If youโre serious about maximising your ATAR, past paper-style practice is non-negotiable.
Content knowledge is one thing โ but exam performance is a whole different skill.
Thatโs why weโve put together two high-yield practice papers that mirror the real thing:
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Specialist Maths IA3 Practice Exam
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Math Methods IA3 Practice Exam
Both based on QCAA structure โ with realistic questions, high-mark reasoning, and a mix of predictable + tricky curveballs.
๐ Why this matters:
- Most students know content but lose marks under pressure.
- Timed, exam-style practice is the best way to build speed, confidence, and depth.
- Doing past papers now = way fewer surprises on the real day.
โฑ๏ธ HOW TO USE:
- Time yourself exactly like the real exam (no pausing, no notes).
- Finish Paper 1 and Paper 2 in separate sessions.
- Write your answers clearly โ imagine this is being marked by a real QCAA assessor.
- Comment below your rough score + the hardest question for you.
- Think you spotted a typo or weird question? Drop it in the comments โ weโre crowd-checking this version before the final release!
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Solutions will be uploaded shortly โ so do the paper before peeking.
Hope this helps with preparations - Ryan.