How hard is EXT 2 maths?

Sitting an Extension 2 paper can be a daunting prospect: it is arguably the hardest high school maths paper in Australia. While considerable mathematical ability may be required to score the very top mark, with the right approach even average students can achieve a strong result.

What is a good mark in extension 2 maths?

Mathematics courses General Mathematics: 35/50 or 70/100. Mathematics Advanced: 42/50 or 84/100. Mathematics Extension 1: 47/50 or 94/100. Mathematics Extension 2: 48/50 or 98/100.

How do I get the math 2 extension?

My hacks for scoring 100/100 in Extension 2 Mathematics

  1. Step 1: Learning and revising concepts. When studying mathematics, I start by revising any concepts learnt during class.
  2. Step 2: Attempt practice questions.
  3. Step 3: Mark your own work.
  4. Step 4: Complete past papers.

How many units is maths extension 2?

2 units
MATHEMATICS EXTENSION COURSES If you study Mathematics Extension 2 (2 units), then Mathematics Extension 1 accounts for 2 units. This is calculated by doubling the mark received for the 1-unit course.

Are math extensions worth it?

Effort. Whilst Maths Extension 1 is a high scaling subject, it is still only worth one unit, and the amount of time you spend on it should reflect both of these aspects. When doing 3 units of maths (Maths Advanced + Extenson 1), you should be spending around 30% of your study time on maths.

What is the difference between extension 1 and 2 in maths?

In addition, Maths Extension 1 is now worth 2 units instead of 1, which means you will have 4 strong scaling units. With Maths Extension 2 being the highest scaling subject in the HSC, it may be easier for you to attain a higher ATAR compared to other subjects.

What subjects give you a good ATAR?

For example the top ATAR mark of students who incorporated the following subjects into their final result were:

  • Ancient History – 99.95.
  • Entertainment Industry Exam – 95.65.
  • Italian Beginners – 99.7.
  • Legal Studies – 99.95.
  • Mathematics General – 99.85.
  • PDH&PE – 99.85.

Does VCE history get scaled up?

When are scores scaled? VCE studies are always scaled in the year in which you undertook them. This may not necessarily be in the year in which you receive your ATAR.

When did the extension 2 syllabus change?

The new syllabuses for Year 12 Standard English, Advanced English, Standard Mathematics 1 and 2, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Modern History and Ancient History will be effective for NSW students commencing Year 12 in October 2018.

What is the difference between maths extension 1 and 2?

Does extension maths scale well?

Q4: How well Extension 1 Maths scale? 3U maths scales very well. In 2015, you could score a band E4 (the highest band for an extension subject) with a raw mark of 68/100. That is to say that your marks will be significantly inflated from your raw marks if you do reasonably well.