Students, here are the instructions for whenever you download a mock exam from IB Math Study.
- The total number of marks on the exam corresponds to the number of minutes you should spend on it (it is actually a tiny bit more). For example, a 50-mark exam should be completed in 50 minutes.
- You may use the IB Formula Booklet at all times, just like in the real exam. However, no notes, textbooks, or other resources are allowed.
- Be mindful of the questions that you can and the ones you cannot use a GDC. If you take the AA course, you can only use the GDC for papers 2 and 3 (the latter being a component of the HL curriculum). Now, for the AI courses, you can use a GDC at all times.
- Pay attention to whether a question allows the use of a GDC (Graphical Display Calculator).
- Print the exam beforehand and write all your answers directly on the printed pages. Please do not answer on separate sheets or digital devices.
Grade boundaries
It is important to note that these grade boundaries are stricter than those typically found on IB Math exams, and for good reason. In a mock exam, students are usually assessed on just two or three topics, which makes preparation significantly easier. In contrast, the official IB Math exams, taken at the end of Year 2, cover the entire syllabus—meaning any topic can appear. This comprehensive scope, combined with the higher stakes and pressure of the final exam, makes it considerably more challenging for students to perform at their best.
Percentage | Final grade |
90% to 100% | 7 |
80% to 90% | 6 |
70% to 80% | 5 |
60% to 70% | 4 |
50% to 60% | 3 |
30% to 50% | 2 |
0% to 30% | 1 |