A tool designed to estimate a student’s potential score on the Advanced Placement Human Geography exam based on predicted performance in various sections. For example, a student might input their anticipated multiple-choice score and free-response score to generate an approximation of their final AP score, which ranges from 1 to 5.
The utility of such an estimator lies in its capacity to provide students with a preliminary understanding of their preparedness for the AP Human Geography exam. It allows for focused study efforts by highlighting areas where improvement is needed. Its historical context is rooted in the desire to give students more control over their learning process and better insight into the scoring methodology of AP exams.