Unit O: AP Calculus Prerequisites
Summer Packet
Unit 1: Limits & Continuity (AB & BC)
Topic 1.1 Can Change Occur at an Instant?
Video 1: Topic 1.1 Can Change Occur at an Instant?
Topic 1.2 Defining Limits and Using Limit Notation
Topic 1.4 Estimating Limit Values from Tables
Video 2: Topic 1.2 & 1.4 Defining Limits + Estimating from Tables
Topic 1.3 Estimating Limit Values from Graphs
Video 3: Topic 1.3 Estimating Limit Values from Graphs
Topic 1.5 Determining Limits Using Algebraic Properties
Video 4: Topic 1.5(A) Mastering Limits with Algebra & Composite Functions
Video 5: Topic 1.5(B) Non-Traditional Composite/Operation Limits
Video 6: Topic 1.5(C) Advanced Limits of Composite Functions
Topic 1.6 Determining Limits Using Algebraic Manipulation
Topic 1.7 Selecting Procedures for Determining Limits
Video 7: Topic 1.6 & 1.7 Mastering Limit Techniques: Algebraic Manipulation & Strategic Selection
Topic 1.8 Determining Limits Using the Squeeze Theorem
Video 8: Topic 1.8(A) Proof of lim (sin x)/x = 1 — Geometry, Squeeze Theorem, and Beyond!
Video 9: Topic 1.8(B) Proof of the Limit of (1 - cos x)/x = 0
Video 10: Topic 1.8(C) Proof of lim (tan x)/x = 1
Video 11: Topic 1.8(D) Crushing Limits with the Squeeze Theorem
Topic 1.9 Connecting Multiple Representations of Limits
Video 12: Topic 1.9 Visualize It All: Mastering Limits with Multiple Representations
Topic 1.10 Exploring Types of Discontinuities
Topic 1.11 Defining Continuity at a Point
Topic 1.12 Confirming Continuity Over an Interval
Topic 1.13 Removing Discontinuities
Video 13: Topic 1.10-1.13 A Deep Dive into Discontinuities & Continuity of Functions
Topic 1.14 Infinite Limits and Vertical Asymptotes
Video 14: Topic 1.14 Crash Course: Infinite Limits & Vertical Asymptotes
Topic 1.15 Limits at Infinity and Horizontal Asymptotes
Video 15: Topic 1.15 Endless Insights: Limits at Infinity & Horizontal Asymptotes
Topic 1.16 Intermediate Value Theorem (IVT)
Video 16: Topic 1.16 Intermediate Value Theorem Demystified
Video 17: Unit 1 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Limits, Continuity, and Intermediate Value Theorem (IVT)
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Unit 2: Differentiation: Definition & Fundamental Properties (AB & BC)
Topic 2.1 Defining Average and Instantaneous Rate of Change at a Point
Video 18: Topic 2.1 From Average to Instant: Mastering Instantaneous Rate of Change
Topic 2.2 Defining the Derivative of a Function and Using Derivative Notation
Topic 2.3 Estimating Derivatives of a Function at a Point
Topic 2.4 Connecting Differentiability and Continuity
Video 19: Topic 2.2-2.4 Sharp Corners, Gaps & Tangents: When Derivatives Don’t Exist!
If you’re having a hard time memorizing the different derivative formulas, try this fun song.
Topic 2.5 Applying the Power Rule
Topic 2.6 Derivative Rules: Constant, Sum, Difference, and Constant Multiple
Video 20: Topic 2.5-2.6 Derivatives in Seconds: The Power Rule and Beyond
Topic 2.7 Derivatives of cos(x), sin(x), e^x, and ln(x)
Video 21: Topic 2.7(A) Proof of d/dx[sin(x)] = cos(x) and d/dx[cos(x)] = -sin(x)
Video 22: Topic 2.7(B) Derivatives of sin, cos, eˣ, and ln(x) – No Memorizing, Just Mastery
Topic 2.8 The Product Rule
Video 23: Topic 2.8(A) Proof of the Product Rule (fg)' = f·g' + f'·g
Video 24: Topic 2.8(B) Don’t FOIL It! Use the Product Rule Like a Calculus Pro
Topic 2.9 The Quotient Rule
Video 25: Topic 2.9(A) Proof of the Quotient Rule Why (f/g)’ Isn’t Just f’/g’
Video 26: Topic 2.9(B) Derivatives of Rational Functions? Use the Quotient Rule!
Topic 2.10 Derivatives of tan(x), cot(x), sec(x), and csc(x)
Video 27: Topic 2.10(A) Proving the Big Four: tan, cot, sec, and csc Derivatives Made Easy
Video 28: Topic 2.10(B) Mastering Trig Derivatives: tan(x), cot(x), sec(x), and csc(x) with examples
Video 29: Unit 2 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Differentiation Definition & Fundamental Properties
Unit 3: Differentiation: Composite, Implicit, & Inverse Functions (AB & BC)
Topic 3.1 The Chain Rule
Video 30: Topic 3.1 Chain Rule Hacks to Boost Your AP Calculus Scores
Topic 3.2 Implicit Differentiation
Video 31: Topic 3.2 Implicit Differentiation Demystified – Must-Know for the AP Exam
Topic 3.3 Differentiating Inverse Functions
Video 32: Topic 3.3 Differentiating Inverse Functions with Confidence!
Topic 3.4 Differentiating Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Video 33: Topic 3.4 Arc-attack! Mastering Derivatives of Inverse Trig Functions
Topic 3.5 Selecting Procedures for Calculating Derivatives
Video 34: Topic 3.5 Selecting Procedures for Calculating Derivatives
Topic 3.6 Calculating Higher-Order Derivatives
Video 35: Topic 3.6 Beyond the First Derivative: Mastering Higher-Order Derivatives!
Video 36: Unit 3 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Differentiation of Composite, Implicit, & Inverse Function
Unit 4: Contextual Applications of Differentiation (AB & BC)
Topic 4.1 Interpreting the Meaning of the Derivative in Context
Video 37: Topic 4.1 Interpreting Derivatives in Context with AP Style Examples!
Topic 4.2 Straight-Line Motion: Connecting Position, Velocity, and Acceleration
Video 38: Topic 4.2 Position, Velocity & Acceleration—The Ultimate Motion Breakdown with AP-Style Examples!
Topic 4.3 Rates of Change in Applied Contexts Other Than Motion
Video 39: Topic 4.3 Rates of Change in Applied Contexts Other Than Motion
Topic 4.4 Introduction to Related Rates
Topic 4.5 Solving Related Rates Problems
Video 40: Topic 4.4-4.5(A) The #1 Related Rates Video You Need for the AP Calc Exam! (Part 1)
Video 41: Topic 4.4-4.5(B) Master Related Rates with These Real AP Calc Problems! (Part 2)
Topic 4.6 Approximating Values of a Function Using Local Linearity and Linearization
Video 42: Topic 4.6 Linear Approximations | Master Linearization & Local Linearity
Topic 4.7 Using L'Hopital's Rule for Determining Limits of Indeterminate Forms
Video 43: Topic 4.7 Using L'Hopital's Rule for Determining Limits of Indeterminate Forms
Video 44: Unit 4 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Contextual Applications of Differentiation
Unit 5: Analytical Applications of Differentiation (AB & BC)
Topic 5.1 Using the Mean Value Theorem (MVT)
Video 45: Topic 5.1 Mastering the Mean Value Theorem (MVT) & the Rolle's Theorem
Topic 5.2 Extreme Value Theorem (EVT), Global Versus Local Extrema, and Critical Points
Video 46: Topic 5.2 Extreme Value Theorem (EVT), Global vs. Local Extrema, and Critical Points
Topic 5.3 Determining Intervals on Which a Function is Increasing or Decreasing
Video 47: Topic 5.3 Determine Intervals on Which a Function is Increasing or Decreasing
Topic 5.4 Using the First Derivative Test to Determine Relative (Local) Extrema
Video 48: Topic 5.4 First Derivative Test | Relative Maximum | Relative Minimum
Topic 5.5 Using the Candidates Test to Determine Absolute (Global) Extrema
Video 49: Topic 5.5 Master the Candidates Test | Global Maximum & Minimum
Topic 5.6 Determining Concavity of Functions over Their Domains
Video 50: Topic 5.6 Determining Concavity of Functions over Their Domains | Inflection Points | Second Derivative
Topic 5.7 Using the Second Derivative Test (SDT) to Determine Extrema
Video 51: Topic 5.7 Using the Second Derivative Test (SDT) to Determine Extrema
Topic 5.8 Sketching Graphs of Functions and Their Derivatives
Topic 5.9 Connecting a Function, Its First Derivative, and Its Second Derivative
Video 52: Topic 5.8-5.9(A) Sketching f′(x) from f(x) — A Visual Guide to Derivatives
Video 53: Topic 5.8-5.9(B) Graphing f(x) from f′(x) — The Reverse Engineering of Calculus!
Now, use the follow link to explore the graphs of derivatives.
Topic 5.10 Introduction to Optimization Problems
Topic 5.11 Solving Optimization Problems
Video 54: Topic 5.10-5.11 Master Optimization Problems in Minutes!
Topic 5.12 Exploring Behaviors of Implicit Relations
Video 55: Topic 5.12 Exploring Behaviors of Implicit Relations
Video 56: Unit 5 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Analytical Applications of Differentiation
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Unit 6: Integration & Accumulation of Change (AB & BC)
Topic 6.1 Exploring Accumulation of Change
Video 57: Topic 6.1 From Rate to Total: Mastering Accumulations of Change
Topic 6.2 Approximating Areas with Riemann Sums
Video 58: Topic 6.2 Approximating Areas with Left, Right, and Midpoint Riemann Sums as well as Trapezoidal Rules
Topic 6.3 Riemann Sums, Summation Notation, and Definite Integral Notation
Video 59: Topic 6.3 Riemann Sums, Summation Notation, and Definite Integral Notation
Topic 6.4 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (FTC) and Accumulation Functions
Topic 6.5 Interpreting the Behavior of Accumulation Functions Involving Area
Video 60: Topic 6.4-6.5A Unlocking the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (FTC) & Net Change
Video 61: Topic 6.4-6.5B Mastering Rate In–Rate Out Problems
Topic 6.6 Applying Properties of Definite Integrals
Video 62: Topic 6.6 Applying Properties of Definite Integrals
Topic 6.7 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (FTC) and Definite Integrals
Topic 6.8 Finding Antiderivatives and Indefinite Integrals: Basic Rules and Notation
Video 63: Topic 6.7-6.8 The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus (FTC), Definite Integrals, and Indefinite Integrals
The following topics involve extensive use of trigonometric identities. If trigonometry is still challenging for you, please take some time to review the following AP Precalculus videos 64 - 69 to help prepare for topics 6.9-6.14.
Video 64: A Complete Guide to Deriving the Unit Circle from Scratch - Evaluate the Value of Sine & Cosine of BIG Angles.
Video 65: How to Prove Fundamental Trigonometric Identities | Step-by-Step Guide.
Video 66: Trick to Memorize Trigonometric Identities | Super Hexagon for Trigonometric Identities.
Video 67: Verifying Trigonometric Identities | Step-by-Step Guide.
Video 68: Finding the Exact Values of Trigonometric Functions Using Trigonometric Identities.
Video 69: Solving Trigonometric Equations Involving Fundamental Trigonometric Identities.
Topic 6.9 Integrating Using Substitution
Video 70: Topic 6.9 The Secret to Solving Tricky Integrals: u-Substitution Explained
Must watch videos 71 - 74 since they are prerequisites for Topic 6.10.
Video 71: Long Division & Synthetic Division with 8 Specific Examples - The easy way!
Video 72: Dividing Polynomials using 3 methods: Factoring - Long Division - Synthetic Division.
Video 73: Factoring Special Cases of polynomials.
Video 74: Solving Quadratic Equations by Taking Square Root and Completing Squares.
Topic 6.10 Integrating Functions Using Long Division and Completing the Square
Video 75: Topic 6.10 Tame the Toughest Integrals: Long Division & Completing the Square Explained!
Topic 6.11 Integrating Using Integration by Parts (BC only)
Video 76: Topic 6.11 Master Integration by Parts Step-by-Step (BC only)
Topic 6.12 Integrating Using Linear Partial Fractions (BC only)
Video 77: Topic 6.12 Integrating Using Partial Fraction Decomposition (BC only)
Topic 6.13 Evaluating Improper Integrals (BC only)
Video 78: Topic 6.13 Infinite Limits? No Problem! Evaluating Improper Integrals (BC only)
Topic 6.14 Selecting Techniques for Antidifferentiation
Video 79: Topic 6.14 Selecting the Best Techniques for Antidifferentiation
Video 80: Unit 6 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Integration & Accumulation of Change
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Unit 7: Differential Equations (AB & BC)
This unit involves extensive use of logarithmic properties. If logarithm is still challenging for you, please take some time to review the following AP Precalculus topics.
Video 83: Properties of Logarithms | Proof and Walkthrough Examples.
Video 84: Logarithmic Function Manipulation | Is the Horizontal Dilation the same as the Vertical Translation?
Topic 7.1 Modeling Situations with Differential Equations
Video 85: Topic 7.1 How to Model the Real World with Differential Equations
Topic 7.2 Verifying Solutions for Differential Equations
Video 86: Topic 7.2 Verifying Solutions for Differential Equations
Topic 7.3 Sketching Slope Fields
Topic 7.4 Reasoning Using Slope Fields
Video 87: Topic 7.3-7.4 Unveiling the Invisible: Sketching & Reasoning with Slope Fields
Topic 7.5 Euler's Method (BC only)
Video 88: Topic 7.5 Use Euler’s Method to Approximate the Particular Solution to a Differential Equation (BC only)
Topic 7.6 General Solutions Using Separation of Variables
Topic 7.7 Particular Solutions using Initial Conditions and Separation of Variables
Video 89: Topic 7.6-7.7 Solving Differential Equations: Separation of Variables & Initial Conditions
Topic 7.8 Exponential Models with Differential Equations
Video 90: Topic 7.8 Exponential Models with Differential Equations
Topic 7.9 Logistic Models with Differential Equations (BC only)
Video 91: Topic 7.9 Logistic Models with Differential Equations (BC only)
Video 92: Unit 7 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Differential Equations
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Video 93: Analytical Techniques for Finding Solutions to ODE - PDE of Advanced Differential Equations.
Video 94: Analytical Techniques for Finding n-Parameter Family of Solutions, General Solutions, Particular Solutions to Differential Equations.
Unit 8: Applications of Integration (AB & BC)
Topic 8.1 Average Value of a Function on an Interval
Video 95: Topic 8.1 Average Value of a Function on an Interval
Topic 8.2 Position, Velocity, and Acceleration Using Integrals
Video 96: Topic 8.2 Motion Mastered: Position, Velocity & Acceleration with Integrals
Topic 8.3 Using Accumulation Functions and Definite Integrals in Applied Contexts
Video 97: Topic 8.3 Using Accumulation Functions and Definite Integrals in Applied Contexts
Topic 8.4 Area Between Curves (with respect to x)
Video 98: Topic 8.4 Area Between Curves (w.r.t x) — Visualize, Set Up, Solve!
Topic 8.5 Area Between Curves (with respect to y)
Video 99: Topic 8.5 Area Between Curves (w.r.t y) — Visualize, Set Up, Solve!
Must watch videos 100 - 101 since they are prerequisites for Topic 8.6.
Video 100: Determine if the Function is EVEN or ODD?
Video 101: Graphing Sine & Cosine Functions.
Topic 8.6 Area Between Curves - More than Two Intersections
Video 102: Topic 8.6A Area Between Curves with More than Two Intersections
Video 103: Topic 8.6B Proof of Integral Symmetry: Even & Odd Functions
Video 104: Topic 8.6C Area Between Curves with Even & Odd Functions
Topic 8.7 Cross Sections: Squares and Rectangles
Topic 8.8 Cross Sections: Triangles and Semicircles
To help you fully understand the topics 8.7-8.8, follow the Desmos links to see a visual representation of the cross sections before watching the video. Be sure to change your functions as well as upper and lower bounds.
Video 105: Topic 8.7-8.8 Cross Section Volumes: Squares, Rectangles, Triangles & Semicircles
Topic 8.9 Disc Method: Revolving Around the x- or y- Axis
To help you fully understand the topics 8.9-8.10, follow these Desmos activities to see a visual representation of the surface of revolution before watching the video. Be sure to change your functions as well as upper and lower bounds.
Video 106: Topic 8.9 Mastering the Disc Method | Volumes of Solids Revolving Around the x- or y-Axis
Topic 8.10 Disc Method: Revolving Around Other Axes
Video 107: Topic 8.10 Mastering the Disc Method | Volumes of Solids Revolving Around Any Axis
To help you fully understand the topics 8.11-8.12, follow these Desmos activities to see a visual representation of the surface of revolution before watching the video. Be sure to change your functions as well as upper and lower bounds.
Topic 8.11 Washer Method: Revolving Around the x- or y-Axis
Video 108: Topic 8.11 Mastering the Washer Method | Volumes of Solids Revolving Around the x- or y-Axis
Topic 8.12 Washer Method: Revolving Around Other Axes
Video 109: Topic 8.12 Mastering the Washer Method | Volumes of Solids Revolving Around Any Axis
Video 110: Volume Challenge 1: The Challenging Volume of the Solid Using Disk & Washer Methods - AP Calc Must-Know!
Video 111: Volume Challenge 2: Volume Between y=x and y = sqrt(x) Rotated About the Diagonal Line y=x
Topic 8.13 The Arc Length of a Smooth, Planar Curve and Distance Traveled (BC only)
Video 112: Topic 8.13 Measuring Curves: Arc Length & Distance Traveled (BC only)
Video 113: Unit 8 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Applications of Integration
Unit 9: Parametric Equations, Polar Coordinates, & Vector-Valued Functions (BC only)
Topic 9.1 Defining and Differentiating Parametric Equations
Video 114: Topic 9.1 Parametric Equations – Slopes, Derivatives, and Tangents
Topic 9.2 Second Derivatives of Parametric Equations
Video 115: Topic 9.2 Second Derivatives of Parametric Equations
Topic 9.3 Arc Lengths of Curves (Parametric Equations)
Video 116: Topic 9.3 Arc Length of Curves (Parametric Equations)
AP Precalculus Review: Must watch video 117 since it is a prerequisite for Topic 9.4-9.7.
Video 117: How to Convert between Polar and Rectangular Coordinates.
Topic 9.4 Defining and Differentiating Vector-Valued Functions
Video 118: Topic 9.4A Mastering Vector Operations & Derivatives
Video 119: Topic 9.4B Mastering Vector-Valued Functions: Dot Product, Angles, Derivatives & Continuity
Topic 9.5 Integrating Vector-Valued Functions
Video 120: Topic 9.5A Mastering Integration of Vector-Valued Functions
Video 121: Topic 9.5B Finding the Magnitude of the Displacement of the Object
Topic 9.6 Solving Motion Problems Using Parametric and Vector-Valued Functions
Video 122: Topic 9.6A Solving Motion Problems with Parametric & Vector-Valued Functions
Video 123: Topic 9.6B Master Projectile Motion Problems with Parametric Equations
AP Precalculus Review: Must watch videos 124 - 131 since they are prerequisites for Topic 9.7.
Video 124: How to Find Multiple Representations of Polar Coordinates.
Video 125: Tests for Symmetry.
Video 126: Graphs of Polar Equations of Circles.
Video 127: Graphs of Limacon Curves.
Video 128: Graphs of Rose Curves.
Video 129: Graphs of Lemniscate Curves.
Video 130: Graphs of Archimedean Spirals: TI-Nspire, TI-84, & Desmos Made Easy!
After learning how to graph polar functions by hand from Videos 124–131, use the following link to practice graphing them on Desmos.
Video 131 Solving Trigonometric Equations.
Here's a link to a Desmos demonstration that beautifully illustrates the relationship between polar and rectangular graphs on the same xy-coordinate plane - definitely worth exploring!
Topic 9.7 Defining Polar Coordinates and Differentiating in Polar Form
Video 132: Topic 9.7 Defining Polar Coordinates & Differentiating in Polar Form
Topic 9.8 Find the Area of a Polar Region or the Area Bounded by a Single Polar Curve
Video 133: Topic 9.8 Area Bounded by a Polar Curve Explained
Topic 9.9 Finding the Area of the Region Bounded by Two Polar Curves
Video 134: Topic 9.9 Finding the Area Between Two Polar Curves
Video 135: Unit 9 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Parametric Equations, Polar Coordinates, & Vector-Valued Functions
Unit 10: Infinite Sequences & Series (BC only)
Must watch videos 136 since it is a prerequisite for Topic 10.1-10.2.
Video 136: Change in Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences.
Topic 10.1 Defining Convergent and Divergent Infinite Series
Video 137: Topic 10.1 Convergent or Divergent? Infinite Series Explained!
Topic 10.2 Working with Geometric Series
Video 138: Topic 10.2A Proof of Finite & Infinite Geometric Series
Video 139: Topic 10.2B Convergent and Divergent Geometric Series | Telescoping Series
Topic 10.3 The nth Term Test for Divergence (Divergence Test)
Video 140: Topic 10.3 The nth Term Test for Divergence
Topic 10.4 Integral Test for Convergence
Video 141: Topic 10.4A Proof of Integral Test for Convergence
Video 142: Topic 10.4B Applying the Integral Test for Convergence
Topic 10.5 Harmonic Series and p-Series
Video 143: Topic 10.5 Harmonic Series and p-Series for Convergence & Divergence
Topic 10.6 Comparison Tests for Convergence
Video 144: Topic 10.6A Proof of Direct Comparison Tests for Convergence
Video 145: Topic 10.6B Proof of Limit Comparison Tests for Convergence
Video 146: Topic 10.6C Applying the Direct & Limit Comparison Tests for Convergence
Must watch video 147 since it is a prerequisite for Topic 10.7-10.14.
Video 147: Permutations & Combinations
Topic 10.7 Alternating Series Test for Convergence
Video 148: Topic 10.7A Proof of Alternating Series Test for Convergence
Video 149: Topic 10.7B Applying the Alternating Series Test for Convergence
Must watch video 150 since it is a prerequisite for Topic 10.8.
Video 150: Proof of the Most Mysterious Limit in Calculus lim(1+1/n)^n = e!
Topic 10.8 Ratio Test & Root Test for Convergence
Video 151: Topic 10.8A Applying Ratio Test for Convergence
Video 152: Topic 10.8B Applying Root Test for Convergence
Topic 10.9 Determining Absolute or Conditional Convergence
Video 153: Topic 10.9 Determining Absolute or Conditional Convergence
Topic 10.10 Alternating Series Error Bound
Video 154: Topic 10.10 Determining Alternating Series Error Bound
Topic 10.11 Finding Taylor Polynomial Approximations of Functions
Video 155: Topic 10.11 Finding Taylor Polynomial Approximations of Functions
Topic 10.12 Lagrange Error Bound
Video 156: Topic 10.12 Finding Lagrange Error Bound
Topic 10.13 Radius and Interval of Convergence of Power Series
Video 157: Topic 10.13 Finding Radius and Interval of Convergence of Power Series
Topic 10.14 Finding Taylor & Maclaurin Series for a Function
Video 158: Topic 10.14 Finding Taylor & Maclaurin Series for a Function
Topic 10.15 Representing Functions as a Power Series
Video 159: Topic 10.15 Representing Functions as a Power Series
Video 160: Unit 10 Crash Course A Complete Guide to Infinite Sequences & Series
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AP Calculus Exam Prep - Road to a 5!
Yay! We've reached the end of the AP Calculus curriculum!
Now it’s time to shift into review mode. Below is a series of videos that cover the entire AP Calculus AB/BC curriculum. If there’s any concept you’re unsure about or want to strengthen, be sure to check out the corresponding videos above.
This Unit Review is designed to help you consolidate everything you’ve learned and ensure you fully understand the key concepts before moving forward. The questions are carefully selected and organized by topic within the unit to reinforce essential skills and highlight the most important ideas tested on assessments and the AP Exam.
Each review includes a mix of Multiple-Choice and Free-Response style questions to strengthen both procedural fluency and conceptual understanding. These problems reflect the rigor and structure you are expected to master.
The review is also supplemented with my step-by-step tutorial videos, where I walk through solutions, explain common pitfalls, and model effective strategies. These videos will help you deepen your understanding, correct mistakes, and build confidence in your problem-solving approach.
Approach this unit review with focus and intention. Use it as an opportunity to identify gaps, refine your skills, and solidify your foundation. Mastering each unit step by step is the key to long-term success and strong performance on cumulative assessments and the AP Exam.
Below are carefully selected Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Free-Response Questions (FRQs) organized by topic, drawn from past AP Calculus AB and BC exams. These questions reflect the style, structure, and rigor of the actual AP Exam.
Each set is thoughtfully categorized to help you target specific concepts, strengthen weaker areas, and master one topic at a time. By practicing with real exam-level problems, you will become familiar with the wording, expectations, scoring standards, and time constraints of the exam.
In addition, these questions are supplemented with my step-by-step tutorial videos, where I break down key concepts, explain common mistakes, and model efficient problem-solving strategies. These guided explanations will help you not only understand how to solve each problem, but also why each step works.
Use these materials consistently and intentionally. With focused practice, clear strategies, and the right support, you will build both skill and confidence and be fully prepared to succeed on the AP Exam in May.
Video 190: Topic 16: Ace the AP Calculus Exam with Convergence and Divergence of Series: Geometric Series, P-Series, Harmonic Series, Ratio Test, Root Test, Alternating Series, Integral Test, Direct Comparison Test, Limit Comparison Test, Absolute & Conditional Convergence (BC only)
Video 191: Topic 17: Ace the AP Calculus Exam with Taylor & Maclaurin Series (BC only)
Past AP Calculus AB/BC Exams
Use the past AP Calculus AB/BC exams below to sharpen your skills and get familiar with the test format. Reviewing real exam questions helps build familiarity with the format, reinforce key concepts, and boost confidence. Practicing with these resources is one of the best ways to identify strengths and target areas for growth - use them to your full advantage! If there's any concept you've missed or want to strengthen your understanding of, be sure to check out the corresponding videos above.
Video 194: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus AB FRQ 2023.
Video 195: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus BC FRQ 2023.
Video 196: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus AB FRQ 2024.
Video 197: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus BC FRQ 2024.
Video 198: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus AB FRQ 2025.
Video 199: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus BC FRQ 2025.
Video 200: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus AB FRQ 2026. (coming soon...)
Video 201: Full Solutions to the AP Calculus BC FRQ 2026. (coming soon...)
Assorted Advanced Concepts
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Video 2: This Trig Integral Broke My Brain…
Video 3: The Most Satisfying Integral You’ll See Today – Putnam Challenge
Video 4: Only True Math Nerds Can Solve This MIT Integral.
Video 5: Crack the Code: Evaluating a Hard Trigonometric Integral!
Video 6: Oxford MAT 1998’s Toughest Integral — Can You Solve It?
Video 7: A Stunning Definite Integral from Vietnam – Can You Solve It?
Video 8: Can You Solve This Tough JEE Advanced Limit?
Video 9: Dare to Solve This Radical Trig Integral?
Video 10: Double Your Skills: 2 Ways to Find Tough Limits
Video 11: This Integral Stumped Math Olympiad Students — Can You Solve It?
Video 12: Can You Crack This Putnam-Level Integral?
Video 13: This Trick Makes Integrating cos⁶xdx Simple!
Video 14: Level Up Your Integration Skills with Square Root of tanxdx
Video 15: This Rational Function Looks Scary… But You’ve Got This! Integrate 1/(x^6 - 1)
Video 16: How to Integrate cosⁿx Like a Math Pro!
Video 17: How to Integrate (3 + cos⁵x)dx — The Smart Way!
Video 18: Solve This Rational Integral FAST or Lose the Challenge!
Video 19: Mind-Blowing Integral Trick! Solving a Tough Cos² Integral Step-by-Step
Video 20: This Rational Integral Stumps Most Calculus Students!
Video 21: Disk & Washer Methods Made Easy — AP Calc Must-Know!
Video 22: JEE Advanced Killer Integral – Only the Best Can Solve It!
Video 23: 2024 JEE Advanced: The Insane Integral Everyone's Talking About!
Video 24: The Integral That Scares Students — Integral of ln(tanx)/sinxcosxdx
Video 25: This Tough Composite Integral Stumped Students!
Video 26: This Radical Integral Looks Scary… But Watch How Easy It Gets!
Video 27: MIT Integration Bee 2025: Can You Solve This Before Me?
Video 28: MIT Bee Final Boss: Insane Trig Integral DECODED!
Video 29: How to Tackle Hard Trig Integrals — Integration Bee Strategy
Video 30: Stop Struggling! Integrate Composite Functions Like a Pro!
Video 31: This Tricky Integral Stumped the MIT Semifinals | MIT Integration Bee 2025
Video 32: Cracking an MIT Final Round Integral with Just One Clever Trick
Video 33: MIT Integration Bee 2022: Tough Integral, Tougher Competition!
Video 34: MIT’s “Impossible” Integral Cracked with One Simple Trick! MIT Integration Bee 2022
Video 35: Mastering 20 Advanced Integrals from Olympiads & MIT Integration Bee
Video 36: JEE Advanced Trig Integral That Stumps Everyone
Video 37: 20 Hard Integrals from the 2025 MIT Integration Bee (Can You Survive?)
Video 38: MIT Integration Bee 2025: Infinite Series Meets Calculus
Video 39: A Deep Dive into a Brutal Trig Integral from the MIT Integration Bee 2025
Video 40: The Improper Integral That Raised Eyebrows
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