AP Exam Preparation Guidelines

This video provides a comprehensive guide to the AP 2020 exams, covering essential steps, timing, and submission methods. It explains how to prepare for the exam, manage time effectively, and submit responses using various devices and methods. The video also highlights the importance of partial credit and offers specific instructions for exams with one or two questions. Additionally, it addresses special courses like World Languages and Music Theory, directing viewers to further resources for detailed information.

What will you receive two days before the AP 2020 exam?

• A study guide

• A list of exam questions

• An AP ID and e-ticket

• A practice test

How early should you check in before your AP exam starts?

• 40 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 20 minutes

• 10 minutes

What happens when the exam timer reaches zero?

• The exam ends immediately

• You get extra time

• The exam automatically starts

• You can review your answers

How much time is allocated for a single-question exam?

• 50 minutes

• 40 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 60 minutes

Which devices can be used to take the AP exam?

• Only a tablet

• Any device like desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone

• Only a phone

• Only a desktop

What should you do if you are handwriting your responses?

• Use a red pen

• Use a number two pencil or a pen with blue or black ink

• Use colored paper

• Use a marker

What is the first step in submitting a typed response?

• Click 'Attach Response' and select 'Attach Text File'

• Save your response on a USB drive

• Email your response

• Print your response

What should you ensure when attaching a photo of your handwritten response?

• It is taken with a flash

• It is in black and white

• It is in a well-lit space and vertical

• It is horizontal

What happens if you finish the first question early in a two-question exam?

• The second question starts immediately

• You can take a break

• You can review your first answer

• A timer starts for the second question

Which AP courses might have exams that work differently?

• World Languages and Music Theory

• Mathematics and Science

• Art and Design

• History and Geography