1. Mathematics and Statistics (AS-Level)

2. WHAT is it? Emphasis is on practical aspect of Mathematics. Mathematics and StatisticsPure Mathematics AS-LevelA-Level 4 lessons per week8 lessons per week Practical aspectTheoretical aspect 6A, B6S6S

3. WHAT are expected? Students’ mathematical and statistical skills are extended for applications in everyday situations, Syllabus: Algebra (1/6) Calculus (1/3) Statistics (1/2)

4. Algebra 1.Permutations and Combination ( 排列與組合 ) e.g. There are 3 routes from A to B and 4 routes from B to C. How many routes are there from A to C via B ? A B C 2.Binomial Expansion 3.Exponential Function 4.Logarithmic Function BACK

5. Calculus 1.Differentiation BACK 2. Integration Area Volume Rate of Change Gradient Max / Min

6. Statistics 1.Basic statistical measures and their interpretation 2.Probability 3.Bernoulli, Binomial, Geometric and Poisson distributionsBinomial 4.Normal distribution NEXT

7. Poisson Distribution Examples include:  Daily Life e.g. The number of spelling mistakes a secretary makes while typing a single page.  Biology e.g. The number of mutations in a given stretch of DNA after a certain amount of radiation.  Physics e.g. The number of stars in a given volume of space. BACK

8. WHO is recommended to take the subject? wish to widening perspectives on mathematics. wish to study social sciences / computer studies / engineering / business. attain a “C” or above in Maths /A.Maths at CE level.

9. HOW can I take the course ? Starting from the academic year 2007/2008 Class 6A or 6B

10. Further Questions? Feel free to contact Miss Man Sze Wan Mr Shum Cheong Miss Mak Lim Luen Wish to see you in the M&S lessons Thank You!