Just how hard is BC Calc?

bmwdan13
Sat, 05 May 2007 13:02:26 +0000

I have been getting an A in BC calc all year, and believe me, my AP class is no walk in the park. But now that it’s AP time, I’m struggling with some of the practice tests given in class. I have heard that the practice tests are harder than the actual exam, but what I want to know is the following:

1.) Should an above average AP Calc student be able to score a 5?

2.) What percentage of last year’s BC students got a 5 on the exam?

3.) Approximately what score is required for a 5 on the AP Calc BC exam?

4.) What part of the exam do people usually struggle with the most?

5.) How much do other people study for the exam?

It seems like no matter how much I study, there are concepts that I cannot possibly cram in my head in time for the exam. I have been making small errors on practice tests, and I’m really worried about my score…