AP Physics 1 Practice
Try our free AP Physics 1 practice tests. We have 8 tests which cover each of the units in this course. AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based physics course that is equivalent to an introductory college-level physics class. Choose an online test from the list below to start your AP Physics exam review right now!
Free AP Physics 1 Practice Tests
Unit 1:
Kinematics
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Unit 2:
Force
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Unit 3:
Work, Energy…
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Unit 4:
Linear Momentum
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Unit 5:
Torque
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Unit 6:
Energy and…
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Unit 7:
Oscillations
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Unit 8:
Fluids
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AP Physics 1 Overview
Multiple choice
- 50 questions in 90 minutes; worth 50% of your score.
- Covers motion, forces, energy, waves, and simple circuits.
- Focus on applying physics concepts to real-world situations.
- Many questions use diagrams, graphs, or data tables.
Free response
- Five questions in 90 minutes; worth 50% of your score.
- Includes experimental design, short answers, and one paragraph response.
- Often requires explaining reasoning with clear physics ideas.
- Show work, use diagrams, and support answers with evidence.
AP Physics 1 Exam
The AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based course is divided into 8 units, each with a different weighting on the final exam:
- Kinematics: 10–15% of the exam
- Force and Translational Dynamics: 18–23% of the exam
- Work, Energy, and Power: 18–23% of the exam
- Linear Momentum: 10–15% of the exam
- Torque and Rotational Dynamics: 10–15% of the exam
- Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems: 5–8% of the exam
- Oscillations: 5–8% of the exam
- Fluids: 10–15% of the exam
The exam tests your knowledge of the above content with both multiple choice and free response questions.
The multiple choice section contains 40 questions, takes 80 minutes, and is worth half of your final score.
The free response section contains 4 questions, takes 100 minutes, and is worth half of your final score. The FRQs consist of:
- Question 1: Mathematical Routines
- Question 2: Translation Between Representations
- Question 3: Experimental Design and Analysis
- Question 4: Qualitative/Quantitative Translation
AP Physics 1 is a challenging course that culminates in a rigorous exam, requiring a strong commitment to studying. To help you succeed, we offer free practice questions covering every unit, complete with detailed explanations for each answer. These explanations not only show you whether your answer is correct but also help you understand the reasoning behind it. Start your AP Physics test prep here and build the confidence you need to excel!