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Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics (0607) - March 2024 Past Papers

Download 14 free IGCSE International Mathematics past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports from the March 2024 Cambridge examination session. Includes question papers for all variants with full solutions.

About IGCSE International Mathematics (0607)

IGCSE International Mathematics emphasizes investigation, modeling, and technology use in mathematics. Candidates must solve problems creatively, use graphic calculators, and interpret mathematical models.

What this exam tests: Key skills include mathematical investigation, pattern recognition, and applying maths to real contexts.

Papers available in variants 11, 12, 13 for different time zones. All variants cover the same International Mathematics syllabus with equal difficulty.

Grade Thresholds

0607 March 2024 Papers

0607 Paper 1 - Core (Short Answer)

45 min • 40 marks

Tests broad syllabus knowledge with 40 questions. Each question has four options (A-D). Core tier paper.

Question Paper
Mark Scheme
QP + MS QP + ER

All variants (different time zones):

QP:
v2
MS:
v2

0607 Paper 2 - Extended (Short Answer)

45 min • 40 marks

Extended tier multiple choice with more challenging questions covering the full syllabus. 40 questions, 45 minutes.

Question Paper
Mark Scheme
QP + MS QP + ER

All variants (different time zones):

QP:
v2
MS:
v2

0607 Paper 3 - Core (Structured)

1 hr 45 min • 96 marks

Structured and free-response questions testing understanding and application. Core tier, grades available C-G.

Question Paper
Mark Scheme
QP + MS QP + ER

All variants (different time zones):

QP:
v2
MS:
v2
View syllabus topics tested in Paper 3 (3 topics, 96 marks total)

This 0607 Paper 3 from March 2024 tests 3 different syllabus topics. The highest-weighted topic is Other functions (Functions) worth 8 marks out of 96 total marks. Other significant topics include Surface area and volume (7 marks) and Powers and roots (5 marks).

Mark distribution by topic:

Other functions 8/96
Surface area and volume 7/96
Powers and roots 5/96

Understanding which topics carry the most marks helps you prioritize your International Mathematics revision. Practice questions from high-mark topics like Other functions to maximize your score.

0607 Paper 4 - Extended (Structured)

2 hr 15 min • 120 marks

Extended tier theory paper with more demanding questions. Full grade range A*-G available with this paper.

Question Paper
Mark Scheme
QP + MS QP + ER

All variants (different time zones):

QP:
v2
MS:
v2
View syllabus topics tested in Paper 4 (1 topics, 120 marks total)

This 0607 Paper 4 from March 2024 tests 1 different syllabus topics. The highest-weighted topic is Algebraic manipulation (Algebra) worth 10 marks out of 120 total marks.

Mark distribution by topic:

Algebraic manipulation 10/120

Understanding which topics carry the most marks helps you prioritize your International Mathematics revision. Practice questions from high-mark topics like Algebraic manipulation to maximize your score.

0607 Paper 5 - Core Investigation

1 hr 10 min • 36 marks

Tests practical skills including planning experiments, recording data, and drawing conclusions from results.

Question Paper
Mark Scheme
QP + MS QP + ER

All variants (different time zones):

QP:
v2
MS:
v2

0607 Paper 6 - Extended Investigation

1 hr 30 min • 48 marks

Written paper testing practical skills through questions about experimental methods, data, and analysis.

Question Paper
Mark Scheme
QP + MS QP + ER

All variants (different time zones):

QP:
v2
MS:
v2

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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0607 March 2024 - Topics Breakdown by Paper

Each Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics (0607) paper tests specific syllabus topics. Below is a breakdown of topics for each paper in March 2024, showing how marks are distributed. Use this to focus your revision on topics relevant to your papers.

0607 Paper 3 (Core (Structured))

96 marks total
Other functions (Functions)
8m
Surface area and volume (Mensuration)
7m
Powers and roots (Number)
5m

0607 Paper 4 (Extended (Structured))

120 marks total
Algebraic manipulation (Algebra)
10m

Study tip: If you're taking the Extended tier, focus on Papers 2, 4, and 6. For Core tier, prepare for Papers 1, 3, and 5/6. Review the topics above for your specific papers and practice past questions from those syllabus areas.

Examiner Insights - March 2024

Key feedback from Cambridge examiners on how students performed

Key Takeaways

  • • Always show sufficient working, especially in multi-step problems, to enable method marks.
  • • Read questions carefully and pay attention to key words and instructions.
  • • Double-check arithmetic calculations to avoid careless errors.
  • • Practice communicating mathematical reasoning clearly and precisely, using correct terminology.
  • • When given a model, ensure the final answer makes sense, and be sure to include all sections of the question.
Paper 12 - Paper 12 (Core)

Candidates needed to complete the full Core syllabus, apply formulae, show all necessary working, and check their answers for suitability. Arithmetic errors were a common issue as calculators are not permitted.

Study Tips:

  • ✓ Practice arithmetic calculations without a calculator to improve accuracy.
  • ✓ Carefully read each question, underlining key words to understand the requirements.
  • ✓ Show all workings in multi-step problems to potentially earn method marks even if the final answer is incorrect.

Common Mistakes:

QGeneral (Arithmetic)
✗ Making arithmetic slips in calculations, especially in one-mark questions.
→ Double-check all calculations, even simple ones, to avoid losing easy marks.
Q3 (Length conversion)
✗ Making errors in length conversion by either multiplying or dividing by the wrong power of 10.
→ Estimate the answer first to determine whether you need to multiply or divide. For example, ask yourself if 300cm is closer to 3 meters or 30 meters.
Q5 (Probability)
✗ Not carefully reading the question and answering with the most likely outcome instead of the least likely.
→ Underline or highlight key words in the question to ensure you understand what is being asked.
Q9 (Number lines)
✗ Giving the interval instead of the integers shown on the number line, or including incorrect integers.
→ Carefully identify the integers explicitly shown on the number line, paying attention to whether the endpoints are included or excluded.
Paper 22 - Paper 22 (Extended)

Candidates demonstrated excellent algebraic skills and good presentation of solutions, but some lost marks through careless numerical slips. Candidates are reminded to give answers in their simplest form and present clear solutions to complex geometry questions.

Study Tips:

  • ✓ Practice simplifying radicals and working with fractions in algebraic expressions.
  • ✓ Show clear and logical working, especially for geometry problems, to enable method marks.
  • ✓ Read questions carefully and pay attention to the required form of the answer (e.g., simplest form).

Common Mistakes:

QGeneral (Arithmetic)
✗ Making careless numerical slips.
→ Double-check calculations to avoid losing marks due to simple errors.
Q3(b) (Rotational Symmetry)
✗ Being unable to find a pattern that gave the correct rotational symmetry.
→ Practice identifying patterns in rotational symmetry, visualizing how shapes transform when rotated.
Q6 (Interior angles)
✗ Incorrectly finding or applying interior angles of hexagon and square to find the number of sides of shape B.
→ Review the formula for interior angles of polygons and practice applying it to various shapes.
Q7(b) (Relative frequency)
✗ Making careless numerical errors when dividing by 200.
→ Double-check your division and consider estimation to see whether the final answer makes sense in the context of the question.
Paper 32 - Paper 32 (Core)

Candidates generally attempted all questions and showed sufficient time management. A graphical calculator was widely used for graphs and intersection points. Many marks were lost due to lack of working or answers given to fewer than 3 significant figures.

Study Tips:

  • ✓ Practice using a graphic display calculator for various functions, as listed in the syllabus.
  • ✓ Ensure you have the correct mathematical instruments (ruler, protractor) for the exam.
  • ✓ Familiarize yourself with command words and mathematical terminology.

Common Mistakes:

QGeneral (Accuracy)
✗ Giving answers to only one or two significant figures without showing working.
→ Give answers to exactly or 3 significant figures unless the question states otherwise. Show full working to gain partial credit if the final answer is inaccurate.
Q2(c) (Perimeter)
✗ Used Pythagoras' Theorem to find CA when it was possible to measure it.
→ Make sure you measure the length of lines where appropriate.
Q4(a) (Finance)
✗ Calculating the cost for company A incorrectly by adding $1.35 to $24.50 before multiplying by 140
→ Be careful to note the order of operations.
Q6(c) (Area)
✗ Candidates only calculating for the circumference of the lens or an unclosed circle.
→ Ensure that you are clear about what surface area you need to calculate
Paper 42 - Paper 42 (Extended)

The paper was accessible to almost all candidates, with a wide range of scores. Showing sufficient working is essential for method marks. Answers should be given to three significant figures unless exact or otherwise stated.

Study Tips:

  • ✓ Consistently show sufficient working to enable method marks, especially in geometry.
  • ✓ Pay close attention to accuracy requirements and avoid premature rounding.
  • ✓ Review formulas and definitions to avoid common errors in transcription and application.

Common Mistakes:

QGeneral (Accuracy)
✗ Giving answers too inaccurately, particularly with rounding.
→ Always give answers to three significant figures unless stated otherwise. For 'show that' questions, provide the answer to at least 4 significant figures and then round it.
Q1(b) (Trigonometry)
✗ Giving the wrong value for amplitude.
→ Ensure you know the exact definition and how to calculate.
Q3(b) (Transformations)
✗ Omitting the negative sign for the scale factor in an enlargement.
→ Pay attention to the sign conventions for different transformations.
Q4(c) (Regression)
✗ Not giving both parts of the regression equation to the required 3 significant figure accuracy.
→ Double-check that all parts of the answer meet the specified accuracy requirements.

Insights extracted from the official Cambridge Examiner Report for 0607 March 2024. View full report →

About Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics (0607)

Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics (0607) is one of the most popular qualifications taken by students worldwide. The March 2024 examination session included 6 paper components, each testing different skills and knowledge areas.

This page contains all 0607 past papers from March 2024, 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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0607 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:

Q: Calculate the speed of a car that travels 150m in 5 seconds. [2]

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):

A*
90+
A
80-89
B
70-79
C
60-69

* 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:

  1. Extract questions: We analyze each question paper (QP) and identify individual questions and their mark allocations (shown in square brackets, e.g., [3]).
  2. Match to syllabus: Each question is matched to the official Cambridge 0607 syllabus topics based on keywords, concepts, and question content.
  3. 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 96 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 International Mathematics Past Papers

📝 Timed Practice

Complete papers under exam conditions. 0607 Paper 4 is 2 hr 15 min - 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 International Mathematics responses.

📊 Examiner Reports

Read the 0607 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 International Mathematics typically requires 85-90%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download IGCSE International Mathematics March 2024 past papers?
You can download all IGCSE International Mathematics (0607) March 2024 past papers directly from this page. We provide 14 files including question papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports for all variants (11, 12, 13). Click "View" to open in browser or "Download" to save the PDF.
Are 0607 mark schemes included?
Yes, mark schemes for all 0607 March 2024 papers are included. Each question paper has a corresponding mark scheme showing expected answers and mark allocation.
What papers are available for IGCSE International Mathematics 0607?
IGCSE International Mathematics (0607) has 6 papers: Paper 1 (Core (Short Answer)), Paper 2 (Extended (Short Answer)), Paper 3 (Core (Structured)), Paper 4 (Extended (Structured)), Paper 5 (Core Investigation), Paper 6 (Extended Investigation). Core tier students take Papers 1, 3, 5/6. Extended tier students take Papers 2, 4, 5/6.
What is the difference between paper variants 11, 12, and 13?
The three variants (11, 12, 13) are different versions of the same paper used in different time zones to prevent cheating. All variants test the same syllabus content at the same difficulty level. You can practice with any variant as they are equally valid for revision.
How can I practice these past papers effectively?
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