Getting The A* in A Level Economics

Paper 1 AS 2016 20 Marker: Evaluate the likely microeconomic effects of government intervention in the UK housing market

Paper 1 2020 12 Marker: Using a cost and revenue diagram, discuss the likely impact of ‘rising costs’ for coffee shops on their profitability.

It’s another new year and you’ve realised A Level Exams start in less than 6 months. Your stress levels have probably hit the roof and you’re not sure where to start. Don’t worry! You have more than enough time to get an A* if you work efficiently. Here are some tips on exactly how you could do that.

Paper 1 2019 5 Marker: With reference to Extract A, explain the difference between a positive statement and a normative statement. 5 marks

Paper 1 2022 8 Marker: With reference to Figure 2 and your understanding of price elasticity, examine two factors that may cause significant changes in the international price of coffee beans. 8 marks

Paper 1 2019 10 marker: With Reference to Extract C, assess possible reasons why many ‘landline – only’ customers do not switch to a cheaper telephone provider. 10 marks

Understand the mark breakdown and follow the exam structure to secure top marks

Paper 1 2019 8 Marker: With Reference to Extract B, Examine the Likely Benefits to Consumers of the Integration Between BT and EE. 8 marks