What
type of calculator is acceptable for
use in Cambridge IGCSE
Mathematics
examinations?
Many Candidates are
confused when it comes to the permitted calculator for use in their
Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics examinations.
While there is no
specific guideline in terms of models or makes, there are certain
rules from CIE to abide, and what you must know before you are
heading to your calculator hunt.
There are three
different mathematical subjects being offered by Cambridge IGCSE:
Cambridge IGCSE
Mathematics (0580), Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics (0606),
and Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics (0607).
We will cover each
of them separately below.
ANSWER
FROM CIE
firstly, CIE has
provided the answers for this frequently questions.
“Due to the sheer
number of different calculator models available worldwide, we cannot
give specific details of which models or makes of calculators are
permitted in our exams.
Where the use of
calculators is allowed in examinations, calculators used must not be
able to manipulate algebra;, they must be purely numerical
integration /differentiation. Calculators with any of the following
facilities are prohibited, unless specifically stated otherwise in
the syllabus.
Graphic display
data banks
dictionaries or
language translators
retrieval or
manipulation of text or formulae
QWERTY keyboards
built – in –
symbolic algebraic manipulations
symbolic
differentiation or integration
capability of remote
communication with other machines.
Cambridge will
regard the use of any such calculator as malpractice. Students
requiring more information should contact the Examination Officer at
their school.
***
Whilst graphical
calculators are indeed an excellent tool for students to use in
class, as part of our assessment we often assess the candidate’s
ability to plot graphs accurately, that they understand how to draw a
best – fit line, and can correctly calculate a gradient showing
their working. These are basic skills, which would not be assessed if
candidates were to return an answer from their calculator.
(There is an
exceptional case for candidates taking International Mathematics
(0607))
So What does the
syllabus say for each of the subject?
The
syllabus says:
1. Centers are
reminded that, although use of an electronics calculator is permitted
on all examination papers, candidates should develop a full range of
metal and non – calculator skills during the course of study.
Questions demonstrating the mastery of such skills may be asked in
the examination.
2. Candidates should
have an electronic calculator foe all papers. Algebraic or graphical
calculator are not permitted.
Conclusion: You must
take into consideration of the criteria from CIE answers above, and
make sure the model that you are getting is not “Algebraic or
graphical calculator”
Additional
Mathematics (0606)
The syllabus says:
1. The syllabus
assumes that candidates will be in possession of an electronic
calculator with scientific functions for both papers.
Conclusion: you must
take into consideration of the criteria from CIE answers above and
get a calculator with “scientific functions”. Plus, get the
confirmation from your school/exam center for permitted models.
International
Mathematics (0607)
The syllabus says:
1. No calculators
are permitted for: Paper 1 and paper 2
2. A graphics
calculator is required for: paper 3, paper4, paper 5, paper6
3. Candidates should
be able to do the following using a graphics calculators:
sketch a graph.
Produce a table of
values for a function;
find zero and local
maxima or minima of a function;
find the
intersection point of two graphs;
find mean, median,
quartiles;
find the linear
regression equation.
4. Other existing in
-built applications should not be used and will gain no credit
calculators with symbolic algebraic logic are not permitted.
5. Any other
applications and programmes from external sources are not permitted.
Conclusion: You must
take into consideration of the criteria from CIE answers above, and
make sure the model that you are getting does not contain” symbolic
algebraic logic or other applications and Programmes”.
Confuse?
Don’t be.
If you are still in
doubt, just get the confirmation from your school/ exam center for
permitted model. They are the one who has the least say on what is
permitted to bring into the exam hall.
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