quantity justifies why a change in direction constitutes acceleration, requiring a net centripetal force.

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