AP Computer Science Principles

Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles exploring computational thinking and programming.

Introduction to Computational ThinkingProgramming BasicsAlgorithms and Problem Solving
Data Structures and AbstractionThe Internet and CybersecurityImpacts of Computing
Making Your First AppProgramming in Daily LifeCollaborative Computing Projects
Breaking Down ProblemsReading Questions Carefully
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Study Strategies

Reading Questions Carefully

Slow Down and Succeed

Read every question twice to make sure you understand what it’s asking. Underline keywords and watch for tricky wording. This helps you spot important details and avoid simple mistakes.

Tips

  • Underline or highlight key terms
  • Look out for words like 'not', 'never', or 'always'
  • Check your answer against the question before moving on

Examples

  • Catching that a question asks for 'the least efficient algorithm' instead of 'the most efficient.'

  • Noticing a question wants you to select two correct answers, not just one.