The AP Physics C: Mechanics course framework outlines distinct skills, called science practices, that students should practice throughout the year—skills that will help them learn to think and act like physicists.PracticeSkillExam Weighting (Multiple-Choice Section)Exam Weighting (Free-Response Section)1. Creating Representations1.A. Create diagrams, tables, charts, or schematics to represent physical situations. N/A20%–35%1.B. Create quantitative graphs with appropriate scales and units, including plotting data.N/A1.C. Create qualitative sketches of graphs that represent features of a model or the behavior of a physical system.N/A2. Mathematical Routines2.A. Derive a symbolic expression from known quantities by selecting and following a logical mathematical pathway.25%–30%40%–45%2.B. Calculate or estimate an unknown quantity with units from known quantities, by selecting and following a logical computational pathway.20%–25%2.C. Compare physical quantities between two or more scenarios or at different times and locations in a single scenario.10%–15%2.D. Predict new values or factors of change of physical quantities using functional dependence between variables.10%–15%3. Scientific Questioning and Argumentation3.A. Create experimental procedures that are appropriate for a given scientific question.N/A30%–35%3.B. Apply an appropriate law, definition, theoretical relationship, or model to make a claim.15%–25%3.C. Justify or support a claim using evidence from experimental data, physical representations, or physical principles or laws. 5%–10%, Explore essential teacher resources for AP Physics C: Mechanics, including course materials, exam details, and course audit information., Instructions are posted at the bottom of this course page under "Implementation Resources". This course is being updated to match the new CED. Many updated items are already posted, but please reach out if you have questions about a specific document..