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The AP Physics C Examination consists of two separate components: Physics C: Mechanics and Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism. Students are required to take both exams in the same testing slot, which is structured to provide a combined time allocation similar to that of other AP exams, such as AP Calculus BC. It is essential for students to prepare for both sections as they are distinct yet equally weighted in terms of assessment.

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For those of you who have taken the AP Physics C Examination already, is it possible to go through the Physics C: Mechanics and Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism exams straight through all at once, or are they 2 separate exams?
 
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You're supposed to take them in the same testing slot. Both of the tests are equal the same amount of time combined as say, AP Calc BC and other AP tests.
 

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