Hey guys,</p>
I made this thread so that we can start discussing topics for the next AP Microeconomics exam. It’s a bit early, but it’s best to prepare early! Please feel free to share study tips, questions, types of books used, etc.</p>
<p>Ok, well I think I’m taking it. It depends how my scheduling works out, as this would be the first class I drop if my schedule doesn’t work. The class I’m taking is for Macro and Micro.</p>
<p>I really know nothing about econ though, I really don’t even know what it is 
Maybe when we get closer to the start of the year I’ll start to learn something about it.</p>
<p>I’ll be taking it as well along with the AP Macroeconomics exam, both self-studying.</p>
<p>I find both topics quite interesting so far thanks to videos from Khan Academy. Now, I’m not sure if they are viable studying resources, but those videos do a outstanding job explaining the fundamentals.</p>
<p>The only thing I need now is a proper study book and I have narrowed down the list to two: either 5 Steps to a 5 or Princeton’s Review. Anyone know which one is better overall?</p>
<p>I’m actually taking both Micro and Macro. I plan on using Khan Academy and 5 Steps to a 5. I’m not sure about Princeton, but 5 Steps had good reviews overall.</p>
<p>Which should I self study Micro or Macro? And any good review books for either one?</p>
<p>Will be taking AP Microeconomics next year as a senior. Woo! I have a strong math background, taking AP Calculus AB next year (the highest my lowly public school offers, not as much compare to other CC’ers). I’ve heard a strong math background helps.</p>
<p>I’m excited! I hear the teacher is awful at Econ and math though. My course is AP U.S. Government & Politics first semester and AP Microeconomics second semester. Ugh. I’m already seeing a lot of personal studying and review in my future…</p>
<p>I’m taking Micro and Macro next year. This is the first year that my school is offering AP instead of just honors, so I am a little nervous as to how it will work out.</p>
<p>Don’t worry too much about it. Even if you do bad, it’s a learning experience. I took my first AP’s last year and got a 4 on one and a 2 on the other.</p>
<p>Well at this point so far I’ve just reviewed the basics of whats going to be on the exam. I read this guide here:</p>
<p>[-</a> AP Microeconomics Exam Grading - AP Microeconomics Exam Review Course -](<a href=“http://apexamreview.com/apmicroeconomics/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6&Itemid=17]-”>http://apexamreview.com/apmicroeconomics/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6&Itemid=17)</p>
<p>It gives a pretty good run down of what to expect. The topics section and basics sections are a good read as well.</p>
<p>I’m probably going to start reading the first few chapters of the book.</p>
<p>@imtrainwreck
I’m not really worried about how I will do, I’m worried about how much extra work I’m going to have to do if the teacher isn’t up to par. This won’t be my first AP, just the first year my school is offering AP Econ. I got a 5 on APUSH this year</p>
<p>I’ve heard that both exams require a decent amount of work, but not too much like AP Physics It shouldn’t be that much of a drag. I personally enjoy econ anyways.</p>
<p>Hello~
I am planning to self study both microecon and macroeccon because my school doesn’t offer any of them. I know nothing about this AP course, all I have is just that I like economics and I want it to be my major in college. So, can you guys suggest me some prep books to start it and also give me your opinions why you choice this subject as one of your AP exams. Thanks(⌒▽⌒)</p>
<p>I just took the Micro test this past year, so I thought I’d lend my penny’s worth. </p>
<p>I think the best way to review for the exam is to do as many practice tests as possible. The best way to ace the FRQs is to do tons of practice ones. The questions (especially the FRQs) really haven’t changed very much over the years, so if you do enough practice tests you’ll be really familiar with the test by the time May rolls around and you’ll do great. The more familiar you are with the exam and the style and structure of questions, the better you’ll do.</p>
<p>Hi, I’m planning on self studying this along with macro next year. I was wondering if you guys thought I should get two different textbooks for macro and micro or just get one that will cover both topics. Any suggestions either way?</p>
<p>I have Macro first semester and Micro the second. Will I have to wait till the end of the year for my Macro test? BTW, I am doing both online through Wisconsin Virtual School. My school just pays for the class.</p>
<p>My friend took both last year and got 5’s. I need to start studying soon. I’m self-studying by watching khanacademy videos and reading 5 steps to a 5 and PR (I prefer 5 steps to a 5 though. It’s easier to read.)</p>
<p>@Mohhand, each AP exam is only offered once each year in May. So there’ll be one day in early to late May 2013 when you’ll take your Micro exam and another when you’ll take your Macro exam</p>
<p>Hello!</p>
<p>Like all of you, I am also going to take AP Econ class this year. </p>
<p>I am trying to buy two prep books (to cover each others weaknesses) from 5 Steps, </p>
<p>Princeton, or Barron’s. Which two books are good and work best with each other?</p>
<p>I got Barron’s, and I earned a 5 on the exam. My attempt at studying was an embarrassment, but it was good enough for the test.</p>
<p>Taking Micro through my school. Is Princeton Review good?</p>