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Yup. You can tell the grade inflation and leniency is happening when there's a wide disparity between the classroom grade the AP/IB exam grade. [/quote]

In many cases, this is correct, but there are other explanations.  Some students have trouble with long-term retention.  They can remember information thru the very next quiz or test, but not months later for the AP exam.

Another reason could be weak preparation by the teacher or student for the AP exam, which often has specific formats, vocabulary, and timed conditions which should be practiced.  If not, even students in an otherwise well-taught class may underperformed on the exam.

Another reason could be that the AP exam is a one-time thing.  If a student is just having a bad day, or blanks on an important topic, or runs out of time, the exam could under-represent their typical performance.  I frequently have at least a few students with surprisingly low (or high) scores on the exam.  I don't think that means I'm a lenient (or harsh) grader throughout the year.[/quote]

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