Level 5 Module 2

exemplar with comments

2016-DSE Please stick the barcode label here.

MATH EP
M2

HONG KONG EXAMINATIONS AND ASSESSMENT AUTHORITY

HONG KONG DIPLOMA OF SECONDARY EDUCATION EXAMINATION 2016

Candidate Number

MATHEMATICS Extended Part

Module 2 (Algebra and Calculus)
Question-Answer Book

8.30 am – 11.00 am (2½ hours)

This paper must be answered in English

INSTRUCTIONS

(1) After the announcement of the start of the

examination, you should first write your
Candidate Number in the space provided on
Page 1 and stick barcode labels in the spaces
provided on Pages 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11.

(2) This paper consists of TWO sections, A and B.

(3) Attempt ALL questions in this paper. Write your

answers in the spaces provided in this Question-
Answer Book. Do not write in the margins.
Answers written in the margins will not be
marked.

(4) Graph paper and supplementary answer sheets

will be supplied on request. Write your
Candidate Number, mark the question number
box and stick a barcode label on each sheet,
and fasten them with string INSIDE this book.

(5) Unless otherwise specified, all working must be

clearly shown.

(6) Unless otherwise specified, numerical answers

must be exact.

(7) No extra time will be given to candidates for

sticking on the barcode labels or filling in the
question number boxes after the ‘Time is up’
announcement.
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2016-DSE-MATH-EP(M2)–1 1 *A032e001*

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The candidate demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the concepts

underpinning algebra and calculus in the curriculum by applying them successfully at a sophisticated
level to a wide range of unfamiliar situations as in Questions 9, 10, 11 and 12.
He/She is able to communicate and express views and arguments precisely and logically using
mathematical language, notations and diagrams, such as using binomial theorem in Question 1, limit
notations in Question 2, differentiation symbols in Questions 3 and 4, mathematical induction in
Question 5, trigonometric formulas in Question 6, integration symbols in Questions 7 and 10, matrix
notations in Questions 8 and 11, derivative tests in Question 9 and vector manipulations in
Question 12.
He/She also provides complex mathematical proofs in a logical, rigorous and concise manner
in Questions 10, 11 and 12.
It can be concluded that the candidate has the ability to integrate knowledge and skills from
different areas of the curriculum in handling complex tasks using a variety of strategies.