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IGCSE Mathematics (0580)

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580), Core and Extended: topic notes with practice questions and worked solutions, plus fully worked 2025 specimen papers.

Start here: the IGCSE Mathematics (0580) complete study notes give the whole syllabus on one page. Topics marked Extended are only examined on the Extended papers.
1Number9 notes

Number Basics

Types of numbers, HCF/LCM, prime factorisation, ordering numbers and basic operations.

Indices and Surds

Laws of indices, zero/negative/fractional powers, and simplifying surds (Extended).

Standard Form

Writing and calculating with very large and very small numbers.

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Converting between forms, and recurring decimals (Extended).

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Simplifying ratios, unitary method, speed/density and other real-world rates.

Percentages

Percentage change, simple and compound interest, and reverse percentages (Extended).

Estimation and Limits of Accuracy

Rounding, significant figures, and upper/lower bounds (Extended).

Time and Money

24-hour clock, timetables, time zones, and currency conversion.

Using a Calculator

Efficient, accurate calculator use — brackets, powers, memory, and checking answers.

2Algebra and Graphs14 notes

Introduction to Algebra

Substitution, simplifying, expanding brackets, and basic factorising.

Advanced Factorising & Completing the SquareExtended

Difference of squares, quadratic trinomials, cubics, and completing the square.

Algebraic FractionsExtended

Simplifying, multiplying, dividing, adding and subtracting algebraic fractions.

Indices II

Applying the index laws to algebraic terms, and solving index equations.

Equations I

Linear equations, simultaneous equations, and changing the subject of a formula.

Equations II (Quadratic & Fractional)Extended

Solving quadratics three ways, fractional equations, and non-linear simultaneous equations.

Inequalities

Number lines, solving linear inequalities, and graphing regions (Extended).

Sequences

Linear, quadratic and cubic nth terms, plus exponential sequences (Extended).

ProportionExtended

Direct and inverse proportion, including square, cube and root relationships.

Graphs in Practical Situations

Conversion graphs, distance-time graphs, and speed-time graphs (Extended).

Graphs of Functions

Plotting quadratics, cubics, reciprocals and exponentials from a table of values.

Sketching Curves

Recognising key features of a graph without plotting every point.

DifferentiationExtended

The power rule, gradients, stationary points, and maxima/minima.

FunctionsExtended

Function notation, domain and range, inverse and composite functions.

3Coordinate Geometry1 note

Coordinate Geometry

Gradient, length, midpoint, equations of lines, and parallel/perpendicular lines.

4Geometry5 notes

Geometrical Terms and Vocabulary

Angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, solids, and circle vocabulary.

Constructions and Scale Drawings

Compass constructions, nets, scale drawings, and three-figure bearings.

Similarity and Symmetry

Scale factors for length, area and volume, and symmetry of 2D/3D shapes.

Angle Properties

Angles at a point, on a line, in parallel lines, and in polygons.

Circle Theorems

All nine circle theorems, from the basic semicircle rule to the alternate segment theorem.

5Mensuration2 notes

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Unit conversions, area/perimeter formulas, and arc length/sector area.

Surface Area, Volume and Compound Shapes

Cuboids, prisms, cylinders, cones, spheres, pyramids, and frustums (Extended).

6Trigonometry3 notes

Pythagoras and Right-Angled Triangle Trigonometry

Pythagoras’ theorem, SOHCAHTOA, and angles of elevation/depression (Extended).

Exact Trig Values and Trigonometric GraphsExtended

Exact values for special angles, sin/cos/tan graphs, and solving trig equations.

Non-Right-Angled Triangles and 3D TrigonometryExtended

Sine rule, cosine rule, the ambiguous case, and 3D Pythagoras/trigonometry.

7Transformations and Vectors2 notes

Transformations

Reflection, rotation, translation, and enlargement (including combined transformations).

Vectors

Vector notation, magnitude, arithmetic, position vectors, and vector geometry proofs (Extended).

8Probability2 notes

Basic Probability and Frequency

The probability scale, theoretical probability, relative and expected frequency.

Probability of Combined Events

Sample space diagrams, Venn diagrams, tree diagrams, and conditional probability (Extended).

9Statistics3 notes

Classifying Data, Averages and Range

Data types, mean/median/mode/range, and choosing the right average.

Statistical Charts and Scatter Diagrams

Bar charts, pie charts, pictograms, stem-and-leaf diagrams, and scatter diagrams.

Cumulative Frequency Diagrams and HistogramsExtended

Estimating median/quartiles from an ogive, and histograms with frequency density.

📄Past Papers: Worked Solutions13 papers

0580/01 Specimen Paper 2025 (Paper 1 Core)

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0580/04 Specimen Paper 2025 (Paper 4 Extended Calculator)

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0580/32 February/March 2024 (Paper 3 Core)

0580/22 February/March 2024 (Paper 2 Extended)

0580/42 February/March 2024 (Paper 4 Extended)

0580/11 May/June 2024 (Paper 1 Core)

0580/21 May/June 2024 (Paper 2 Extended)

0580/12 May/June 2024 (Paper 1 Core)

0580/22 May/June 2024 (Paper 2 Extended)

0580/13 May/June 2024 (Paper 1 Core)

IGCSE Mathematics (0580) Past Papers by Topic

852 real Cambridge IGCSE Maths (0580) past paper questions from 32 papers (May/June 2025 to May/June 2026), sorted by syllabus topic. Every question has a step-by-step worked solution.

Start here: the 0580 past paper questions by topic page lists every topic in one place. Looking for whole papers instead? Open IGCSE Mathematics (0580) for paper-by-paper worked solutions.
1Number293 questions

All Number questions

Every Number subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Types of Number

41 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Sets and Venn Diagrams

16 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Powers and Roots

12 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

28 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Ordering Numbers

6 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

The Four Operations

27 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Indices

25 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Standard Form

15 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Estimation and Rounding

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Limits of Accuracy

12 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Ratio and Proportion

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Rates and Speed

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Percentages

26 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Using a Calculator

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Time

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Money and Exchange Rates

15 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Exponential Growth and Decay

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Surds

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

2Algebra and Graphs187 questions

All Algebra and Graphs questions

Every Algebra and Graphs subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Introduction to Algebra

13 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Algebraic Manipulation

30 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Algebraic Fractions

12 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Equations and Formulae

52 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Inequalities

15 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Sequences

20 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Direct and Inverse Proportion

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Graphs in Practical Situations

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Graphs of Functions

15 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Differentiation

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Functions

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

3Coordinate Geometry22 questions

All Coordinate Geometry questions

Every Coordinate Geometry subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Drawing Linear Graphs

4 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Gradient of Linear Graphs

2 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Length and Midpoint

2 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Equations of Linear Graphs

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Parallel Lines

3 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Perpendicular Lines

6 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

4Geometry120 questions

All Geometry questions

Every Geometry subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Geometrical Terms and Nets

23 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Geometrical Constructions

6 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Scale Drawings and Bearings

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Similarity

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Symmetry

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Angles

34 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Circle Theorems

18 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

5Mensuration66 questions

All Mensuration questions

Every Mensuration subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Units of Measure

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Area and Perimeter

13 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Circles, Arcs and Sectors

16 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Surface Area and Volume

27 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Compound Shapes and Parts of Shapes

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

6Trigonometry47 questions

All Trigonometry questions

Every Trigonometry subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Pythagoras’ Theorem

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Right-Angled Trigonometry

10 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Exact Trigonometric Values

7 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Trigonometric Functions

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Non-Right-Angled Triangles

10 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Pythagoras and Trigonometry in 3D

6 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

7Transformations and Vectors36 questions

All Transformations and Vectors questions

Every Transformations and Vectors subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Transformations

19 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Vectors in Two Dimensions

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Vector Geometry

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

8Probability24 questions

All Probability questions

Every Probability subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Introduction to Probability

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Relative and Expected Frequencies

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Probability of Combined Events

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

9Statistics57 questions

All Statistics questions

Every Statistics subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Averages and Range

23 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Statistical Charts and Diagrams

18 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Scatter Diagrams

7 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Cumulative Frequency

2 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Histograms

7 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Edexcel International GCSE Maths A (Modular, 4XMA1) — Unit 1 Higher

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A (Modular) — Unit 1, Higher tier. The 17 topics below follow the Unit 1 scheme of work. Each card links to notes, practice questions and worked solutions that cover that topic, and the line under the title says which part of the topic it covers. Higher tier assumes Foundation content is already known.
Paper 4WM1H/012 hours100 marksCalculator allowedShow full working
1Decimals3 resources
Exam focusRecurring decimal → fraction is a 2–3 mark question: show the algebra (e.g. 100x − x), not just the answer.

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Converting recurring decimals into fractions.

Estimation and Limits of Accuracy

Rounding to significant figures and decimal places; estimating calculations.

Using a Calculator

Using a scientific calculator efficiently and checking answers.

2Fractions and Percentages3 resources
Exam focusShow fraction working even though calculators are allowed. A bare answer can score 0 marks.

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Ordering fractions; the four operations with fractions and mixed numbers; converting between forms.

Percentages

One number as a percentage of another; percentage of a quantity.

Number Basics

Foundation refresher: HCF/LCM and ordering numbers.

3Ratio and Proportion 13 resources
Exam focusWrite down the multiplier you use for conversions, and sense-check the size of your answer.

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Worded number problems using ratio and proportion.

Time and Money

Calculations with time and money; converting between currencies.

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Converting standard units of mass, length, area, volume and capacity.

4Surds and Indices2 resources
Exam focusRationalising denominators and fractional/negative indices appear in almost every series.

Indices and Surds

Meaning of surds, simplifying, rationalising a denominator; index laws with numbers.

Indices II

Multiply, divide, brackets, negative, fractional and zero powers.

5Degree of Accuracy1 resource
Exam focusBounds: the maximum of a ÷ b uses upper ÷ lower. Write the bounds down before you calculate.

Estimation and Limits of Accuracy

Upper and lower bounds, and solving problems using bounds.

6Set Language, Notation and Venn Diagrams2 resources
Exam focusFill Venn diagrams from the inside out and check that the regions add up to n(ξ).

Sets, Notation and Venn DiagramsNEW

Set notation (∪, ∩, ∈, ∉, ξ, ∅, A′), subsets, n(A), two- and three-set Venn diagrams, Venn diagrams with algebra.

Probability of Combined Events

Representing sets and finding probabilities from Venn diagrams.

7Algebraic Manipulation5 resources
Exam focusAlgebraic fractions: factorise everything first. Expanding triple brackets is a regular 3-mark question.

Introduction to Algebra

Substitution, collecting like terms, expanding brackets, taking out common factors.

Indices II

Index notation and index laws applied to algebraic terms.

Expanding Triple BracketsNEW

Expanding three brackets, cubing a bracket, and finding unknown coefficients.

Advanced Factorising & Completing the Square

Factorising quadratics and other expressions.

Algebraic Fractions

Algebraic fractions with numeric, linear or quadratic numerators and denominators.

8Linear Equations1 resource
Exam focusWith fractions, multiply every term by the common denominator before doing anything else.

Equations I

Linear equations, with fractions, unknowns on both sides, and forming equations from data.

9Linear Graphs3 resources
Exam focusPerpendicular gradients multiply to −1. Give the equation in the form the question asks for.

Coordinate Geometry

Midpoints, gradient from two points, y = mx + c, parallel and perpendicular lines.

Graphs in Practical Situations

Straight-line conversion graphs and interpreting real-life graphs.

Graphs of Functions

Generating points and plotting linear and quadratic graphs.

10Quadratic Equations, Inequalities and Graphs5 resources
Exam focusQuadratic formula answers usually need 3 s.f. or surd form. Read which. Plot curves smoothly through every point.

Advanced Factorising & Completing the Square

Solving quadratics by factorisation and by completing the square.

Equations II (Quadratic & Fractional)

The quadratic formula, and forming quadratics from a context.

Inequalities

Solving inequalities and showing them on a number line.

Graphs of Functions

Quadratic, cubic and reciprocal graphs (y = Ax³ + Bx² + Cx + D + E/x + F/x²).

Exact Trig Values and Trigonometric Graphs

Graphs of y = sin x, cos x and tan x for any angle.

11Compound Measures3 resources
Exam focusConvert units first (km/h ↔ m/s, cm³ ↔ m³). Pressure = force ÷ area.

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Speed and density as compound measures.

Pressure (from IGCSE Physics 1.8)

Pressure = force ÷ area, with numerical practice.

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Metric conversions for length, area and volume.

12Geometry of Shapes 13 resources
Exam focusGive a geometric reason for every angle, written as a full sentence.

Geometrical Terms and Vocabulary

Types of triangles and quadrilaterals and their properties.

Angle Properties

Intersecting and parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, polygon angles, giving reasons.

Circle Theorems

Calculating angles in circles, with reasons.

13Perimeter, Area and Volume 12 resources
Exam focusArc length = (θ/360) × 2πr, sector area = (θ/360) × πr². Keep π until the final step.

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Triangles, rectangles, parallelograms, trapezia, circles, sectors and compound shapes.

Surface Area, Volume and Compound Shapes

3D solids: faces, edges and vertices.

14Pythagoras’ Theorem and Trigonometry3 resources
Exam focusBearings are measured clockwise from north and written with three figures.

Pythagoras and Right-Angled Triangle Trigonometry

Pythagoras in 2D, SOHCAHTOA, angles of elevation and depression.

Exact Trig Values and Trigonometric Graphs

Sine, cosine and tangent of obtuse angles.

Constructions and Scale Drawings

Bearings and scale drawings.

15Advanced Trigonometry1 resource
Exam focusSine rule for opposite side–angle pairs; cosine rule for three sides, or two sides and the included angle.

Non-Right-Angled Triangles and 3D Trigonometry

Sine rule, cosine rule, ½ab sin C, Pythagoras and trigonometry in 3D (angle between a line and a plane).

16Graphical Representation of Data 13 resources
Exam focusHistograms: frequency = frequency density × class width.

Cumulative Frequency Diagrams and Histograms

Constructing and interpreting histograms using frequency density.

Two-Way TablesNEW

Designing and completing two-way tables for discrete and grouped data; probabilities from tables.

Statistical Charts and Scatter Diagrams

Presenting data in charts and tables.

17Probability4 resources
Exam focusTree diagrams: multiply along branches, add between outcomes. Watch for “without replacement”.

Basic Probability and Frequency

Probability language and scale, theoretical probability, complements, estimated probability, expected frequency.

Probability of Combined Events

Sample spaces, listing outcomes, Venn diagrams, the addition rule and tree diagrams.

Sets, Notation and Venn DiagramsNEW

Probabilities from Venn diagrams, including “given that”.

Two-Way TablesNEW

Probabilities from two-way tables.

18Past Paper Worked Solutions2 resources
Exam focusSit the paper timed first (2 hours, calculator allowed), then mark it against the worked solutions.

4WM1H/01 Specimen Paper (Unit 1 Higher)

Every question of the Pearson specimen paper, worked step by step.

4WM1H/01 May 2025 (Unit 1 Higher)NEW

The May 2025 Unit 1 paper, worked step by step.

19Official Pearson Documents3 resources
Exam focusUse the sample assessment papers as full timed mocks: 2 hours, calculator allowed, no notes.

Specification: International GCSE Mathematics A (Modular)

The full list of what can be examined in each unit.

Sample Assessment Materials

Official sample papers and mark schemes for both units.

Higher Tier Course Planner

Pearson’s teaching order and hours for Units 1 and 2.

Edexcel International GCSE Maths A (Modular, 4XMA1) — Unit 2 Higher

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A (Modular): Unit 2, Higher tier. The 22 topics below follow the Unit 2 scheme of work. Unit 2 assumes everything in Unit 1, so revise both. Each card links to notes, practice questions and worked solutions, with a line saying which part of the topic it covers, and each topic has an exam tip.
Paper 4WM2H/012 hours100 marks50% of the IGCSECalculator allowed
1Special Numbers1 resource
Exam focusUse prime factorisation for HCF and LCM. A Venn diagram of prime factors is the fastest method.

Number Basics

Primes, factors, multiples, HCF and LCM, prime factorisation.

2Percentages1 resource
Exam focusRepeated change: use one multiplier, e.g. 1.03ⁿ. Reverse percentages: divide by the multiplier.

Percentages

Repeated percentage change, compound interest, reverse percentages.

3Ratio and Proportion 22 resources
Exam focusWrite the relationship (e.g. y = kx²), find k, then use the formula.

Proportion

Direct and inverse proportion, including y ∝ x², y ∝ 1/x², y ∝ x³, and their graphs.

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Ratio and rates refresher.

4Indices and Standard Form3 resources
Exam focusStandard form answers must be a × 10ⁿ with 1 ≤ a < 10.

Standard Form

Calculating and solving problems with standard form.

Indices II

Fractional, negative and zero powers.

Indices and Surds

Index laws and surds refresher.

5Proof1 resource
Exam focusUse 2n and 2n + 1. Finish with a sentence that says why your expression proves the statement.

Algebraic ProofNEW

Proofs about integers, identities, completing-the-square proofs, and counterexamples.

6Expressions, Formulae and Rearranging Formulae2 resources
Exam focusIf the subject appears twice, collect those terms on one side and factorise.

Equations I

Changing the subject, including when it appears twice or as a power (Section 6).

Introduction to Algebra

Substituting into expressions and formulae.

7Inequalities2 resources
Exam focusQuadratic inequalities: sketch the parabola to decide whether the answer is between or outside the roots.

Quadratic InequalitiesNEW

Solving quadratic inequalities, number lines, set notation and integer solutions.

Inequalities

Linear inequalities and number lines.

8Sequences2 resources
Exam focusFind n before you use Sₙ = n/2(a + l). A wrong n is the most common error.

Arithmetic Sequences and SeriesNEW

nth term of arithmetic sequences, sum of n terms (Sₙ), finding n from a sum.

Sequences

nth terms of linear and quadratic sequences.

9Graphs of Inequalities1 resource
Exam focusUse dashed lines for < and >, solid lines for ≤ and ≥. Shade (or leave unshaded) exactly as the question says.

Inequalities

Graphing inequalities in two variables and identifying regions (Sections 4–5).

10Harder Graphs and Transformations of Graphs3 resources
Exam focusf(x + a) moves left; f(ax) squashes horizontally by a factor of 1/a.

Transformations of GraphsNEW

f(x) + a, f(x + a), af(x), f(ax) and reflections; tangents to curves; solving equations with graphs.

Graphs of Functions

Plotting cubic, reciprocal and other curves.

Sketching Curves

Sketching curves from their key features.

11Simultaneous Equations2 resources
Exam focusLinear and quadratic: substitute the linear equation into the quadratic, then pair each x with its y.

Equations I

Linear simultaneous equations by substitution and elimination.

Equations II (Quadratic & Fractional)

One linear and one quadratic equation.

12Function Notation1 resource
Exam focusfg(x) means apply g first. For an inverse, swap x and y, then rearrange.

Functions

f(x) notation, domain and range, composite and inverse functions.

13Calculus2 resources
Exam focus“At rest” means v = 0. Always substitute back to find the maximum or minimum value itself.

Differentiation

Power rule, gradients, stationary points, maxima and minima.

Calculus: Kinematics and Practical ProblemsNEW

Displacement, velocity and acceleration; optimisation problems; maximum or minimum?

14Geometry of Shapes 22 resources
Exam focusExterior angles of a polygon add up to 360°. Interior angle = 180° − exterior angle.

Angle Properties

Angles in polygons and parallel lines, with reasons.

Geometrical Terms and Vocabulary

Properties of polygons and quadrilaterals.

15Constructions and Bearings1 resource
Exam focusLeave your construction arcs visible. Bearings are three figures, measured clockwise from north.

Constructions and Scale Drawings

Ruler-and-compass constructions, loci, scale drawings and bearings.

16Perimeter, Area and Volume 21 resource
Exam focusCheck which formulae are given on the formulae sheet. Keep π until the end.

Surface Area, Volume and Compound Shapes

Surface area and volume of prisms, cylinders, cones, spheres and pyramids.

17Transformations1 resource
Exam focus“Describe fully” means name the transformation and give every detail: centre, angle, direction, vector or scale factor.

Transformations

Reflections, rotations, translations, enlargements and combined transformations.

18Circle Properties2 resources
Exam focusLearn the exact wording of each reason. For external chords, PA × PB uses the whole length PB.

Circle Theorems

All the circle angle theorems.

Intersecting Chords and SecantsNEW

Internal and external intersecting chords, and tangent–secant.

19Similar Shapes1 resource
Exam focusArea scale factor = k², volume scale factor = k³.

Similarity and Symmetry

Similar figures: lengths, areas and volumes.

20Vectors1 resource
Exam focusWrite routes through known vectors. Parallel vectors are multiples of each other.

Vectors

Vector notation, magnitude, resultants and vector geometry proofs.

21Graphical Representation of Data 21 resource
Exam focusPlot cumulative frequency at the upper class boundary.

Cumulative Frequency Diagrams and Histograms

Constructing and using cumulative frequency diagrams.

22Statistical Measures2 resources
Exam focusIQR = UQ − LQ, read at n/4 and 3n/4 on the cumulative frequency axis.

Cumulative Frequency Diagrams and Histograms

Median, quartiles and interquartile range from cumulative frequency.

Classifying Data, Averages and Range

Averages and range from tables.

23Official Pearson Documents3 resources
Exam focusUse the sample assessment papers as full timed mocks: 2 hours, calculator allowed, no notes.

Specification: International GCSE Mathematics A (Modular)

The full list of what can be examined in each unit.

Sample Assessment Materials

Official sample papers and mark schemes for both units.

Higher Tier Course Planner

Pearson’s teaching order and hours for Units 1 and 2.

Edexcel International GCSE Maths A (4MA1) Past Papers by Topic

477 real Edexcel International GCSE Maths A (4MA1) Higher past paper questions from 20 papers (Paper 1H and 1HR, January 2020 to June 2025), sorted by specification topic. Every question has a step-by-step worked solution checked against the official mark scheme.

Start here: the 4MA1 past paper questions by topic page lists every topic in one place. Studying the modular course? The same topics are in Unit 1 and Unit 2, with notes and practice questions.
Higher tierPaper 1H & 1HRJan 2020 – Jun 2025Mark-scheme checked
1Numbers and the Number System117 questions

All Numbers and the Number System questions

Every Numbers and the Number System subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Integers, Factors, Multiples and Primes

12 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Fractions

7 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Decimals and Recurring Decimals

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Powers, Roots and Surds

19 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Sets and Venn Diagrams

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Percentages

25 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Ratio and Proportion

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Bounds and Degree of Accuracy

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Standard Form

13 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

2Equations, Formulae and Identities84 questions

All Equations, Formulae and Identities questions

Every Equations, Formulae and Identities subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Algebraic Notation and Indices

5 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Expanding, Factorising and Algebraic Fractions

26 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Formulae and Changing the Subject

3 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Linear Equations

10 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Direct and Inverse Proportion

7 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Simultaneous Equations

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Quadratic Equations

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Inequalities

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

3Sequences, Functions and Graphs78 questions

All Sequences, Functions and Graphs questions

Every Sequences, Functions and Graphs subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Sequences and Arithmetic Series

17 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Functions: Composite and Inverse

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Graphs and Coordinate Geometry

34 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Differentiation (Calculus)

16 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

4Geometry and Trigonometry110 questions

All Geometry and Trigonometry questions

Every Geometry and Trigonometry subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Polygons

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Measures, Speed and Density

14 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Constructions, Loci and Bearings

3 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Circle Theorems

9 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Geometrical Reasoning and Proof

3 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Pythagoras and Trigonometry

34 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Area, Perimeter, Arcs and Sectors

20 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Surface Area and Volume

10 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Similar Shapes

8 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

5Vectors and Transformation Geometry14 questions

All Vectors and Transformation Geometry questions

Every Vectors and Transformation Geometry subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Vectors

11 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Transformations

3 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

6Statistics and Probability74 questions

All Statistics and Probability questions

Every Statistics and Probability subtopic on one page, with links to each question set.

Statistical Diagrams: Histograms and Cumulative Frequency

22 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Averages, Range and Quartiles

22 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Probability

30 past paper questions with step-by-step solutions.

Edexcel GCSE Maths 1MA1 — Foundation

Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) Mathematics 1MA1: Foundation tier. Units follow Pearson’s Foundation scheme of work, in teaching order. Each card shows the grade band it covers, so students can work at their level and push up. The grade ladders at the end test every strand from grade 1 to 9.
Grades 1–53 papers × 1h 30m80 marks eachPaper 1: non-calculatorMost formulae NOT given
Exams are in May/June each year. November entry is only for students aged 16 or over on the preceding 31 August. Only the cone and sphere formulae are given.
1Number: Integers, Decimals, Powers, Roots and Primes5 resources
Exam focusPaper 1 is non-calculator. Practise written methods until they are quick and accurate.
Grades 1–5

Non-Calculator MethodsNEW

Place value, long multiplication and division, decimals, fractions and percentages without a calculator, estimating.

Grades 1–3

Number Basics

Integers, negatives, order of operations, primes, HCF/LCM, squares and roots.

Grades 2–4

Estimation and Limits of Accuracy

Rounding to decimal places and significant figures; estimating; error intervals.

Grades 2–5

Systematic Listing and the Product RuleNEW

Listing combinations systematically; the product rule (Higher).

Grades 1–3

Using a Calculator

Using a calculator efficiently.

2Algebra: Expressions, Substitution, Expanding and Factorising2 resources
Exam focusShow every step when you simplify. Most algebra marks are method marks.
Grades 1–4

Introduction to Algebra

Notation, substituting, collecting like terms, expanding and factorising.

Grades 3–5

Indices II

Index laws with algebra.

3Graphs, Tables and Charts3 resources
Exam focusLabel axes and give pie-chart angles to the nearest degree. Describe correlation in context.
Grades 1–4

Statistical Charts and Scatter Diagrams

Bar charts, pie charts, pictograms, stem-and-leaf and scatter graphs.

Grades 2–5

Sampling, Frequency Polygons and Time SeriesNEW

Frequency polygons and time-series graphs.

Grades 2–4

Two-Way Tables

Designing and completing two-way tables.

4Fractions, Decimals and Percentages2 resources
Exam focusConvert to a common form before comparing. Non-calculator percentages: build from 10%, 5% and 1%.
Grades 1–4

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Converting, ordering and calculating with fractions.

Grades 2–5

Percentages

Percentages of amounts, percentage change, simple interest.

5Equations, Inequalities and Sequences3 resources
Exam focusCheck your solution by substituting it back into the equation.
Grades 2–5

Equations I

Linear equations, including unknowns on both sides and forming equations.

Grades 3–5

Inequalities

Linear inequalities and number lines.

Grades 2–5

Sequences

Term-to-term rules and the nth term of linear sequences.

6Angles, Polygons and Parallel Lines2 resources
Exam focusWrite a geometric reason for every angle you find.
Grades 1–5

Angle Properties

Angles on lines, in triangles, parallel lines and polygons.

Grades 1–3

Geometrical Terms and Vocabulary

Properties of triangles, quadrilaterals and polygons.

7Statistics, Sampling and Averages2 resources
Exam focusChoose the right average, and say why if the question asks.
Grades 1–4

Classifying Data, Averages and Range

Mean, median, mode, range, including from frequency tables.

Grades 2–4

Sampling, Frequency Polygons and Time SeriesNEW

Populations, samples and bias.

8Perimeter, Area and Volume 13 resources
Exam focusFormulae for area and volume are NOT given on Foundation papers (except cone and sphere). Learn them.
Grades 1–5

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Perimeter and area of 2D shapes, circles and compound shapes; unit conversions.

Grades 3–5

Surface Area, Volume and Compound Shapes

Volume and surface area of cuboids and prisms.

Grades 2–5

3D Solids, Plans and ElevationsNEW

Faces, edges, vertices; plans and elevations.

9Real-Life and Algebraic Linear Graphs2 resources
Exam focusGradient = change in y ÷ change in x. Read real-life graphs carefully and include units.
Grades 2–5

Graphs in Practical Situations

Conversion, distance–time and real-life graphs.

Grades 3–5

Coordinate Geometry

Gradient, y = mx + c, midpoints.

10Transformations1 resource
Exam focus“Describe fully” means name the transformation and give every detail it needs.
Grades 2–5

Transformations

Reflection, rotation, translation and enlargement.

11Ratio and Proportion3 resources
Exam focusUse the unitary method: find one part first.
Grades 2–5

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Simplifying and sharing ratios, best buys, recipes.

Grades 4–5

Proportion

Direct and inverse proportion.

Grades 1–3

Time and Money

Time and money calculations, currency conversion.

12Right-Angled Triangles: Pythagoras and Trigonometry2 resources
Exam focusDecide first whether it is a Pythagoras question (two sides) or a trig question (an angle).
Grades 4–5

Pythagoras and Right-Angled Triangle Trigonometry

Pythagoras’ theorem and SOHCAHTOA.

Grade 5

Exact Trig Values and Trigonometric Graphs

Exact values of sin, cos and tan for 0°, 30°, 45°, 60° and 90°.

13Probability4 resources
Exam focusProbabilities are numbers between 0 and 1: never write them as ratios.
Grades 1–4

Basic Probability and Frequency

Probability scale, theoretical and experimental probability, expected frequency.

Grades 2–5

Frequency Trees and Mutually Exclusive EventsNEW

Frequency trees, mutually exclusive events, probabilities summing to 1.

Grades 3–5

Probability of Combined Events

Sample spaces, Venn diagrams and tree diagrams.

Grades 3–5

Sets, Notation and Venn Diagrams

Venn diagrams and set notation.

14Multiplicative Reasoning: Percentages, Rates and Compound Measures3 resources
Exam focusCompound interest: use a multiplier, e.g. × 1.04ⁿ.
Grades 3–5

Percentages

Repeated percentage change, compound interest, reverse percentages.

Grades 3–5

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Speed, density and other compound measures.

Grade 5

Pressure (from IGCSE Physics 1.8)

Pressure = force ÷ area.

15Constructions: Plans and Elevations, Loci, Scale Drawings and Bearings3 resources
Exam focusLeave construction arcs visible. Bearings are three figures, clockwise from north.
Grades 2–5

3D Solids, Plans and ElevationsNEW

Plans and elevations of 3D shapes.

Grades 3–5

Constructions and LociNEW

Ruler-and-compass constructions and loci.

Grades 2–5

Constructions and Scale Drawings

Constructing triangles, scale drawings and bearings.

16Quadratic Equations and Graphs3 resources
Exam focusFactorise to solve x² + bx + c = 0, and read roots from where the graph crosses the x-axis.
Grades 4–5

Advanced Factorising & Completing the Square

Expanding double brackets and factorising quadratics.

Grade 5

Equations II (Quadratic & Fractional)

Solving quadratics by factorising.

Grades 4–5

Graphs of Functions

Plotting quadratic graphs; roots and turning points.

17Perimeter, Area and Volume 2: Circles, Cylinders, Cones and Spheres2 resources
Exam focusKeep π in your working and round only at the end.
Grades 3–5

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Circumference, area of circles, arcs and sectors.

Grades 4–5

Surface Area, Volume and Compound Shapes

Cylinders, cones and spheres.

18Fractions, Reciprocals, Standard Form and Indices3 resources
Exam focusStandard form: a × 10ⁿ with 1 ≤ a < 10.
Grades 4–5

Standard Form

Writing and calculating in standard form.

Grades 4–5

Indices and Surds

Zero and negative indices.

Grades 3–5

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Fraction arithmetic and reciprocals.

19Congruence, Similarity and Vectors3 resources
Exam focusSimilar shapes: find the scale factor first. Congruent shapes: name the condition.
Grades 4–5

Congruent Triangles and Geometric ProofNEW

SSS, SAS, ASA, RHS.

Grades 4–5

Similarity and Symmetry

Similar shapes and scale factors.

Grades 4–5

Vectors

Column vectors: adding, subtracting, multiplying by a number.

20Rearranging, Cubic and Reciprocal Graphs, Simultaneous Equations3 resources
Exam focusFor simultaneous equations, find one unknown, then substitute back to find the other.
Grades 4–5

Equations I

Changing the subject; linear simultaneous equations.

Grades 4–5

Graphs of Functions

Cubic and reciprocal graphs.

Grades 4–5

Sketching Curves

Recognising graph shapes.

21Grade Ladder Practice (all strands)5 resources
Exam focusWork up each ladder until the questions get hard: that’s your current grade. Revise those topics, then try again.
Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: NumberNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: AlgebraNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: Ratio, Proportion and RatesNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: Geometry and MeasuresNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: Probability and StatisticsNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

22Official Pearson Documents2 resources
Exam focusPast papers and mark schemes are on Pearson’s qualification page, under Course materials → Exam materials.

Specification: GCSE (9–1) Mathematics 1MA1

Full content list with Foundation and Higher statements.

Pearson GCSE Mathematics qualification page

Past papers, mark schemes, examiner reports and schemes of work.

Edexcel GCSE Maths 1MA1 — Higher

Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) Mathematics 1MA1: Higher tier. Units follow Pearson’s Higher scheme of work, in teaching order. Each card shows the grade band it covers, so students can work at their level and push up. The grade ladders at the end test every strand from grade 1 to 9.
Grades 4–9 (3 allowed)3 papers × 1h 30m80 marks eachPaper 1: non-calculatorMost formulae NOT given
Exams are in May/June each year. November entry is only for students aged 16 or over on the preceding 31 August. Only the cone and sphere formulae are given.
1Number and Calculation6 resources
Exam focusSurds and fractional indices appear on almost every Higher paper. Show exact working.
Grades 4–5

Non-Calculator MethodsNEW

Written methods for the non-calculator paper.

Grades 5–8

Indices and Surds

Index laws, fractional and negative indices, surds.

Grades 4–6

Standard Form

Standard form calculations.

Grades 4–7

Estimation and Limits of Accuracy

Rounding, estimation, error intervals and bounds.

Grades 5–7

Systematic Listing and the Product RuleNEW

The product rule for counting.

Grades 6–7

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Recurring decimals to fractions.

2Algebra and Sequences3 resources
Exam focusQuadratic nth term: halve the second difference to get the n² coefficient.
Grades 4–5

Introduction to Algebra

Notation, substitution, expanding and factorising.

Grades 4–6

Equations I

Solving and forming equations; changing the subject.

Grades 4–7

Sequences

Linear, quadratic and geometric sequences.

3Averages and Data4 resources
Exam focusCompare an average and a spread, both in context.
Grades 4–5

Classifying Data, Averages and Range

Averages from tables and grouped data.

Grades 4–5

Statistical Charts and Scatter Diagrams

Charts and scatter graphs.

Grades 4–5

Sampling, Frequency Polygons and Time SeriesNEW

Sampling, frequency polygons and time series.

Grades 4–5

Two-Way Tables

Two-way tables.

4Fractions, Ratio and Proportion3 resources
Exam focusReverse percentages: divide by the multiplier, never subtract the percentage.
Grades 4–5

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Fraction arithmetic.

Grades 4–6

Percentages

Reverse percentages and compound change.

Grades 4–6

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Ratio problems and compound measures.

5Angles and Trigonometry3 resources
Exam focusBearings and trig are often combined: draw a clear diagram first.
Grades 4–5

Angle Properties

Angles in polygons and parallel lines, with reasons.

Grades 4–6

Pythagoras and Right-Angled Triangle Trigonometry

Pythagoras and SOHCAHTOA in 2D.

Grades 5–6

Exact Trig Values and Trigonometric Graphs

Exact trig values.

6Graphs4 resources
Exam focusPerpendicular gradients multiply to −1.
Grades 4–7

Coordinate Geometry

Straight lines, parallel and perpendicular lines.

Grades 4–6

Graphs in Practical Situations

Real-life graphs.

Grades 5–7

Graphs of Functions

Quadratic, cubic, reciprocal and exponential graphs.

Grades 5–7

Sketching Curves

Sketching curves.

7Measures: Area, Volume and Bounds3 resources
Exam focusBounds: think about which bound makes the answer biggest or smallest.
Grades 4–6

Units, Area, Perimeter and Circles

Areas, arcs and sectors.

Grades 5–7

Surface Area, Volume and Compound Shapes

Cones, spheres, pyramids and composite solids.

Grades 6–8

Estimation and Limits of Accuracy

Upper and lower bounds.

8Transformations and Constructions4 resources
Exam focusNegative scale factors put the image on the other side of the centre, upside down.
Grades 4–7

Transformations

Transformations, including negative scale factors and combinations.

Grades 4–6

Constructions and LociNEW

Constructions and loci.

Grades 4–5

3D Solids, Plans and ElevationsNEW

Plans and elevations.

Grades 4–5

Constructions and Scale Drawings

Scale drawings and bearings.

9Equations and Inequalities4 resources
Exam focusQuadratic inequalities: sketch the graph before you decide on the region.
Grades 5–8

Equations II (Quadratic & Fractional)

The quadratic formula; linear and quadratic simultaneous equations.

Grades 6–7

Advanced Factorising & Completing the Square

Completing the square.

Grades 4–7

Inequalities

Linear inequalities and regions.

Grades 7–8

Quadratic Inequalities

Quadratic inequalities.

10Probability4 resources
Exam focusWithout replacement: both the numerator and the denominator go down by 1.
Grades 5–8

Probability of Combined Events

Tree diagrams, independent and dependent events, conditional probability.

Grades 4–7

Frequency Trees and Mutually Exclusive EventsNEW

Frequency trees and conditional probability.

Grades 5–8

Sets, Notation and Venn Diagrams

Venn diagrams and set notation.

Grades 4–5

Basic Probability and Frequency

Relative and expected frequency.

11Multiplicative Reasoning3 resources
Exam focusGrowth and decay: multiplier to the power of n.
Grades 5–7

Percentages

Growth, decay and compound interest.

Grades 5–6

Ratio, Proportion and Rates

Compound measures.

Grades 5–6

Pressure (from IGCSE Physics 1.8)

Pressure = force ÷ area.

12Similarity and Congruence in 2D and 3D2 resources
Exam focusArea scale factor k², volume scale factor k³.
Grades 5–8

Congruent Triangles and Geometric ProofNEW

Congruence conditions and proofs.

Grades 6–8

Similarity and Symmetry

Similar areas and volumes.

13Further Trigonometry3 resources
Exam focusSine rule for opposite pairs; cosine rule for three sides, or two sides and the included angle.
Grades 7–8

Non-Right-Angled Triangles and 3D Trigonometry

Sine rule, cosine rule, ½ab sin C and 3D trigonometry.

Grades 6–8

Exact Trig Values and Trigonometric Graphs

Trig graphs.

Grades 7–8

Transformations of Graphs

Transforming trig graphs.

14Statistics: Cumulative Frequency, Box Plots and Histograms2 resources
Exam focusHistograms: frequency = frequency density × class width.
Grades 6–8

Cumulative Frequency Diagrams and Histograms

Cumulative frequency, histograms with unequal widths.

Grades 5–7

Box Plots and Comparing DistributionsNEW

Box plots and comparing distributions.

15Quadratics and Graphs4 resources
Exam focusTurning points come from completing the square: (x + p)² + q gives the minimum point (−p, q).
Grades 6–8

Advanced Factorising & Completing the Square

Completing the square and turning points.

Grades 7–9

Equation of a Circle and TangentsNEW

Equation of a circle and tangents.

Grades 7–9

Iteration and Numerical MethodsNEW

Iteration and numerical methods.

Grades 6–7

Graphs of Functions

Cubic and reciprocal graphs.

16Circle Geometry1 resource
Exam focusLearn the exact reason wording for every circle theorem.
Grades 7–9

Circle Theorems

All circle theorems, with reasons.

17Advanced Algebra5 resources
Exam focusAlgebraic fractions: factorise everything first, then cancel.
Grades 7–9

Algebraic Fractions

Simplifying and solving with algebraic fractions.

Grades 7–9

Algebraic Proof

Algebraic proof.

Grades 6–7

Expanding Triple Brackets

Expanding triple brackets.

Grades 7–8

Equations I

Changing the subject when it appears twice.

Grades 7–8

Indices and Surds

Rationalising denominators.

18Vectors and Geometric Proof2 resources
Exam focusWrite vector routes in terms of the given vectors. Parallel vectors are multiples of each other.
Grades 7–9

Vectors

Vector geometry and proof.

Grades 7–8

Congruent Triangles and Geometric ProofNEW

Geometric proof using congruence.

19Functions, Graphs and Proportion5 resources
Exam focusf(x + a) moves the graph left; fg(x) means apply g first.
Grades 7–9

Functions

Composite and inverse functions.

Grades 7–9

Transformations of Graphs

Translations and reflections of graphs.

Grades 6–9

Rates of Change: Gradients and Areas Under GraphsNEW

Gradients and areas under graphs; rates of change.

Grades 6–8

Proportion

Proportion equations and graphs.

Grades 6–7

Sketching Curves

Exponential graphs.

20Grade Ladder Practice (all strands)5 resources
Exam focusWork up each ladder until the questions get hard: that’s your current grade. Revise those topics, then try again.
Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: NumberNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: AlgebraNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: Ratio, Proportion and RatesNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: Geometry and MeasuresNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

Grades 1–9

Grade Ladder: Probability and StatisticsNEW

18 questions from grade 1 to 9, two per grade, each tagged with its grade, spec code and calculator rule.

21Official Pearson Documents2 resources
Exam focusPast papers and mark schemes are on Pearson’s qualification page, under Course materials → Exam materials.

Specification: GCSE (9–1) Mathematics 1MA1

Full content list with Foundation and Higher statements.

Pearson GCSE Mathematics qualification page

Past papers, mark schemes, examiner reports and schemes of work.

IGCSE Physics

Cambridge IGCSE Physics, unit by unit: revision notes, numerical practice questions and worked solutions.

1Unit 1: Motion, Forces and Energy7 topics

IGCSE Physics 1.1 — Measurement of Physical Quantities

IGCSE Physics 1.2 — Motion

IGCSE Physics 1.3-1.4 — Mass, Weight and Density

IGCSE Physics 1.5 — Forces

IGCSE Physics 1.6 — Momentum

IGCSE Physics 1.7 — Energy, Work and Power

IGCSE Physics 1.8 — Pressure

2Unit 2: Thermal Physics1 topic

IGCSE Physics Unit 2 — Thermal Physics

3Unit 3: Waves1 topic

IGCSE Physics Unit 3 — Waves

4Unit 4: Electricity and Magnetism1 topic

Electricity and Magnetism (Unit 4)

5Unit 5: Nuclear Physics1 topic

IGCSE Physics Unit 5 — Nuclear Physics

6Unit 6: Space Physics1 topic

IGCSE Physics Unit 6 — Space Physics

7Additional Class Notes (full-topic pages)12 topics

Measurement of Physical Quantities

Mass, Weight and Density

Energy (Work and Energy)

Electricity and Magnetism II

IGCSE Chemistry

Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry, topic by topic: revision notes, practice questions and worked solutions.

1Topic 1: States of Matter1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — States of Matter

2Topic 2: Atoms, Elements and Compounds1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Atoms, Elements and Compounds

3Topic 3: Stoichiometry1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Stoichiometry

4Topic 4: Electrochemistry1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Electrochemistry

5Topic 5: Chemical Energetics1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Chemical Energetics

6Topic 6: Chemical Reactions1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Chemical Reactions

7Topic 7: Acids, Bases and Salts1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Acids, Bases and Salts

8Topic 8: The Periodic Table1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — The Periodic Table

9Topic 9: Metals1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Metals

10Topic 10: Chemistry of the Environment1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Chemistry of the Environment

11Topic 11: Organic Chemistry1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Organic Chemistry

12Topic 12: Experimental Techniques and Analysis1 topic

IGCSE Chemistry — Experimental Techniques and Analysis

IGCSE Accounting

Cambridge IGCSE Accounting, topic by topic: notes, practice questions and worked solutions, from double entry to financial statements.

1Topic 1: Fundamentals of Accounting1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Fundamentals of Accounting

2Topic 2: Double Entry and Ledgers1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Double Entry and Ledgers

3Topic 3: Business Documents and Books of Prime Entry1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Business Documents and Books of Prime Entry

4Topic 4: Trial Balance and Correction of Errors1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Trial Balance and Correction of Errors

5Topic 5: Bank Reconciliation1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Bank Reconciliation

6Topic 6: Control Accounts1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Control Accounts

7Topic 7: Capital and Revenue Expenditure1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Capital and Revenue Expenditure

8Topic 8: Depreciation and Non-Current Assets1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Depreciation and Non-Current Assets

9Topic 9: Accruals, Prepayments and Irrecoverable Debts1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Accruals, Prepayments and Irrecoverable Debts

10Topic 10: Inventory Valuation1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Inventory Valuation

11Topic 11: Sole Traders’ Financial Statements1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Sole Traders’ Financial Statements

12Topic 12: Partnerships1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Partnerships

13Topic 13: Limited Companies1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Limited Companies

14Topic 14: Manufacturing Accounts1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Manufacturing Accounts

15Topic 15: Clubs and Societies1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Clubs and Societies

16Topic 16: Incomplete Records1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Incomplete Records

17Topic 17: Accounting Ratios and Interpretation1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Accounting Ratios and Interpretation

18Topic 18: Accounting Concepts, Ethics and Technology1 topic

IGCSE Accounting — Accounting Concepts, Ethics and Technology

CBSE Class X Mathematics

CBSE Class 10 Mathematics, chapter by chapter: notes, practice questions and worked solutions.

1Unit I: Number Systems1 topic

CBSE X Maths — Real Numbers

2Unit II: Algebra4 topics

CBSE X Maths — Polynomials

CBSE X Maths — Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables

CBSE X Maths — Quadratic Equations

CBSE X Maths — Arithmetic Progressions

3Unit III: Coordinate Geometry1 topic

CBSE X Maths — Coordinate Geometry

4Unit IV: Geometry2 topics

CBSE X Maths — Triangles: Similarity

CBSE X Maths — Circles: Tangents

5Unit V: Trigonometry3 topics

CBSE X Maths — Introduction to Trigonometry

CBSE X Maths — Trigonometric Identities

CBSE X Maths — Heights and Distances

6Unit VI: Mensuration2 topics

CBSE X Maths — Areas Related to Circles

CBSE X Maths — Surface Areas and Volumes

7Unit VII: Statistics and Probability2 topics

CBSE X Maths — Statistics

CBSE X Maths — Probability

8Extra Revision Resources1 topic

CBSE Class 10 Maths — Key Topics Revision

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