Summary

• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises Form 3 Mathematics Term 1 2026 Opener Exam with Marking Scheme. The PDF version is also available upon your request. The marking scheme is in a separate document.

  The exam is designed for a duration of 2 hours and carries a total of 100 marks. It is divided into two sections: Section I and Section II. Section I contains 16 compulsory short-answer questions totaling 50 marks. Section II contains 8 structured questions, of which the candidate is required to answer only five, totaling 50 marks. The paper tests a variety of mathematical concepts including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and commercial arithmetic.

  The document covers the following topics:

  • Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) and Least Common Multiple (LCM)
  • Integers and Order of Operations (BODMAS)
  • Converting recurring decimals to fractions
  • Evaluation of expressions without calculators
  • Use of mathematical tables (Squares, Square Roots, and Reciprocals)
  • Algebraic simplification
  • Rate of work calculations
  • Map scales and area conversion (cm² to hectares)
  • Linear inequalities and integral values
  • Foreign exchange rates
  • Equation of a straight line (Perpendicular lines)
  • Angle properties of triangles (Algebraic expressions)
  • Geometric construction (Triangles)
  • Volume and surface area of solids (Cylinders and Spheres)
  • Similarity and enlargement (Area and Volume scale factors)
  • Trigonometric ratios (Complementary angles)
  • Volume and capacity (Buckets and tanks)
  • Construction mathematics (Volume of slabs, mixture ratios, and cost calculation)
  • Angles of depression and elevation
  • Surveying (Field book interpretation and area calculation)
  • Relative speed (Trains and overtaking)
  • Intersecting circles (Common chords and area of shaded regions)
  • Transformations (Rotation, Enlargement, and Reflection)
  • Bearings and scale drawing
• File Size:

  98.71 KB
• Length:

  9 pages
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Form 3
• Subject:

  MATHEMATICS
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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