Verbs on the AP Calculus Exam
Sarah Stecher
Do your students know what is meant when they see words like “justify” or “interpret” on the AP Exam? The AP Calculus Exam challenges students to not just understand the concepts, but to be able to communicate understanding of the concepts. Showing work succinctly, giving proper justifications, and explaining the meaning of a result are all skills students need to master.
We’ve put together a video that outlines all the task verbs students might find on the AP Calculus Exam, and what is required in a response to earn full points.
This video is part of the official Math Medic AP Calculus Review Course. To receive access to more videos, practice problems, and full length practice exams, get a quote.
Download the handout for students to complete while watching the video.
About the Author
Sarah Stecher
Sarah is our “content creator” in every sense of the term. In addition to designing lessons, Sarah writes blog posts, develops resources, and leads Math Medic workshops for schools and districts. She’s also our go-to for AP Calc and Precalc questions from teachers, since that’s what she was teaching before she joined the team. Along with Lindsey and Luke, Sarah was a high school teacher who taught 150+ students every year at East Kentwood High School.