Distribution Requirements and AP Credit

<p>I have a couple of questions. 1) Can distribution requirement classes count toward your major requirements. I'm hoping to double major and this would cut down on the number of classes if distros could overlap with major.
2) Can AP credit count toward major requirements (ie reducing 15 required courses down to 14) or only act to fulfull lower level courses so you can move up faster?<br>
Any input would be greatly appreciated! :)</p>