AP Comparative Government and Politics
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Exam Overview
The AP Comparative Government and Politics Exam will test your understanding of the political concepts covered in the course units, including your ability to compare political institutions and processes in different countries.
Wed, May 3, 2023,
12 PM Local
This is the regularly scheduled date for the AP Comparative Government and Politics Exam.
55 questions 1hr 50% of Score
The multiple-choice section includes individual, single questions as well as sets of questions. Questions focus on the core countries of the course: China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom. You’ll be asked to:
4 questions 1hr 30mins 50% of Score
In the free-response section, you’ll respond to four questions with written answers. The section includes:
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AP Comparative Government and Politics Course and Exam Description
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