AP PHYSICS PERFORMANCE SCORING
Section 1
Proficient
Not Proficient
Section 2
Proficient
Not Proficient
Section 3
Proficient
Not Proficient
Section 4
Proficient
Not Proficient
Section 5
Proficient
Not Proficient
Section 6
Proficient
Criteria
Section 1 – Hypothesis (Formulating Questions)
 Clearly states a problem or question that is
useable for an experiment
 States a hypothesis clearly based on
problem or question
 Identifies independent and dependent
variables if appropriate
Section 2 – Planning
 Lists the materials and shows a logical
sequence of procedural steps (these may
not be copied)
 Identifies appropriate safety precautions
Section 3 – Collection of Data and Observations
 Makes accurate observations
 Records quantitative/qualitative data in a
labeled data table
 Includes appropriate units
Section 4 – Analysis of Data
 Includes calculation of average of trials or
% error or precision where appropriate
 Includes one of the following: a) graphs or
charts with variables labeled
b) description of relationships between
independent and dependent variables
Section 5 – Conclusion
 Clearly links variable, hypothesis,
question and results and clearly accepts or
rejects the hypothesis
 Draws correct conclusion from the data
 Lists possible sources of error
Section 6 – Communication
 Discussion questions are answered
Points
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Total: ______/6
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Total: ______/3
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Total: _______/4
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Total: _______/6
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Total: _______/4
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Total: _______/2
Not Proficient
POINTS LOST FOR LATENESS: _____________