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This lesson covers Edexcel A-Level Mathematics Paper 2 — its structure, how it compares to Paper 1, the types of questions that appear, and strategies for using your calculator effectively. Paper 2 also tests Pure Mathematics with a calculator allowed. Together with Paper 1, it determines two-thirds of your overall grade.
Paper 2 is a written exam lasting 2 hours with a total of 100 marks. Like Paper 1, it tests Pure Mathematics only and a calculator is allowed.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Paper code | 9MA0/02 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Calculator | Allowed |
| Weighting | 33.3% of A-Level |
| Content | Pure Mathematics |
The paper typically contains 10-16 questions, progressing from shorter to longer. You must answer all questions.
Although both papers cover the full Pure Mathematics specification and both allow calculators, Edexcel distributes topics so that certain content tends to appear more on one paper than the other. Based on past papers, the following patterns emerge:
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