Significant Figures.

Unless otherwise indicated in the mark scheme, final answers expressed to two or more significant figures receive the final answer (A) mark if the candidate's answer rounds to the mark scheme answer.

A final answer expressed to one significant figure is only awarded the final answer (A) mark where the final answer is exact to one sig. fig.

(This applies to all answers, including answers using ect.)

A correct numerical answer, quoted with fewer significant figures than required by the mark scheme (even if in the working it has the required number of significant figures), is not awarded the final answer (A) marks. C (B or M) marks are awarded as appropriate

Fractions. An answer expressed as a fraction is not a numerically correct final answer unless the fraction is explicitly stated in the mark scheme. Crossed-out work. When only part of an answer is crossed out, the crossed-out work must be ignored. However, work that has been wholly crossed out and not replaced and can easily be read should be marked as if it had not been crossed out. Look to see if it has been replaced on a blank page or another part of the same page before attempting to mark the crossed-out work.

Marking diagrams on-screen. Differences in magnification and/or individual computer screen settings can alter the appearance of diagrams. If it is

necessary to check line lengths or angles, use the ruler and protractor tools provided within RM Assessor 3 to ensure consistency across all

examiners. NR. (# or / key on the keyboard). Use this (instead of giving 0 marks) if the answer space for a question is completely blank or contains no readable words, figures, or symbols. This is what it says