AP® Physics 1
Experimental Design and Analysis
Experimental Design and Analysis
This question type assesses student ability to design and describe a scientific investigation, analyze authentic laboratory data, and identify patterns or explain phenomena.
FRQ
FRQ
The FRQ topic emphasizes designing and analyzing experimental procedures to investigate physical phenomena, requiring clear hypotheses, methodical data collection, and logical reasoning to interpret results.
Spring Roller Coaster Energy | Experimental Design and Analysis
Spring Roller Coaster Energy | Experimental Design and Analysis
Kinematics Block Challenge | Experimental Design and Analysis
Kinematics Block Challenge | Experimental Design and Analysis
Projectile Launcher Challenge | Experimental Design and Analysis
Projectile Launcher Challenge | Experimental Design and Analysis
Rotating Disk Experiment | Experimental Design and Analysis
Rotating Disk Experiment | Experimental Design and Analysis
Designing a Traffic Circle | Experimental Design and Analysis
Designing a Traffic Circle | Experimental Design and Analysis
Collision Analysis | Experimental Design and Analysis
Collision Analysis | Experimental Design and Analysis
Investigating Springs | Experimental Design and Analysis
Investigating Springs | Experimental Design and Analysis
Mathematical Routines
Mathematical Routines
This question type assesses students’ ability to apply mathematical methods, such as equations and graphs, to analyze physical situations and solve problems. Students use these routines to make predictions, interpret data, and explain relationships between variables.
FRQ
FRQ
The FRQ topic focuses on connecting multiple representations of a physical scenario, such as equations, graphs, and diagrams, to analyze relationships and solve problems.
Box Stuck on Inclined Plane | Mathematical Routines
Box Stuck on Inclined Plane | Mathematical Routines
Potter's Wheel | Mathematical Routines
Potter's Wheel | Mathematical Routines
Translation Between Representations
Translation Between Representations
This question type assesses students’ ability to connect different representations of a physical scenario, such as diagrams, equations, and graphs. Students use these representations to analyze relationships, derive equations, interpret data, and justify conclusions.
FRQ
FRQ
The FRQ section tests students' ability to translate between representations, applying physics concepts to analyze relationships and justify conclusions.
Distance Traveled | Translation Between Representations
Distance Traveled | Translation Between Representations
Impulse and Momentum | Translation Between Representations
Impulse and Momentum | Translation Between Representations
Qualitative/Quantitative Translation
Qualitative/Quantitative Translation
This question type assesses student ability to translate between quantitative and qualitative justification and reasoning.
FRQ
FRQ
The FRQ section requires the qualitative and quantitative application of physics concepts and principles to solve real-world problems through structured reasoning and clear communication.
Forces on an Incline | Qualitative/Quantitative Translation
Forces on an Incline | Qualitative/Quantitative Translation
Diving Board | Qualitative/Quantitative Translation
Diving Board | Qualitative/Quantitative Translation