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About the Exam
The AP Macroeconomics Exam will test your understanding of the economic concepts covered in the course, as well as your ability to define economic principles and models; explain given economic outcomes; determine outcomes of specific economic situations; and model economic situations using graphs or visual representations.
Starting with the 2023 exam, a four-function calculator is permitted for use on both sections of the exam.
2hrs 10mins
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Exam Components
Starting with the 2023 exam, a four-function calculator is permitted for use on both sections of the exam.
Section I: Multiple Choice
60 Questions 1hr 10mins 66% of Score
Questions require the use of economics content knowledge and reasoning across the range of course topics and skills. You’ll be asked to:
- Define economic principles and models
- Explain given economic outcomes
- Determine the outcomes of specific economic situations
Section II: Free Response
3 Questions 1hr 33% of Score
The 60-minute time limit for this section includes a 10-minute reading period.
- 1 long free-response question (50% of section score)
- 2 short free-response questions (each worth 25% of section score)
You’ll be asked to:
- Make assertions about economic concepts, principles, models, outcomes, and/or effects
- Explain economic concepts, principles, models, outcomes, and/or effects
- Perform numerical analysis and calculations
- Create graphs or visual representations
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