5 Steps to a 5 AP Chemistry 2019

What You Need to Know About the AP Chemistry Exam ❮ 7

experts, and statisticians determines these cutoffs. The same exam that is given to the AP

Chemistry high school students is given to college students. The various college profes-

sors report how the college students fared on the exam. This provides information for the

chief faculty consultant on where to draw the lines for a 5, 4, 3, 2, or 1 score. A score of

5 on this AP exam is set to represent the average score received by the college students

who scored an A on the exam. A score of 3 or 4 is the equivalent of a college grade B,

and so on.

How Do I Register and How Much Does It Cost?

If you are enrolled in AP Chemistry in your high school, your teacher is going to provide

all of these details. You do not have to enroll in the AP course to register for and complete

the AP exam. When in doubt, the best source of information is the College Board’s website:

http://www.collegeboard.org.

Students who demonstrate financial need may receive a refund to help offset the cost of

testing. There are also several optional fees that are necessary if you want your scores rushed

to you, or if you wish, to receive multiple grade reports.

What Should I Do the Night Before the Exam?

Last-minute cramming of massive amounts of material will not help you. It takes time for

your brain to organize material. There is some value to a last-minute review of material.

This may involve looking over the Rapid Review portions of a few (not all) chapters, or

looking through the Glossary. The night before the test should include a light review, and

various relaxing activities. A full night’s sleep is one of the best preparations for the test.

What Should I Bring to the Exam?

Here are some suggestions:

● Several pencils and an eraser that does not leave smudges.

● Black- or blue-colored pens for use on the free-response section.

● A watch so that you can monitor your time. You never know if the exam room will, or

will not, have a clock on the wall. Make sure you turn off the beep that goes off on the

hour.

● A calculator that you have used during your preparation for the exam. Do not bring a

new or unfamiliar calculator.

● Your school code.

● Your photo identification and social security number.

● Tissues.

● Your quiet confidence that you are prepared and ready to rock and roll.

What Should I NOT Bring to the Exam?

It’s probably a good idea to leave the following items at home:

● A smartphone, cellphone, or any other electronic communication device.

● Books, a dictionary, study notes, flash cards, highlighting pens, correction fluid, a ruler,

or any other office supplies.

● Portable music of any kind.

● Clothing with any chemistry on it.

● Panic or fear. It’s natural to be nervous, but you can comfort yourself that you have used

this book and that there is no room for fear on your exam.

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