Summary

• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises Grade 10 Core Mathematics Mid Term 2 2026 Exam with Marking Scheme. The PDF version is also available upon your request. The marking scheme is in a different document.

  This exam tests Grade 10 mathematics learners on number theory, algebra, logarithms, quadratic equations, similarity, and transformation geometry — assessing the analytical and problem-solving competencies central to the KCBE Senior School mathematics curriculum.

  • Month Administered: June 2026
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Total Marks: 80 (Section A: 30 marks; Section B: 50 marks)
  • Number of Questions: Section A has compulsory questions; Section B has 5 questions with learners answering any 4
  • Structure:
    • Section A (30 marks) — Short-answer and structured questions; all compulsory
    • Section B (50 marks) — Five extended-response questions; answer any four (10 marks each)

  It covers the following topics:

  • Section A
    • Number theory — rational and irrational numbers, prime and composite numbers
    • Reciprocals — using mathematical tables to find reciprocals and evaluate expressions
    • Indices and powers — index form, solving exponential equations
    • Logarithms — evaluating logarithmic expressions without tables using given log values
    • Algebra — expanding and simplifying algebraic expressions, factorizing quadratic expressions
    • Quadratic equations — forming and solving quadratic equations by factorization
    • Similarity — linear scale factor, finding unknown sides in similar shapes
    • Symmetry — lines of symmetry and order of rotational symmetry for plane figures
  • Section B
    • Indices and logarithms — simplifying index expressions, solving logarithmic equations, enlargement on a coordinate grid
    • Quadratic equations — forming and solving equations from real-life scenarios involving distance, speed, and time
    • Similar figures and solids — scale factors, volumes of similar cylinders, surface area and cost scaling
    • Transformation geometry — reflection in the x-axis, identifying mirror lines, describing reflections, lines of symmetry in combined shapes
    • Congruence and geometry — congruent triangles in a rhombus, calculating side lengths, areas of triangles using diagonals
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  CORE MATHEMATICS

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