AP Intermediate Mathematics (BIEAP) study plan
AP Intermediate Mathematics (BIEAP) · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 7 hours per week
Algebra
Solve quadratic equations, inequalities, and quadratic expressions in one and two variables without error
Apply the factor and remainder theorems to factor polynomials of degree 3 and 4
Solve systems of linear equations using Cramer's rule and matrix inversion
Prove and use the laws of indices and logarithms, including change of base
Your checkpoint
A timed 25-question Algebra set (quadratics, polynomials, matrices) scored at 80% or above, with every wrong item reworked and annotated
Algebra
Expand and use the binomial theorem for positive integral indices, including general term extraction
Compute permutations and combinations and apply them to counting problems
Sum arithmetic and geometric progressions, including infinite GP convergence conditions
State and apply the principle of mathematical induction to simple series and divisibility results
Your checkpoint
A one-page formula sheet plus 20 solved problems covering binomial, permutations/combinations, and progressions
Trigonometry
Convert between degrees and radians and evaluate all six trigonometric ratios at standard angles
Prove and apply compound-angle and multiple-angle identities
Solve trigonometric equations over a stated interval and list all solutions
Apply sine and cosine rules to triangle problems, including the ambiguous case
Your checkpoint
A 20-question trigonometry test scored at 80% or above, with a written list of identities memorised
Analytical Geometry
Transform equations between general and standard forms for lines, circles, parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas
Find foci, eccentricity, directrix, and axes for each conic
Compute distances, midpoints, and areas using coordinate geometry formulas
Determine tangents and normals to circles and conics at a given point
Your checkpoint
A hand-drawn conic summary chart (five curves with standard form, eccentricity, and key points) plus 15 solved conic problems
Differential Calculus
Evaluate limits using standard forms, L'Hôpital's rule, and algebraic manipulation
Differentiate sums, products, quotients, and composites using the chain rule
Differentiate implicit and parametric functions and logarithmic differentiation
Apply derivatives to tangents, normals, maxima, minima, and rates of change
Your checkpoint
A 25-question calculus differentiation and applications test scored at 80% or above, with full working shown
Integral Calculus
Integrate standard functions and apply substitution and integration by parts
Evaluate definite integrals and use them to compute areas and volumes of revolution
Decompose rational functions into partial fractions and integrate them
Distinguish which integration technique applies to a given integrand before starting
Your checkpoint
A worked solution set of 20 integrals, including 5 area/volume applications, checked against a self-made technique decision tree
Differential Equations & Vectors
Classify differential equations by order and degree and solve separable and homogeneous equations
Solve first-order linear equations using an integrating factor
Add, subtract, and scale vectors and compute dot and cross products
Apply scalar triple product and vector geometry to angle and area problems
Your checkpoint
A 15-question mixed set on differential equations and vectors scored at 80% or above, with a one-page vector identity card
Probability and Statistics & Coordinate Geometry in Three Dimensions
Compute mean, median, mode, variance, and standard deviation for grouped and ungrouped data
Apply basic probability rules, conditional probability, and Bayes' theorem to word problems
Find direction cosines, direction ratios, and equations of lines and planes in 3D
Compute angles and shortest distances between lines and planes in 3D
Your checkpoint
A full-length 3-hour mock exam covering all nine domains, scored and reviewed with an error log grouped by domain
Milestones
Week 2: Score 80% or above on a 30-question Algebra-only test, and complete the formula sheet without notes
Week 4: Score 75% or above on a combined Algebra, Trigonometry, and Analytical Geometry test, with at least 8 of 10 conic questions correct
Week 6: Score 75% or above on a combined Calculus test (differentiation and integration), completing it within 75 minutes
Week 8: Score 70% or above on the full-length mock exam, with no domain below 50% and all error-log items reworked