AP Precalculus centers on functions modeling dynamic phenomena. Research indicates that deep understanding of functions and their graphs as embodying dynamic covariation of quantities best supports student preparation for calculus.
AP Exam Overview
Can be used to inform formative & summative assessment construction.
Preparing for the AP Exam in Unit 3
Trigonometric & Polar Functions
As sinusoidal function content pairs well with each of the mathematical practices and skills in the course, students should practice applying each skill to each trigonometric function objective. On the AP Exam, students will need to describe characteristics of sinusoidal functions, such as amplitude, vertical shift, period, and phase shift, give reasons for why chosen values are consistent with information provided, calculate sinusoidal regressions using a graphing calculator, and apply trigonometric function models to contexts. Students should be practicing these skills in daily activities, so they are able to use them fluently on the AP Exam.
See AP Classroom for more information.
Applicable Pre-assessments
If given prior, then you only need to view a portion of the results.
The test needs vetting to see which problems inform Unit 3. Please submit ideas to the design team by emailing dmattoon@hemetusd.org.
The test needs vetting to see which problems inform Unit 3. Please submit ideas to the design team by emailing dmattoon@hemetusd.org.
Formative and/or Summative Assessments,
Reengagement & Reassessment
Progress Check Unit 3 Part 1: Topics 3.1-3.7
21 Multiple Choice Questions & 2 Free Response Questions
Reengagement One Pager See document.
Reengagement Template (One Slide). See slides.
Need to Do a Class Review for your Next Big Summative Assessment? Instead of wasting time and boring students with a comprehensive review, provide those notes and try something different instead. Rather than reviewing first and then doing a practice test, consider giving the practice test first and then reengaging around the results for a more targeted and engaging review.
Progress Check Unit 3 Part 2: Topics 3.8-3.15
24 Multiple Choice Questions & 2 Free Response Questions
Reengagement One Pager See document.
Reengagement Template (One Slide). See slides.
Need to Do a Class Review for your Next Big Summative Assessment? Instead of wasting time and boring students with a comprehensive review, provide those notes and try something different instead. Rather than reviewing first and then doing a practice test, consider giving the practice test first and then reengaging around the results for a more targeted and engaging review.
Reengagement One Pager See document.
Reengagement Template (One Slide). See slides.
Need to Do a Class Review for your Next Big Summative Assessment? Instead of wasting time and boring students with a comprehensive review, provide those notes and try something different instead. Rather than reviewing first and then doing a practice test, consider giving the practice test first and then reengaging around the results for a more targeted and engaging review.
Guidelines for Creating your Own Assesment
Click the link above to learn more about the Multiple Choice portion of the AP Exam.
Click the link above to learn more about the Free Response portion of the AP Exam.
Click the link above to learn how Math Practice Skills are weighted on the Free Response portion of the AP Exam.
Click the link above to learn what task verbs are used on the Free Response portion of the AP Exam.
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