One of the best ways you can earn college credits is by taking the CLEP exam. Also known as the College-Level Examination Program exam, this test is given by the College Board, the same people who administer the SAT tests. The thinking behind the test is that it gives people a chance to capitalize on the knowledge they already have on a particular subject. There are 33 different subjects where this can be done. Here we will look at these exams.
First, both the AP Calculus AB and BC tests are divided roughly in to two part. The first part is multiple choice, and the second is a free response section. You can use a graphing calculator on about half of the multiple choice questions and about half of the free response questions. Although you are not required to use a calculator, it's pretty much expected that you will. You should plan on it.
If you are just beginning your college career and wish to skip some of the mandatory introductory classes, you may attempt to "CLEP out" and move straight to classes that are more advanced. In fact, credit for CLEP test takers is granted at more than 2900 universities and colleges. Before jumping in, check with your specific school to see if they are one who offers credit and what score you will need to pass.
In the multiple choice section, you loose points for incorrect answers. This means that wild guessing is not an option. However, if you can eliminate answers that you know are incorrect, you should still guess. Even eliminating a single answer choice is enough, and if you can manage to eliminate two or three incorrect answers you'll get a benefit from guessing.
The free response portion of the test is tougher, in part because you can't guess. Practicing the types of questions asked on the AP Calculus free response section is the best way to study. When you practice, make sure you write down your answers in lots of detail. Even if you don't get the answer right, you'll get points for the parts of your answer that are correct. On the other hand, a correct answer without supporting work may get no credit at all.
Finally, to do your best on the exam remember to get plenty of sleep and have a healthy breakfast on the day of the exam. Good luck!
First, both the AP Calculus AB and BC tests are divided roughly in to two part. The first part is multiple choice, and the second is a free response section. You can use a graphing calculator on about half of the multiple choice questions and about half of the free response questions. Although you are not required to use a calculator, it's pretty much expected that you will. You should plan on it.
If you are just beginning your college career and wish to skip some of the mandatory introductory classes, you may attempt to "CLEP out" and move straight to classes that are more advanced. In fact, credit for CLEP test takers is granted at more than 2900 universities and colleges. Before jumping in, check with your specific school to see if they are one who offers credit and what score you will need to pass.
In the multiple choice section, you loose points for incorrect answers. This means that wild guessing is not an option. However, if you can eliminate answers that you know are incorrect, you should still guess. Even eliminating a single answer choice is enough, and if you can manage to eliminate two or three incorrect answers you'll get a benefit from guessing.
The free response portion of the test is tougher, in part because you can't guess. Practicing the types of questions asked on the AP Calculus free response section is the best way to study. When you practice, make sure you write down your answers in lots of detail. Even if you don't get the answer right, you'll get points for the parts of your answer that are correct. On the other hand, a correct answer without supporting work may get no credit at all.
Finally, to do your best on the exam remember to get plenty of sleep and have a healthy breakfast on the day of the exam. Good luck!