AP Economics Exam Prep

Free practice questions for the AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics exams

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This practice exam covers both AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics material.

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The AP Microeconomics exam is administered by the College Board each May. The purpose of AP Microeconomics is to provide an introduction to Microeconomics. Topics include consumer and producer behavior in the market and the allocation of resources in the economy. The course examines the functions of product markets, factor markets, and government involvement in the economy.

Topic breakdown:

  • Basic Economic Concepts
  • The Nature and Functions of Product Markets
  • Factor Markets
  • Market Failure and the Role of Government

In May 2011, 56,303 students took the AP Microeconomics exam internationally. The mean score was a 3.01 with a standard deviation of 1.38. The highest possible score is 5.

This free practice exam features 39 questions that will help you not only review key economics concepts, but also familiarize yourself with the AP exam format.

Additionally, it is an excellent for practice towards the end of Introduction to Economics courses in both microeconomics and/or macroeconomics.


The AP Macroeconomics exam is administered by the College Board each May. The purpose of AP Macroeconomics is to provide a foundational understanding of macroeconomic principles, which examine total economic activity, and issues dealing with inflation, unemployment, and economic growth. AP Macroeconomics also covers international economics, particularly trade and finance.

Topic breakdown:

  • Basic Economic Concepts
  • Measurement of Economic Performance
  • National Income and Price Determination
  • Financial Sector
  • Inflation, Unemployment, and Stabilization Policies
  • Economic Growth and Productivity
  • Open Economy: International Trade and Finance

In May 2011, 90,134 students took the AP Microeconomics exam internationally. The mean score was a 2.76 with a standard deviation of 1.42.

This free practice exam features 39 questions that will help you not only review key economics concepts, but also familiarize yourself with the AP exam format.

Additionally, it is an excellent for practice towards the end of Introduction to Economics courses in both microeconomics and/or macroeconomics.

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