Physics Paper 4
- Experimental Planning (P): Students learn to design experiments with clear aims, hypotheses, and stepwise procedures to achieve reliable results.
- Data Handling & Presentation (MMO & PDO): Training focuses on accurate observation, measurement, recording, and presentation of experimental results in appropriate formats.
- Analysis & Evaluation (ACE): Students develop skills in interpreting results, identifying trends, drawing valid conclusions, and critically evaluating experimental outcomes.
Details for Paper 4:
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Marks: 50 (20% of total grade)
- This paper will consist of two sections and assess appropriate aspects of objectives C1 to C5 in the following skill areas:
- Planning (P)
- Manipulation, measurement and observation (MMO)
- Presentation of data and observations (PDO)
- Analysis, conclusions and evaluation (ACE)
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