| | Paper 1A (MC) | Paper 1B (Long & Structured) | Paper 2 (Electives) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Duration | 60 minutes | 90 minutes | 60 minutes | | Weighting | 21% of total score | 39% of total score | 20% of total score | | Question Type | Multiple Choice (36 Qs) | Short questions, structured, & essay | MC (20 Qs) |
| | Points Awarded | | :--- | :--- | | Correct formula (symbolic form) | 1 mark | | Correct substitution with units | 1 mark | | Correct numerical answer (with unit) | 1 mark | | Appropriate significant figures (e.g., 3 sig fig) | 1 bonus (or penalty for omission) | | Explanation using physics principles (e.g., Lenz's law direction) | 1–2 marks | No method mark is given for a correct final answer without working. Partial marks are liberally given for correct intermediate steps. 6. Sample Question (Extract – Paper 1B) Topic: Electricity & Mechanics (Mixed) A toy car of mass 0.5 kg is powered by a 9V battery with internal resistance 1Ω. The motor draws 2A when running. dse physics mock paper
3 hours 30 minutes (with break) 2. Syllabus Coverage (Compulsory Part – Paper 1) The paper follows the CDC-HKEAA Curriculum (2026 onwards). High-weightage topics are prioritized. | | Paper 1A (MC) | Paper 1B
(a) Calculate the terminal voltage across the battery. (2 marks) (b) If the motor converts 70% of electrical energy into kinetic energy, find the car's maximum speed after starting from rest over 3 seconds. (4 marks) (c) why the car reaches a terminal speed despite constant voltage. (2 marks) Sample Question (Extract – Paper 1B) Topic: Electricity
Target Audience: F.6 Students preparing for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Physics Examination (Compulsory & Elective Parts) 1. Examination Overview This mock paper is meticulously designed to mirror the Hong Kong Examination and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) style, difficulty level, and syllabus coverage. It serves as a final "litmus test" before the official DSE.
