Uncovering AP Calculus: Course Content, Exam Structure, and Preparation Strategies


Course Overview


Detailed Content

Unit 1: Limits and Continuity
Unit 2: Differentiation – Definition and Basic Derivative Rules
Unit 3: Composite, Implicit, and Inverse Functions
Unit 4: Contextual Applications of Differentiation
Unit 5: Analytical Applications of Differentiation
Unit 6: Integration and Accumulation of Change
Unit 7: Differential Equations
Unit 8: Applications of Integration
Unit 9: Parametric Equations, Polar Coordinates, and Vector-Valued Functions (BC Only)
Unit 10: Infinite Sequences and Series (BC Only)

Exam Format


How to Prepare for AP Calculus AB / BC

Understand the Exam Scope and Structure
Choose Suitable Study Resources
Practice Regularly
Set a Study Schedule
Take Mock Tests
Join Private Tutoring or Prep Courses

Tips for Exam Day


2025 AP Exam Dates

Week 1

DateMorning (8 a.m. Local Time)Afternoon (12 p.m. Local Time)
Monday, May 5, 2025Biology
Latin
European History
Microeconomics
Tuesday, May 6, 2025Chemistry
Human Geography
United States Government and Politics
Wednesday, May 7, 2025English Literature and CompositionComparative Government and Politics
Computer Science A
Thursday, May 8, 2025African American Studies
Statistics
Japanese Language and Culture
World History: Modern
Friday, May 9, 2025Italian Language and Culture
United States History
Chinese Language and Culture
Macroeconomics

Note: Art and Design submissions are due by 8 p.m. ET on Friday, May 9, 2025.

Week 2

DateMorning (8 a.m. Local Time)Afternoon (12 p.m. Local Time)
Monday, May 12, 2025Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Music Theory
Seminar
Tuesday, May 13, 2025French Language and Culture
Precalculus
Environmental Science
Physics 2: Algebra-Based
Wednesday, May 14, 2025English Language and Composition
German Language and Culture
Physics C: Mechanics
Thursday, May 15, 2025Art History
Spanish Language and Culture
Computer Science Principles
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Friday, May 16, 2025Physics 1: Algebra-Based
Spanish Literature and Culture
Psychology

Sample Questions

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