10 markers

• What is the total mark allocation for the 10 marker question?

  10 marks
• What are the components of the mark breakdown for the 10 marker question?

  Knowledge, application, analysis (6 marks) and evaluation (4 marks)
• How is the evaluation marked in the 10 marker question?

  It is marked in levels
• How does the marking of the 10 marker differ from the 8 marker?

  The 10 marker requires depth in evaluation, while the 8 marker only requires stating evaluation points
• In which sections of the papers will the 10 marker question appear?

  Section B of paper 1 and paper 2
• What is the recommended time to spend on the 10 marker question?

  10 minutes
• What is the suggested structure for the 10 marker question?

  Two paragraphs: one detailed analysis paragraph and one detailed evaluation paragraph
• What is crucial to focus on in section B when writing the analysis paragraph?

  The depth of writing, not the number of points
• What should you always consider when writing an economics essay?

  Whether a diagram can illustrate the point being made
• What should you do if a diagram is relevant to your writing?

  Draw it, label it, and refer to it in your writing
• What is the key to achieving full credit in the analysis paragraph?

  Depth of analysis and application
• What should you do in the evaluation paragraph?

  Make an evaluation point and develop it in detail
• What might the 10 marker question sometimes ask you to assess?

  Two factors, two reasons, or two policies
• What is the most important aspect of writing for the 10 marker question?

  The depth of writing
• How often does the 10 marker question ask to assess two things?

  Generally speaking, ninety percent of the time it asks to assess one thing
• What is the purpose of the extracts provided in the 10 marker question?

  To guide you with application
• What is the significance of writing in full depth in the analysis paragraph?

  It helps to meet the examiners' expectations for depth
• How does the marking of the evaluation differ between the 8 marker and the 10 marker?

  The 10 marker evaluation is marked in levels, while the 8 marker is marked with ticks
• If you have to assess two factors in the 10 marker, what should you do?

  Write a second analysis paragraph
• What is the main focus of the 10 marker question in terms of writing style?


  To write in depth rather than breadth
• What are the key components to include in the analysis paragraph for the 10 marker question?


  • Write in full depth
  • Develop the idea in detail
  • Integrate application from the extracts
  • Consider if a diagram can illustrate the point
• What are the key components to include in the evaluation paragraph for the 10 marker question?

  • Make an evaluation point
  • Develop it in detail
  • Use extracts for application
  • Consider if a diagram can illustrate the point
• What is the total mark allocation for the 10 marker question in the exam?

  10 marks
• How is the mark breakdown for the 10 marker question structured?

  6 marks for knowledge application analysis and 4 marks for evaluation
• How are the evaluation marks for the 10 marker question assessed?

  They are marked in levels
• What is the difference in marking between the 8 marker and the 10 marker questions?

  The 8 marker is marked with ticks for evaluation points, while the 10 marker is marked in levels
• In which sections of the exam will the 10 marker question appear?

  Section B of paper 1 and paper 2
• What is the recommended time to spend on the 10 marker question?

  10 minutes
• What is the suggested structure for the 10 marker question response?

  Two paragraphs: one detailed analysis paragraph and one detailed evaluation paragraph
• What is crucial to focus on in section B of the exam?

  The depth of writing rather than the number of points
• Why is it important to integrate extracts into your analysis for the 10 marker question?

  Extracts provide the necessary application for your analysis
• What should you consider when writing an economics essay regarding diagrams?

  Always think if there is a relevant diagram to illustrate your point
• What should you do if a diagram is relevant to your writing?

  Draw it and make sure to label it
• What is the key to achieving full credit in your analysis paragraph?

  Depth of analysis and application
• How should you approach the evaluation paragraph in the 10 marker question?

  Make an evaluation point and develop it in detail
• What might the 10 marker question sometimes ask you to assess?

  Two factors, two reasons, or two policies
• What is the most important aspect to remember when writing for the 10 marker question?

  It is very doable in 10 minutes
• What are the key components of the 10 marker question structure?

  • Two paragraphs:
  • One detailed analysis paragraph
  • One detailed evaluation paragraph
  • Focus on depth of writing
  • Use extracts for application
  • Consider relevant diagrams
• What are the differences in marking criteria between the 8 marker and 10 marker questions?

  • 8 Marker:
  • Marked with ticks for evaluation points
  • 10 Marker:
  • Marked in levels for evaluation
  • Requires depth in writing