The AP Biology exam evaluates students’ comprehension of a wide array of biological concepts and their proficiency in applying scientific principles and skills. It comprises two primary sections: a multiple-choice segment and a free-response portion.

Section à choix multiples :

• Durée: 1 heure et 30 minutes
• Nombre de questions : environ 69 questions
• Poids : 50 % de la note totale de l'examen

In this section, students encounter a series of questions covering a diverse range of biology topics. It assesses their knowledge of biological facts, concepts, and their capacity to analyze and interpret data, graphs, and experimental setups. Questions may include stand-alone queries and those grouped into sets based on common passages or data.

Section de réponse libre :

• Durée: 1 heure et 30 minutes
• Number of Questions: 8 questions (2 long free-response questions and 6 short free-response questions)
• Poids : 50 % de la note totale de l'examen

The free-response section challenges students to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills to specific scenarios and questions. It comprises a mix of long and short free-response questions. Long questions often necessitate more detailed responses, involving experimental design, data analysis, and written explanations, while short questions are more focused and can span various biology topics.

Both sections align with the AP Biology course content, encompassing cellular processes, genetics, evolution, ecosystems, and more. Moreover, students must exhibit critical thinking, the ability to analyze biological data, and effective scientific communication in writing.

The AP Biology exam employs a scoring scale from 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest score attainable. Typically, a score of 3 or higher is considered passing and may lead to college credit at numerous institutions. Nevertheless, specific credit policies differ among colleges, necessitating students to verify their chosen institutions’ AP credit policies.