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AP Economics. Mr. Bernstein The AP Exam: FRQs September 10, 2013. AP Economics Mr. Bernstein. FRQs Answer questions in the order asked ( ie part a,b,c,d ) Diagrams can provide or enhance answer - some FRQs will require graphs Label diagrams fully, clearly and correctly
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AP Economics Mr. Bernstein The AP Exam: FRQs September 10, 2013
AP EconomicsMr. Bernstein FRQs • Answer questions in the order asked (ie part a,b,c,d) • Diagrams can provide or enhance answer - some FRQs will require graphs • Label diagrams fully, clearly and correctly • Changes in curves should be identified with arrows and clear sequencing of labels (ie AS1, AS2) • Emphasize line of reasoning…stating results not enough
AP EconomicsMr. Bernstein FRQs • Read the question – underline the verb – what are they looking for? • Use correct terminology in FRQs and class discussion • Use rubrics as guides (Krugman Module FRQ answers, APE Sample and Past Exam FRQ answers) • Not an essay – do not write thesis statement, intro paragraph and do not repeat the question in your answer
AP EconomicsMr. Bernstein FRQ Verb Prompts • “Show” – think “Graph” - use diagram to illustrate your answer. Label all elements including graph axes. • “Explain” – take reader through each linkage needed to go from starting point to final answer. Graphs and symbols are acceptable. • “Identify” – “think Indicate” - bulleted list of short phrases or terms, even single label or arrow, without any elaboration or explanation • “Calculate” – use mathematical operation to determine a specific numerical response, along with providing your work • “Analyze” – not used much any more, think “Show” AND “Explain”