About AP Physics 1
AP Physics 1 covers kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, torque and rotation, oscillations and fluids, with an emphasis on reasoning as well as calculation.
Advanced Placement · Science · College Board (Advanced Placement Program)
AP Physics 1 Mock Tests, Syllabus & Complete Exam Guide
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based. Practise 20 full-length mock tests on the official pattern, drill every topic, and get the eligibility, syllabus, cut-off, rank and college details you need — all in one place.
AP Physics 1 at a glance
- Section I
- 40 MCQ · 80 min (50%)
- Section II
- 4 free response · 100 min (50%)
- Score
- 1–5
- Mocks here
- 20 full Section I tests
ModeSection I multiple choice + Section II free response
FrequencyOnce a year, in May
LanguagesEnglish
By the ExamguruX Editorial TeamReviewed for pattern accuracy against College Board (Advanced Placement Program)Last updated 13 October 2026
AP Physics 1 full-length mock tests
Attempt 20 full-length AP Physics 1 mock tests built on the official 40-question pattern. The first mock is free — every test comes with instant results and a step-by-step solution for each question.
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 01
Free40 Qs · 40 marks80 minEasy
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 02
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minModerate
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 03
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minHard
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 04
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minEasy
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 05
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minModerate
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 06
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minHard
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 07
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minEasy
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 08
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minModerate
AP Physics 1 Full Mock Test 09
40 Qs · 40 marks80 minHard
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AP Physics 1 topic-wise tests & syllabus
80 topic tests across 7 subjects — a focused set of 15 tests for every topic in the AP Physics 1 syllabus, tagged with approximate exam weightage so you practise where the marks are.
80 topic-wise tests · 15 per topic across 7 subjects. Pick a subject, expand a topic, and start drilling.
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 01
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 02
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 03
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 04
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 05
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 06
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 07
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 08
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minHard
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 09
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minEasy
Kinematics & Projectiles — Test 10
10 Qs · 10 marks10 minModerate
AP Physics 1 sample questions
A few real AP Physics 1 questions with answers and step-by-step solutions, in the exact style of the full mock tests.
KinematicsSample 1
A cart starts at 0 m/s and accelerates uniformly at 6 m/s². How far does it travel in 4 s?
- A.43 m
- B.53 m
- C.96 m
- D.48 m
Solution: Δx = v₀t + ½at² = 0 + 48 = 48 m.
Force & Translational DynamicsSample 2
Masses of 3 kg and 5 kg hang on either side of a light, frictionless pulley. What is the magnitude of their acceleration? (Use g = 10 m/s².)
- A.6.25 m/s²
- B.2.5 m/s²
- C.4 m/s²
- D.10 m/s²
Solution: a = (m₂ − m₁)g/(m₁ + m₂) = 2 × 10 / 8 ≈ 2.5 m/s².
Work, Energy & PowerSample 3
A ball is released from rest 20 m above the ground. Ignoring air resistance, how fast is it moving just before it hits the ground? (Use g = 10 m/s².)
- A.14.14 m/s
- B.10 m/s
- C.40 m/s
- D.20 m/s
Solution: mgh = ½mv² ⇒ v = √(2gh) = √(2 × 10 × 20) = 20 m/s.
Linear MomentumSample 4
Two skaters, of masses 10 kg and 70 kg, stand at rest and push off each other. The 10 kg skater moves away at 2 m/s. How fast does the other skater move?
- A.14 m/s
- B.0.29 m/s
- C.2 m/s
- D.1 m/s
Solution: Total momentum stays zero: 10 × 2 = 70 × v ⇒ v = 0.29 m/s.
Torque & Rotational MotionSample 5
A 29 kg child sits 0.5 m from the pivot of a seesaw. How far from the pivot, on the other side, must a 47 kg child sit to balance it?
- A.3.31 m
- B.0.31 m
- C.0.5 m
- D.0.81 m
Solution: Torques balance: 29 × 0.5 = 47 × d ⇒ d = 0.31 m.
OscillationsSample 6
What is the period of a simple pendulum of length 2.5 m? (Use g = 10 m/s².)
- A.0.5π s
- B.0.25π s
- C.2π s
- D.1π s
Solution: T = 2π√(L/g) = 2π√(2.5/10) = 1π s.
About the AP Physics 1 exam
Algebra-based introductory mechanics, including rotation, oscillations and fluids; may earn university credit.
AP Physics 1 eligibility & exam pattern
Check whether you meet the AP Physics 1 eligibility criteria and understand exactly how the paper is structured and marked before you plan your preparation.
Eligibility criteria
- Who can take it
- Any student; you do not need to have taken the AP course.
- Where
- Through a school or authorised AP test centre.
Exam pattern & marking
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| KinematicsKinematics & Projectiles | 5 | MCQ |
| Force & Translational DynamicsForces, Circular Motion & Gravitation | 8 | MCQ |
| Work, Energy & PowerWork, Energy & Power | 8 | MCQ |
| Linear MomentumMomentum & Impulse | 5 | MCQ |
| Torque & Rotational MotionTorque, Rotational Dynamics & Angular Momentum | 6 | MCQ |
| OscillationsSimple Harmonic Motion | 3 | MCQ |
| FluidsFluids | 5 | MCQ |
| Section II — Free response100 minutes (not included in these mocks) | 4 | 50% of score |
| Total | 44 | 100 |
Since 2024-25 AP Physics 1 has 40 multiple-choice questions in 80 minutes and 4 free-response questions in 100 minutes, each section worth 50%. The course has eight units, with fluids (10–15%) moved in from AP Physics 2. These mocks cover Section I across all eight units and state g = 10 m/s² where needed. These mocks cover the full multiple-choice section (Section I); free-response questions are not included.
Duration: 80 minutes (Section I).
How to prepare for AP Physics 1
A proven, focused AP Physics 1 preparation method — from building strong fundamentals to peaking with full-length mocks.
- 1
Draw free-body diagrams
Most force questions become simple once every force is drawn.
- 2
Choose energy or momentum
Recognise which conservation law applies before calculating.
- 3
Learn the new fluids unit
Pressure, buoyancy and continuity are 10–15% of the exam.
AP Physics 1 scores explained
AP exams are scored 1–5. The multiple-choice section is 50% of the score; the free-response section is the other 50%.
AP Physics 1 marks vs. rank
| Score range | Score | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Extremely well qualified | Often earns credit at selective universities |
| 4 | Very well qualified | Commonly earns credit |
| 3 | Qualified | Earns credit at many universities |
Scores at a glance
Section I50%
Indicative marks: Multiple choice
Section II50%
Indicative marks: Free response
Format follows College Board's revised AP Physics 1 course (2024-25 onwards). Confirm on apcentral.collegeboard.org.
How AP scores are used
Many universities award credit or advanced placement for scores of 3, 4 or 5; policies vary by university.
| Use | Where | Notes | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| College credit / placement | USA, Canada and many other countries | Score of 3–5 | University-specific |
| Admissions | Global | Evidence of advanced coursework | — |
A representative set of institutes that admit through AP Physics 1. Many more universitys participate in the counselling process.
AP Physics 1 important dates
The typical AP Physics 1 timeline, from notification to counselling. Dates are tentative until the official notification is released.
Registration
Usually by mid-November through your school or an authorised centre
Exams
First two weeks of May
Scores
Early July
AP Physics 1 — frequently asked questions
Quick, reliable answers to the questions AP Physics 1 aspirants ask most.
How many multiple-choice questions are on AP Physics 1?
40, in 80 minutes, since the 2024-25 redesign.
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