Paper 2 – Evaluating Questions and the Decision Making Exercise

 The majority of candidates used the required report and structures style.  Many candidates produced full mark responses to EV questions.  More students than ever managed to produce 17+ reports.

 Candidates should make better use of “source hints” regarding background KU.  Discourage candidates from saying, “From my background knowledge….”  Ensure that candidates always comment on (Rebut) the arguments against their chosen option.  Every source should be used.  No marks should be awarded for “To what extent…” questions if pupils do not fully answer the question and show both sides.  Candidates should not spend too much time on the EV questions.

 Answer the EV questions first.  Use the style most appropriate for a report.  Use the sources. (Do not just quote)  Develop references in sources to develop background knowledge.  Provide balance between viewpoints.  Annotate sources and background information.

 Provide balance between views.  Integrate KU, written and statistical sources.  Write in a report format.  Use all statistical sources.  Provide a detailed range of arguments for and against with a rebuttal.