Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The AP Physics 1 exam is a standardized test that assesses students' understanding of introductory physics concepts. It consists of multiple-choice questions and free-response questions.
Related terms
Free-response questions: These are open-ended questions on the AP Physics 1 exam that require students to explain their reasoning and solve problems using written responses.
Multiple-choice questions: These are questions on the AP Physics 1 exam that provide several answer choices, and students must select the correct one.
Scoring guidelines: These are rubrics provided by College Board that outline how points are awarded for each question on the AP Physics 1 exam.