Pearson Edexcel GCSE 9-1 Statistics (1ST0) Higher (Calculator) Paper 1H - Mark Scheme

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General marking guidance for Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) In Statistics (1ST0) Higher (Calculator) Paper 1H specimen papers set 2. Outlines examiner responsibilities: apply consistent treatment to all candidates, follow mark scheme principles positively, and follow specific rules for awarding marks where judgement, working, crossed-out responses, method choice, incorrect working, and follow-through marks apply. Includes conventions for probability answers, range inclusivity, and appropriate handling of subsequent work and notation.

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General marking guidance

Consistent treatment and precedence of question notes

Awarding marks positively and handling incorrect/no answers

Working requirements and how to mark it

Special marking rules (crossed out, methods, follow through, subsequent work)

Probability and range conventions

Mark Scheme Specimen Papers Set 2 Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9 – 1) In Statistics (1ST0) Higher (Calculator) Paper 1H Edexcel and BTEC Qualifications Edexcel and BTEC qualifications are awarded by Pearson, the UK’s largest awarding body. We provide a wide range of qualifications including academic, vocational, occupational and specific programmes for employers. For further information visit our qualifications websites [at](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively)[ ](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively)[www.edexcel.com](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively)[ or](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively)[ ](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively)[www.btec.co.uk](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively)[. Alternatively](at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk. Alternatively), you can get in touch with us using the details on our contact us page at [www.edexcel.com/contactus](www.edexcel.com/contactus). Pearson: helping people progress, everywhere Pearson aspires to be the world’s leading learning company. Our aim is to help everyone progress in their lives through education. We believe in every kind of learning, for all kinds of people, wherever they are in the world. We’ve been involved in education for over 150 years, and by working across 70 countries, in 100 languages, we have built an international reputation for our commitment to high standards and raising achievement through innovation in education. Find out more about how we can help you and your students at: [www.pearson.com/uk](www.pearson.com/uk) All the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Ltd 2018 General marking guidance These notes offer general guidance, but the specific notes for examiners appertaining to individual questions take precedence. 1 All candidates must receive the same treatment. Examiners must mark the last candidate in exactly the same way as they mark the first. Where some judgement is required, mark schemes will provide the principles by which marks will be awarded; exemplification/indicative content will not be exhaustive. When examiners are in doubt regarding the application of the mark scheme to a candidate’s response, the response should be sent to review. 2 All the marks on the mark scheme are designed to be awarded; mark schemes should be applied positively. Examiners should also be prepared to award zero marks if the candidate’s response is not worthy of credit according to the mark scheme. If there is a wrong answer (or no answer) indicated on the answer line always check the working in the body of the script (and on any diagrams), and award any marks appropriate from the mark scheme. Questions where working is not required: In general, the correct answer should be given full marks. Questions that specifically require working: In general, candidates who do not show working on this type of question will get no marks – full details will be given in the mark scheme for each individual question. 3 Crossed out work This should be marked unless the candidate has replaced it with an alternative response. 4 Choice of method If there is a choice of methods shown, mark the method that leads to the answer given on the answer line. If no answer appears on the answer line then mark both methods as far as they are identical and award these marks. 5 Incorrect method If it is clear from the working that the “correct” answer has been obtained from incorrect working, award 0 marks. 6 Follow through marks Follow through marks which involve a single stage calculation can be awarded without working as you can check the answer, but if ambiguous do not award. Follow through marks which involve more than one stage of calculation can only be awarded on sight of the relevant working, even if it appears obvious that there is only one way you could get the answer given. 7 Ignoring subsequent work It is appropriate to

FAQs

What principle should examiners follow when applying the mark scheme?

Examiners must apply the mark scheme positively and award marks according to the principles provided; the specific notes for individual questions take precedence.

How should marks be handled when a candidate gives the wrong or missing answer?

If a wrong or no answer is indicated, examiners must check the working in the script (and diagrams) and award marks appropriate to the mark scheme, including the possibility of zero marks where responses are not creditworthy.

What rules apply to probability answers and their formatting?

Probability answers must be given as a fraction, percentage, or decimal. Decimal equivalents should be written to at least 2 decimal places (unless tenths), and incorrect notation should lose accuracy marks while implied method marks may still be awarded.

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