2004 AP Computer Science A Free Response Questions (FRQs)

2004 AP Computer Science A FRQs

Complete solutions and explanations for all four 2004 AP CSA Free Response Questions. Each solution includes working Java code, scoring guidelines, and common mistakes to avoid.

About the 2004 Exam

The 2004 AP Computer Science A exam tested students on Java programming fundamentals including methods, classes, arrays, ArrayLists, and 2D arrays.

All 2004 Free Response Questions

FRQ 1: WordList

Topic: ArrayList & String Processing

ArrayList traversal, String length checking, removing while iterating

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FRQ 2: Pet

Topic: Inheritance & Polymorphism

Abstract classes, subclass creation, super keyword, method overriding

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FRQ 3: Fish

Topic: Marine Biology Case Study (Legacy)

2D arrays, random placement, Environment class usage

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FRQ 4: Robot

Topic: Arrays & Simulation

Array traversal, state management, simulation logic, boundary checking

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