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How are the points distributed between the multiple-choice and free response sections in the AP Biology exam?
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Each contributes 50% to the final score
What are the key topics covered in the AP Biology exam?
Natural Selection, Evolutionary Biology, Cellular Processes, Energy, Genetics, Information Transfer
What are the prohibited items to bring on the AP Biology exam day?
Cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, cameras
What are the key components of a cell according to the lecture?
Membrane, cytoplasm, genetic material
How can students reinforce difficult concepts according to the lecture?
Utilize practice tests, focus on signal transduction pathways, review resources like Khan Academy
What is the recommended focus when answering the Free Response Questions (FRQs)?
Focus on clarity over grammatical perfection, address the prompt directly (ATP)
What biochemical techniques should students understand for the AP Biology exam?
PCR, gel electrophoresis
What is the advice given in the lecture regarding understanding key concepts for the AP Biology exam?
Focus on understanding key concepts rather than memorization
How should one handle answering multiple-choice questions according to the lecture tips?
Answer all questions; guesses are not penalized, skim before passages, allocate 1 minute per question
What are some scientific skills emphasized for the AP Biology exam?
Graph interpretation, Hardy-Weinberg principle, Chi-square tests, biochemical techniques
What are examples of detailed topic reviews provided in the lecture for the AP Biology exam?
Cellular Basics, Genetic Information, Metabolic Pathways, Ecology and Environmental Science
What are the types of questions in the free response section of the AP Biology exam?
2 long and 4 short free response questions
What are some additional study resources recommended by the lecture?
Practice tests, Khan Academy videos, College Board materials, relevant textbook chapters
How does the lecture suggest approaching the multiple-choice section of the AP Biology exam?
Answer all questions, skim before reading passages, allocate about 1 minute per question
What are some examples of major topics covered in the AP Biology exam?
Natural Selection, Evolutionary Biology, Cellular Processes and Energy, Genetics and Information Transfer
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