Introduction to the Math AA HL

You must memorize all formulas for the exam.

You must take Math HL to do well in university.

You can use real data from the internet for your Math IA.

You will never use real-life applications in IBDP Math.

You must be very fast in solving problems to do well in IBDP Math.

Math AA is only for students who want to pursue engineering or math-heavy fields.

You are allowed to choose your own topic for the Math IA.

Only Math AA has calculus.

Teachers will help you plan and refine your IA throughout the year.

You can switch between AA and AI anytime during the two years.

IBDP Math is just a harder version of IGCSE Math.

Math AI is easier than Math AA in every way.

Collaboration and discussion are encouraged in IBDP Math learning.

The IA contributes 20% of your final math grade.

There are no word problems in IBDP Math.

Internal Assessment (IA) is a small topic test given by the teacher.

IBDP Math exams only test computation.

You can use a graphic display calculator (GDC) in IBDP Math exams.

Switching from IGCSE Extended Math to IBDP AA HL is very easy.

You can skip showing working if your final answer is correct.