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AP Physics 1 · 3 Work, Energy, and Power

Force-displacement graphs for AP Physics 1

Force-displacement graphs is mapped to 3 Work, Energy, and Power in the AP Physics 1 pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.

AP 1 · AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based18–23%Guide 2 of 6

Where this fits

3 Work, Energy, and Power

Curriculum
AP Physics 1
Theme or group
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
Current framework
2026–27 course year · May 2027 exam format

Eight units covering introductory mechanics, rotation, oscillations, and fluids.

Mastery checklist

Know what success looks like.

  1. 01

    Name both axes, units, and the physical meaning of the plotted quantities.

  2. 02

    Connect gradient, area, intercepts, and shape to the governing physics.

  3. 03

    Move between a graph, a verbal description, and an equation without changing the model.

Exam lens

Build, apply, check.

3 Work, Energy, and Power is identified as 18–23% in this curriculum map. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.

Teaching sequence

3 Work, Energy, and Power

This syllabus point maps to 6 ordered concept guides.

  1. 01Work done by a force
  2. 02Force-displacement graphsCurrent guide
  3. 03Kinetic and potential energy
  4. 04Energy conversion and conservation
  5. 05The work-energy theorem
  6. 06Power and efficiency

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