AP Economics Micro and Macro Classes

AP Economics offers two distinct courses: AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics, each equivalent to a one-semester introductory college course. AP Microeconomics focuses on the decision-making processes of individuals and firms, covering topics such as supply and demand, production and costs, market structures, factor markets, and the role of government in addressing market failures. Students use graphs, models, and data to analyze economic scenarios and develop skills in critical thinking and problem-solving. AP Macroeconomics, in contrast, examines the economy as a whole, exploring concepts like national income, economic growth, unemployment, inflation, and fiscal and monetary policy. Both courses emphasize analytical skills and real-world application, preparing students for further studies in economics, business, or related fields. There are no prerequisites, making these courses accessible to motivated high school students interested in understanding economic principles and their impact on society

• Both AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics exams follow this structure and timing
• Follows a hybrid digital system, where the multiple-choice section is digital, but the free-response questions are displayed digitally but answered on paper.