<p>all right, i self-studied ap physics c mech and e&m.
but, 35 problems in 45 minutes is seemingly impossible.
it takes whole 45 minutes just to copy the answers from the back!
help me out...
physics is eating me alive!</p>
<p>three things:
1.) work faster. its is possible that you just lack practice because of the whole self study thing.
2.) If by "copy out of the back", you mean you are using a prep book, then don't worry. every prep book I have seen is harder than the real thing
3.) you don't need to answer all questions to get a 5</p>
<p>Most of the problems are "recognition" problems, meaning that they are basically the same questions with different numbers used over and over again. If you've done enough practice problems, then you should be able to recognize certain problems on the AP test... but in your case... </p>
<p>I'd just memorize formulas for the AP and pray for a 3 if I were you.</p>
<p>uhm i'm taking the class and feel like i don't understand a lot of it which is why i'm cramming this whole weekend.</p>
<p>i have no idea WHY you would want 2 self study such a hard test. boo on physics =( but good luck?</p>
<p>You simply need more practice, I'm also self-studying but most of it I understand due to Physics B and Calc BC. Just try to understand every possible problem you come until and once you comprehend, you'll automatically work faster as you'll just immediately recognize the problems.</p>
<p>And if you're working from Barrons, the problems are a LOT harder than the actual thing.</p>