Six weeks out from an AP exam, the temptation is to start grinding practice tests immediately. Resist that. The first two weeks should be diagnostic — work through a mix of multiple choice and free response questions across all units, and let the score-band predictor build a baseline.
Weeks three and four are where most of the gains happen. Use the predictor's unit-by-unit breakdown to identify your two or three weakest areas, and spend focused time there — alternating between concept review and FRQ practice graded against the real rubric descriptors.
Week five shifts to full-length practice exams under timed conditions. This is as much about pacing and stamina as content — many students lose points simply by running out of time on the free response section.
The final week is review only. No new content. Revisit your FRQ feedback, redo the questions you got wrong, and focus on the rubric language — knowing what graders are looking for is often worth more points than additional content review at this stage.
Throughout, keep an eye on your predicted score band. It's normal for it to plateau or even dip slightly during weeks three and four — that's often a sign you're working on harder material, not that you're falling behind.