Economics

Assessment

There are three examination papers, each contributing 1/3 towards the final A Level grade. Papers 1 and 2 Paper 1: Individuals, Firms, Markets and Market failure Paper 2: The National and International Economy Each paper has two sections: Section A: Two data response questions are set; candidates answer one (40 marks). Section B: Three essay questions are set; candidates answer one (40 marks). Paper 3 - Synoptic paper assessing both micro and macroeconomics Section A: multiple choice questions (30 marks) Section B: a compulsory data response question (50 marks)