AP Physics C: Mechanics score calculator.
Enter how many multiple-choice questions you got right and your four free-response scores. We turn that into a predicted 1 to 5 using estimated cut scores, and show the composite points behind it.
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Tuned for AP Physics C: Mechanics.
The Mechanics exam splits evenly between 42 multiple-choice questions and four free-response questions. This AP Physics C score calculator mirrors that 50/50 weighting and leans on estimated cut scores modeled from recent exams.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers — written by humans, not a chatbot.
Does this match the current Physics C exam?
Yes. The Mechanics exam has 42 multiple-choice questions and four free-response questions, weighted equally, and that is what this calculator models. The College Board sets the official cut scores after each administration.
Why does Physics C seem to have a forgiving curve?
A smaller, well-prepared group sits the exam, and the questions are hard, so the raw percentage needed for each score often runs lower than students expect. Treat the result as a planning tool, not a promise.
Should I count partial credit on the free response?
Yes. Each problem is graded point by point against the rubric, so add up the points you would realistically earn instead of scoring a problem all or nothing.