<p>I know the Physics C M test has a lot of the same material as the B test, but how much of the Physics C E and M test is the same as that covered in B? Also, what is the best way to prepare?</p>
<p>You can look through pages 17-19 of this PDF from college Board’s AP Profile for Physics C to get an exact breakdown. </p>
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<p>the C exam is able to devote the entire exam to EM, since it’s separate from the mechanics now. Physics B on the other hand only devotes 25% of all the topics on its exam, so it’s going to be spread thinner compared to the other test. </p>
<p>Almost every B topic comes up in C, but keep in mind that the topics will be viewed at in new ways since you have a deeper test, and because you have to make use of Calculus concepts at certain points, not to mention the fact that there will be a few topics exclusive to Physics C. A high difficulty question on the B exam would probably be considered an average C Question. </p>
<p>I suggest preparing by getting a simple book for explanation and foundation, then building your way up with more difficult concepts and work. I got a cheap copy of Princeton’s Review for about 3 dollars online, then went on different videos, like the popular Viren’s Videos, which can be very helpful for you. After that, you can do various practice problems to build your way up to the test. </p>
<p>In all honesty, everyone has their best way of doing things. The basic idea is that you learn how to handle Physics Mathematically as well as conceptually. </p>
<p>Best of luck. I’m in both Physics C Mechanics and EM this year, so that’s my experience with the class.</p>