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AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism is an advanced high-school course administered by the College Board, equivalent to a calculus-based introductory university electromagnetism course. It treats electrostatics, Gauss's law, circuits, magnetic fields and electromagnetic induction using derivatives and integrals.
The exam has multiple-choice and free-response sections. It is usually taken alongside or after Physics C: Mechanics and offers the most advanced AP physics content for students heading into engineering and physics. A strong AP score can earn credit for a calculus-based electromagnetism course at many universities.
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The AP Physics C: E&M exam has two sections and takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes:
35 questions · 45 minutes · 50% of the exam score
3 questions (FRQ) · 45 minutes · 50% of the exam score
Derivatives and integrals · calculator and equation sheet allowed throughout
Electrostatics, Gauss's law, circuits, magnetism and electromagnetic induction
The AP Physics C: E&M exam is graded on a 1–5 scale, and a score of 3 or above is generally considered passing. The multiple-choice and free-response sections carry equal weight in the raw score. Many universities grant credit for a 3, while selective engineering and physics programs ask for a 4 or 5. Because the content is the most advanced in AP physics, setting up tools such as Gauss's law correctly is decisive for a high score.
AP Physics C: E&M suits high-school students with a firm grasp of calculus, usually some Physics C: Mechanics experience, who are heading into engineering and physics. AP exams are held every year in May, so preparation usually spans the school year. Because the content is abstract and mathematical, practising how to set up integrals and regular FRQ work make a real difference in the final months.
Electrostatics and Gauss's law
Electric potential and capacitance
Electric circuits
Magnetic fields and forces
Electromagnetic induction
Calculus-based problem solving and FRQ strategies
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