Exam Answer Structure

Question 1

2 Marker - Calculation questions - 2 minutes
Paper 1 & 2 Section A

Answer 1

Show out working, write down the correct units and follow question instructions.

Question 2

4 Marker - Data explanation questions - 6 minutes
Paper 1 & 2 Section A

Answer 2

Include at least 2 numerical pieces of evidence and make a calculation when necessary. Analytical chain at least 3 steps in length.

Question 3

9 Marker - Diagram and Analysis - 12 minutes
Paper 1 & 2 Section A

Answer 3

Draw an ace diagram, identify 2 points from it using lots of economic terminology and use an analytical chain of argument and aim to use 5 links.

Question 4

15 Marker - Analysis and Explain - 20 minutes
Paper 1 & 2 Section B

Answer 4

Start with a definition then write at least 2 PeCAn paragraphs to answer the question and use ACE diagrams whenever possible.

Question 5

25 Marker - Essay - 40 minutes
Paper 1 & 2 & 3

Answer 5

Plan your essay plan before starting to write. Start with a defintiion 1 or more key terms. Write at least 2 PeCAn paragraphs and use ACE diagrams whenever possible. Finally finish with a AJIM paragraph from APE WEESTEPS ICAUSE.