AP Physics 2

The AP Physics 2 exam in 2027

3 hours: 42 multiple-choice questions in 85 minutes, then 4 free-response questions in 95.

Section I42 multiple-choice questions, 85 minutes, 50% of the score
Section II4 free-response questions, 95 minutes, 50% of the score
CalculatorFour-function, scientific or graphing, on both sections
DateThursday, May 6, 2027, Session 1

Unit weights in Section I

  • 9 Thermodynamics: 15–18%
  • 10 Electric Force, Field, and Potential: 15–18%
  • 11 Electric Circuits: 15–18%
  • 12 Magnetism and Electromagnetism: 12–15%
  • 13 Geometric Optics: 12–15%
  • 14 Waves, Sound, and Physical Optics: 12–15%
  • 15 Modern Physics: 12–15%

Try 2 questions

Question 1
Table of two tanks of equal volume V. Tank A: 2n moles at absolute temperature T. Tank B: n moles at absolute temperature 2T.
TankVolumeMolesAbsolute temperature
AV2nT
BVn2T
Two rigid tanks of equal volume hold ideal gases as described in the table. How does the pressure in tank A compare with the pressure in tank B?
Question 2
A long, straight wire carries a current of 15 A. What is the magnitude of the magnetic field at point P, 3.0 cm from the wire?

FAQ

When is the AP Physics 2 exam in 2027?

Thursday, May 6, 2027, Session 1.

Why do the AP Physics 2 units start at 9?

The framework numbers them after Physics 1's eight units: Unit 9 is Thermodynamics.