AP Physics 1 Practice Tests

Try our free AP Physics 1 practice tests. We have 7 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

AP Physics 1 Exam

The AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based course is divided into 7 units, each with a different weighting on the final exam:

  • Kinematics: 12–18% of the exam
  • Dynamics: 16–20% of the exam
  • Circular Motion and Gravitation: 6–8% of the exam
  • Energy: 20–28% of the exam
  • Momentum: 12–18% of the exam
  • Simple Harmonic Motion: 4–6% of the exam
  • Torque and Rotational Motion: 12–18% 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 50 questions, takes 90 minutes, and is worth half of your final score.

The free response section contains 5 questions, takes 90 minutes, and is worth half of your final score. The predetermined free response questions are as follows:

  • One question on experimental design
  • One question on qualitative/quantitative translation
  • One paragraph argument short answer question
  • Two final short answer questions

AP Physics 1 is a challenging course that ends with a challenging exam. It is important to thoroughly prepare for test day through studying and practice tests. Our free AP Physics 1 practice questions cover each of the units and offer detailed explanations to ensure you know why each of your answers is correct or incorrect.