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AP Physics 1 (Algebra-Based, 2021–2025)
| Year | Question Focus | Key Topics | Notes / High-Yield Areas |
| 2021 | Mechanics & Kinematics | Motion in 1D/2D, Newton’s laws, Vectors, Projectile motion | Strong focus on motion analysis and graphs |
| 2022 | Dynamics & Forces | Newton’s laws, Friction, Circular motion, Inclined planes | Frequently tested for diagram interpretation |
| 2023 | Work, Energy & Power | Work-energy theorem, Kinetic & potential energy | Conceptual and computational reasoning |
| 2024 | Momentum & Collisions | Linear momentum, Impulse, Elastic/inelastic collisions | Emphasis on both calculation and explanation |
| 2025 | Rotational Motion & Oscillations | Torque, Rotational inertia, Angular acceleration, Pendulums | Focus on rotational dynamics and SHM |
AP Physics 2 (Algebra-Based, 2021–2025)
| Year | Question Focus | Key Topics | Notes / High-Yield Areas |
| 2021 | Electricity & Circuits | Ohm’s law, Series/parallel circuits, RC circuits | Core topic; calculations dominate |
| 2022 | Fluids & Thermodynamics | Density, Pressure, Buoyancy, Ideal gas law, Heat transfer | Often integrated with energy problems |
| 2023 | Magnetism & Electromagnetism | Magnetic fields, Force on charges, Faraday’s law | Conceptual reasoning tested |
| 2024 | Optics & Waves | Reflection, Refraction, Interference, Diffraction | Ray diagrams and wave behavior |
| 2025 | Modern Physics & Thermal Physics | Radioactivity, Photoelectric effect, Heat engines | Mix of thermodynamics and modern physics |
Physics C: Mechanics (2021–2025)
| Year | Question Focus | Key Topics | Notes / High-Yield Areas |
| 2021 | Kinematics & Motion | 1D/2D motion, Projectile motion | Motion-based scenarios dominate FRQs |
| 2022 | Forces & Newton’s Laws | Friction, Tension, Circular motion | Multiple questions on forces |
| 2023 | Work, Energy & Power | Work-energy theorem, Conservation of energy | Computation and conceptual understanding |
| 2024 | Momentum & Collisions | Linear momentum, Impulse, Elastic/inelastic collisions | Conceptual and numerical problems |
| 2025 | Rotational Motion & Oscillations | Torque, Angular acceleration, Pendulums | Rotational dynamics and SHM heavily emphasized |
Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism (2021–2025)
| Year | Question Focus | Key Topics | Notes / High-Yield Areas |
| 2021 | Electrostatics | Electric charge, Coulomb’s law, Electric field | Core topic; vector analysis required |
| 2022 | DC Circuits | Ohm’s law, Series & parallel, Kirchhoff’s laws | Consistently tested |
| 2023 | Magnetism & Magnetic Forces | Force on charges, Biot-Savart, Ampère’s law | Conceptual and computational |
| 2024 | Electromagnetic Induction | Faraday’s law, Lenz’s law, Induced EMF | Graph interpretation common |
| 2025 | Capacitance & Advanced Circuits | Capacitors, Energy storage, RC circuits | Applied energy and circuit problems |
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