AP Psychology Exam 2020 Overview

The video tutorial provides an overview of the 2020 AP Psychology exam, highlighting changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It explains the exam format, which is now entirely free-response questions (FRQs) taken online from home. The content covers units 1-7, with an open-book, open-note policy. Strategies for organizing notes and managing time effectively are discussed. The tutorial also offers detailed guidance on answering the two main types of questions: concept application and research methods. Technical tips for minimizing issues during the online exam submission process are provided.

What is the format of the AP Psychology 2020 exam?

• Multiple choice only

• Free-response questions only

• Combination of multiple choice and free-response

• Oral examination

Which units are excluded from the AP Psychology 2020 exam?

• Units 5 and 6

• Units 8 and 9

• Units 3 and 4

• Units 1 and 2

What is a key strategy for managing time during the open-book, open-note exam?

• Organize notes and use them efficiently

• Rely solely on memory

• Spend time searching for answers online

• Skip difficult questions

Why is it important to keep responses in the order they are asked?

• To make the exam longer

• To avoid losing points

• To save paper

• To confuse the grader

What should you focus on when responding to the research methods question?

• Memorizing definitions

• Drawing graphs

• Analyzing the study design

• Writing a long essay

What should you pay attention to when reading about a study or experiment?

• The length of the study

• The color of the charts used

• The number of participants

• Any errors or incorrect methods used

In the study discussed, what were the two conditions participants were assigned to?

• Watching a documentary on heredity and one on personal behavior

• Participating in a workshop on nutrition and one on lifestyle

• Reading a book on diet and one on exercise

• Attending a seminar on health and one on fitness

What does statistical significance indicate in a study?

• The study's popularity

• The likelihood that results are due to chance

• The number of participants involved

• The duration of the study

What is a recommended step to minimize tech issues before an exam?

• Change your computer's hardware

• Update your browser and clear cookies

• Use multiple devices simultaneously

• Install new software

Why is it important to submit your exam responses when the timer reads five minutes?

• To impress the examiners

• To get extra points

• To ensure you have time to review your answers

• To avoid receiving a zero for the question