Cambridge IGCSE Economics (0455) - October-November 2025 Past Papers
Download 14 free IGCSE Economics past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports from the October-November 2025 Cambridge examination session. Includes question papers for all variants with full solutions.
About IGCSE Economics (0455)
IGCSE Economics introduces microeconomics, macroeconomics, international trade, and economic development. Candidates must analyze economic data, evaluate policies, and explain how markets and governments interact.
What this exam tests: Key skills include diagram analysis, data interpretation, and evaluating economic arguments.
Papers available in variants 11, 12, 13 for different time zones. All variants cover the same Economics syllabus with equal difficulty.
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0455 October-November 2025 Papers
0455 Paper 1 - Multiple Choice
45 min • 30 marks
Tests broad syllabus knowledge with 40 questions. Each question has four options (A-D). Core tier paper.
0455 Paper 2 - Structured Questions
2 hr 15 min • 90 marks
Extended tier multiple choice with more challenging questions covering the full syllabus. 40 questions, 45 minutes.
Other Resources
Additional materials to help you prepare and understand how exams are marked.
Examiner Report
Insights from examiners on how students performed. Learn common mistakes to avoid and what examiners look for in top answers.
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Examiner Reports for 2025 sessions are not yet available. Cambridge typically releases Examiner Reports a few months after each examination session. Check back later for insights on common mistakes and examiner tips for 0455 October-November 2025.
In the meantime, review Examiner Reports from previous years — the feedback on common mistakes and good exam technique applies across all sessions.
About Cambridge IGCSE Economics (0455)
Cambridge IGCSE Economics (0455) is one of the most popular qualifications taken by students worldwide. The October-November 2025 examination session included 2 paper components, each testing different skills and knowledge areas.
This page contains all 0455 past papers from October-November 2025, including question papers (QP), mark schemes (MS), and examiner reports (ER). Use these resources to practice under timed conditions and understand how examiners award marks.
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0455 Study Tips & FAQ
What are paper variants?
Cambridge releases multiple variants of each paper (e.g., Paper 11, 12, 13) to accommodate different time zones around the world and maintain exam security.
- Variant 1 (e.g., 11, 21): Usually for Zone 1 (Americas)
- Variant 2 (e.g., 12, 22): Usually for Zone 2 (Europe, Africa)
- Variant 3 (e.g., 13, 23): Usually for Zone 3 (Asia, Oceania)
All variants cover the same syllabus and have similar difficulty. Practice with any variant to prepare effectively for your exam.
How to use Mark Schemes effectively
Mark schemes show exactly how examiners award marks for each question. Understanding them helps you write answers that earn full marks.
Example from a Physics mark scheme:
Mark scheme answer:
• speed = distance / time [1 mark for formula]
• speed = 150 / 5 = 30 m/s [1 mark for correct answer with unit]
Tips:
- Look for key words that must appear in your answer
- Note how many points are needed for each mark
- Check if units are required for the final mark
- Understand the difference between "state" (brief) and "explain" (detailed)
Understanding Grade Thresholds
Grade thresholds show the minimum marks needed for each grade. They vary each session based on paper difficulty — harder papers have lower thresholds.
Example Grade Thresholds (out of 100 total):
* Actual thresholds vary by subject and session
How to use thresholds:
- Set realistic target marks based on your goal grade
- Track your practice paper scores against thresholds
- Remember: you don't need 100% for an A* — aim for consistency
- Compare thresholds across sessions to gauge difficulty trends
How is the topic breakdown calculated?
The "Topics Breakdown by Paper" section above shows which syllabus topics are tested in each paper and how many marks they carry. Here's how we calculate this:
Our methodology:
- Extract questions: We analyze each question paper (QP) and identify individual questions and their mark allocations (shown in square brackets, e.g., [3]).
- Match to syllabus: Each question is matched to the official Cambridge 0455 syllabus topics based on keywords, concepts, and question content.
- Sum marks per topic: For each paper, we add up the marks for all questions testing the same topic. For example, if Q1 (4 marks) and Q5b (3 marks) both test "Enzymes", that topic shows as "7 marks" for that paper.
Example: If Paper 3 shows "Photosynthesis - 13 marks", it means questions worth a total of 13 marks (out of the paper's 80 marks) tested the Photosynthesis topic from the Plant Nutrition unit of the syllabus.
How to use this: Look at the paper(s) you'll be taking (e.g., Papers 2, 4, 6 for Extended tier). The topics with the highest marks in YOUR papers are where you should focus your revision. A topic worth 15 marks deserves more study time than one worth 3 marks.
Note: Our topic matching may be inaccurate for questions that span multiple topics. Use this as a guide alongside the official syllabus.
How to Use IGCSE Economics Past Papers
📝 Timed Practice
Complete papers under exam conditions. 0455 Paper 4 is 1 hour 15 minutes - practice finishing within this time to build exam stamina.
✅ Self-Marking
Use the mark scheme to score your answers. Look for marking points you missed and understand what examiners expect in Economics responses.
📊 Examiner Reports
Read the 0455 examiner report to see common mistakes. Focus revision on topics where candidates typically lose marks.
🎯 Grade Targets
Check grade thresholds to see how many marks you need for your target grade. An A* in IGCSE Economics typically requires 85-90%.
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