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O Level Math Revision Guide

This document is a complete revision guide for O Level Mathematics Paper 2, covering essential topics such as numbers, algebra, linear equations, inequalities, sequences, functions, graphs, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, vectors, transformations, probability, statistics, ratios, percentages, financial maths, indices, surds, quadratic equations, and simultaneous equations. Each section includes key concepts, common mistakes, and practice problems to reinforce learning. The guide emphasizes important tips and rules for solving various mathematical problems.

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O Level Math Revision Guide

This document is a complete revision guide for O Level Mathematics Paper 2, covering essential topics such as numbers, algebra, linear equations, inequalities, sequences, functions, graphs, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, vectors, transformations, probability, statistics, ratios, percentages, financial maths, indices, surds, quadratic equations, and simultaneous equations. Each section includes key concepts, common mistakes, and practice problems to reinforce learning. The guide emphasizes important tips and rules for solving various mathematical problems.

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O LEVEL MATHEMATICS

Paper 2 Complete Revision Guide

1. Numbers & Calculation

• Integers, fractions, decimals


• Prime numbers, HCF, LCM
• Standard form

Standard form: a × 10n, where 1 ≤ a < 10

Tip: Watch rounding (especially to 3 significant figures) and show full working.

PRACTICE

Convert 0.00056 into standard form.

2. Algebra Basics

• Simplifying expressions
• Expanding brackets & collecting like terms

a(b + c) = ab + ac

Common Mistake: Sign errors, especially with negatives.

PRACTICE

Expand: 3(x - 4)

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3. Linear Equations

• Solve step-by-step
• Keep balance on both sides

Tip: One line per step = fewer mistakes.

PRACTICE

Solve: 2x + 5 = 17

4. Inequalities

Same logic as equations, but watch the signs.

Important Rule: Flip the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing by a negative number.

PRACTICE

Solve: 3x < 12

5. Sequences

Arithmetic sequences (constant difference).

nth term: an = dn + c

PRACTICE

Find nth term: 3, 7, 11, 15...

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6. Functions

Using f(x) notation and substitution.

PRACTICE

If f(x) = 2x + 3, find f(5)

7. Graphs

Linear graphs: y = mx + c

• Gradient (m) = slope


• c = y-intercept

Tip: Label axes clearly and use the correct scale.

8. Coordinate Geometry

• Distance: Use Pythagoras Theorem


• Midpoint: Average of x and y coordinates

PRACTICE

Find midpoint of (2,4) and (6,8)

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9. Trigonometry

SOH CAH TOA

• sin θ = Opp / Hyp


• cos θ = Adj / Hyp
• tan θ = Opp / Adj

Tip: Always label the triangle sides (H, O, A) first.

10 & 11. Mensuration

2D Area:

• Triangle: ½bh
• Circle: πr2

3D Volume:

• Cylinder: πr2h

• Prism: Area of Cross Section × Length

12. Vectors

• Direction + Magnitude
• Vector addition (head-to-tail method)

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13. Transformations

• Translation (vector)
• Rotation (centre, angle, direction)
• Reflection (line of reflection)
• Enlargement (centre, scale factor)

14 & 15. Probability & Stats

Probability: P = Favourable / Total

Statistics:

• Mean: Average
• Median: Middle value (order them first!)
• Mode: Most frequent

16 & 17. Ratio & Percentages

Ratio: Divide quantity by total parts, then multiply.

Percentages:

• Increase: Original × (1 + p/100)


• Decrease: Original × (1 - p/100)

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18. Financial Maths

Simple Interest: I = (P × R × T) / 100

P = Principal, R = Rate, T = Time

19. Indices & Surds

• am × an = am+n

• (am)n = amn

PRACTICE

Simplify x2 × x3

20. Quadratic Equations

Solve by factorisation or formula:

x = [-b ± √(b2 - 4ac)] / 2a

21. Simultaneous Equations

• Substitution: Isolate one variable


• Elimination: Make coefficients match

Tip: Line up variables neatly to avoid calculation errors.

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