GCSE mathematics stratified sampling questions appear on many exam papers and you can download the questions here. They can be a little challenging and please do practice all of the problems. The main things to remember when working with GCSE mathematics stratified sampling questions are: Check that you know the total population size - this is sometimes given, although … [Read more...]

GCSE maths standard form - or 'scientific notation' - questions appear on many exam papers and you can download the questions here. They can be relatively straightforward although you need to be careful about making sure that you apply the rules. The main things to remember when working with GCSE standard form questions are: Always make sure you check the number of … [Read more...]

How to write numbers in standard form or scientific notation .. is becoming quite popular as an exam question. The whole idea is to be able to use a common method that is easy to communicate. The problem with numbers is all the zero's - while it can look impressive on a maths paper, there's a huge difference between 14 000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 (that's 27 zeros) and … [Read more...]

Here's a range of older curriculum GCSE practice papers. View YouTube videos here for new 9-1 grade. I'll add the answer papers soon, although I'm sure you're working through plenty of practice exam papers. Here's 6 tips to help you answer maths word problems and developing independent learning skills. You never know, you might be heading for one of 10 seriously brilliant … [Read more...]

Percentage change is a useful way of describing a value over time. This series of 3 minute math is designed as a quick reminder for some of the main topics. I hope they help to provide a focus and a way forward. If you need any more detail please search the site or contact me – always pleased to answer any questions! All the very best with your studies. Where is … [Read more...]