The resources needed for success on the College Board’s Advanced Placement World History exam vary widely. Some test-takers may benefit from supplemental materials beyond textbooks and class notes to improve their performance. While items like pencils, erasers, and a watch to monitor time are universally accepted, a calculator is notably absent from the approved list of tools for this specific examination.
The exclusion of computational devices stems from the exam’s focus. The AP World History assessment centers on analytical skills, historical reasoning, and the comprehension of historical processes. Students must demonstrate their ability to interpret historical documents, construct arguments based on evidence, and connect historical events across different time periods and regions. Numerical calculations are not the primary skill being assessed, hence the irrelevance of computational aids.
