9709 · Cambridge International AS Level
9709/21
Pure Mathematics 2 (9709/2)
Mathematics · June 2024 · Variant 1
Relative difficulty
Analysis source: Cambridge Assessment International Education
3.5 / 5
125
185 min
Calculus and Trigonometric Applications
Cohort performance
Session statistics from official examination reports
Total marks
125
Duration
185 min
Session difficulty
3.5 / 5
Key examiner messages
Top priorities from the principal examiner before you revise
The May/June 2024 series for Papers 11 and 21 presents a balanced yet rigorous set of challenges.
Paper 11 (Pure 1) and Paper 21 (Pure 2) continue to emphasize deep conceptual understanding over rote memorization, forcing students to navigate multi-step calculus problems, complex trigonometry proofs, and precise algebraic formulations.
Question difficulty map
How candidates performed on each question in this series
No data available in official reports
Assessment objectives
Skill and AO weighting from official examiner commentary
Skill weighting
Shows the skill mix this paper tested most heavily.
Algebraic Manipulation
Weight: 10100%Calculus Techniques
Weight: 880%Graphical Interpretation
Weight: 660%Strategic
Weight: 440%Problem Solving & Reasoning
Weight: 330%Iterative & Approach
Weight: 220%Approach
Weight: 110%
Method marks watchlist
Where working, steps, or method marks were commonly lost
No data available in official reports
Recurring mistakes across years
Themes examiners flag in multiple recent sessions for this subject
No data available in official reports
Question choice intelligence
Mean scores and popularity for optional questions (HKDSE electives)
No data available in official reports
Level exemplars
What candidate scripts at each grade level looked like
No data available in official reports
Grade & admission context
How marks relate to grade thresholds and entry standards
Report type
Cambridge Principal Examiner Report — component performance and international standards
Level A
Approx. 73% of maximum mark
Level B
Approx. 62% of maximum mark
Level C
Approx. 49% of maximum mark
Level D
Approx. 35% of maximum mark
Level E
Approx. 22% of maximum mark
Deep insights
What top candidates did
Techniques and approaches examiners rewarded in this series
No data available in official reports
Command word playbook
How to match each command word to the expected response style
Match the expected response style for “Find” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Show” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Solve” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Deduce” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Prove” questions.
Give reasons and link mechanism to outcome; each point needs a because/so chain.
Match the expected response style for “Sketch” questions.
Time traps
Sections where candidates spent disproportionate time relative to marks
Min per mark: 1.5
Min per mark: 1.5
Min per mark: 1.5
Min per mark: 1.5
Syllabus traceability
Topics linked to questions and mark weighting in this session
Integration (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
18 marks this session
Differentiation (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
16 marks this session
Series (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
13 marks this session
Trigonometry (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
12 marks this session
Trigonometry (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
10 marks this session
MCQ trap analytics
Commonly chosen wrong options from examiner commentary
No data available in official reports
Topic heatmap across years
Mark concentration by topic and exam year for this subject
Mark intensity
Series (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
Integration (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
Differentiation (Pure Mathematics 1)
Differentiation (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
Differentiation (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
Algebra (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
Differentiation (Pure Mathematics 2)
Trigonometry (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
Difficulty trend
How session difficulty has shifted across recent years
Paper comparison
Marks and duration breakdown across papers in this session
Paper 11 (Pure Mathematics 1):
Paper 21 (Pure Mathematics 2):
Marks you can still earn
Where valid approaches outside the mark scheme may still gain credit
No data available in official reports
Practise what examiners flagged
Target weak topics from this report inside the Revui app
Integration (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
18 marks this session
Practise in RevuiDifferentiation (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
16 marks this session
Practise in RevuiSeries (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
13 marks this session
Practise in RevuiTrigonometry (Pure Mathematics 1 (for Paper 1))
12 marks this session
Practise in RevuiTrigonometry (Pure Mathematics 2 (for Paper 2))
10 marks this session
Practise in RevuiSelf-diagnostic checklist
Key actions before you sit this paper — copy and tick off as you revise
- 1Message
The May/June 2024 series for Papers 11 and 21 presents a balanced yet rigorous set of challenges.
- 2Message
Paper 11 (Pure 1) and Paper 21 (Pure 2) continue to emphasize deep conceptual understanding over rote memorization, forcing students to navigate multi-step calculus problems, complex trigonometry proofs, and precise algebraic formulations.
Teacher briefing pack
One-page session summary for tutors and classroom review
June 2024 2024
Mathematics
The May/June 2024 series for Papers 11 and 21 presents a balanced yet rigorous set of challenges. Paper 11 (Pure 1) and Paper 21 (Pure 2) continue to emphasize deep conceptual understanding over rote memorization, forcing students to navigate multi-step calculus problems, complex
The May/June 2024 series for Papers 11 and 21 presents a balanced yet rigorous set of challenges.
Paper 11 (Pure 1) and Paper 21 (Pure 2) continue to emphasize deep conceptual understanding over rote memorization, forcing students to navigate multi-step calculus problems, complex trigonometry proofs, and precise algebraic formulations.
- Total marks
- 125
- Duration
- 185 min
- Session difficulty
- 3.5 / 5
Session analysis
The May/June 2024 series for Papers 11 and 21 presents a balanced yet rigorous set of challenges. Paper 11 (Pure 1) and Paper 21 (Pure 2) continue to emphasize deep conceptual understanding over rote memorization, forcing students to navigate multi-step calculus problems, complex trigonometry proofs, and precise algebraic formulations.
Updated Jun 12, 2026
Paper breakdown
Paper 11 (Pure Mathematics 1):
Paper 21 (Pure Mathematics 2):
Top chapters
Exam structure insights
Marks by chapter
See where the marks were concentrated so revision time goes to the highest-value topics.
Mark accessibility
Estimate which marks were basic, mid-level, or high-difficulty.
76% within easy or medium reach
Command word frequency
Spot common command words so answers match the expected response style.
Question type mix
Compare the mark share of each paper section and question type.
Medium Structured
(4-6 marks)
57·11·46%
Long Structured
(7-8 marks)
44·6·35%
Short Answer
(1-3 marks)
24·12·19%
Study ROI
Bigger bubbles recur more often; higher bubbles carry more marks, helping you rank revision priorities.
Time vs marks
Compare marks with suggested time allocation to plan exam pacing.
Paper 11 Questions …
0.66 m/minPaper 11 Questions …
0.67 m/minPaper 11 Questions …
0.65 m/minPaper 21 Questions …
0.69 m/minTotal marks
93
Total time
140 min
Avg pace
0.66
Next-year prediction
Topics worth watching next year, with the reason shown directly below each bar.
Functions (Domain & Range of Restricted Composite Functions)
90%90%
Trigonometric Formulations using R-alpha Method
88%88%
Circular Measure (Shaded Segments and Overlapping Sectors)
85%85%
May/June 2024 Exam Analysis: AS & A Level Mathematics (9709)
The May/June 2024 series for Papers 11 and 21 presents a balanced yet rigorous set of challenges. Paper 11 (Pure 1) and Paper 21 (Pure 2) continue to emphasize deep conceptual understanding over rote memorization, forcing students to navigate multi-step calculus problems, complex trigonometry proofs, and precise algebraic formulations.
Exam tips
Paper format
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Total marks
- 50
Analysis is paraphrased for study purposes. Always verify against the official examiner report and mark scheme.