Emphasizes statistics, modeling, and the use of technology. It’s ideal for students looking toward social sciences, natural sciences, or business. 2. Master the "Big Three" Topics
For AI students, this is your bread and butter. For AA students, don’t neglect the normal distribution and binomial theorem. 3. Your Calculator is Your Best Friend (Mostly) Math-IB-SL
The Exploration (IA) is a 12–20 page paper on a math topic of your choice. It accounts for 20% of your final grade. Emphasizes statistics, modeling, and the use of technology
Long-form, multi-part questions. These require "follow-through." Even if you get part (a) wrong, use your (wrong) answer to try part (b)—you can still earn method marks! Final Pro-Tip: Use the Formula Booklet Master the "Big Three" Topics For AI students,
Differentiation and integration are almost guaranteed to appear in the long-form Section B questions. Focus on the chain rule and finding areas under curves.
Whether it’s the math behind basketball free throws or the geometry of architecture, passion makes the "Personal Engagement" criteria easier to hit.