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BASIC MATHEMATICS NEW EXAMINATION FORMAT CSEE 2023

041 BASIC MATHEMATICS

(For Both School and Private Candidates)

1.0 INTRODUCTION

This Basic Mathematics examination format is based on the 2019 format issued by the National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA).

It is also based on the 2005 Basic Mathematics syllabus for Ordinary Secondary Education. There is no change in the examination rubric, objectives, content and competencies.

2.0 GENERAL OBJECTIVES

The examination will test the extent to which candidates can:

2.1 solve practical mathematical problems in daily life;

2.2 apply mathematical concepts in interpreting situations; and

2.3 use mathematical knowledge and techniques in studying mathematics and related subjects.

3.0 GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The examination will test the candidates’ ability to:

3.1 think critically and logically in interpreting and solving practical mathematical-related problems;

3.2 use mathematical concepts to explain and clarify mathematical related problems; and

3.3 apply mathematical knowledge and techniques in other fields.

4.0 EXAMINATION RUBRIC

There will be one (1) three (3) hour paper. The paper will consist of sections A and B with a total of 14 questions. The candidates will be required to answer all the questions, which will weigh 100 marks.

Section A will consist of ten (10) short answer questions, each carrying six (6) marks. The section will weigh a total of 60 marks.

Section B will consist of four (4) structured questions, each carrying ten (10) marks. The section will weigh 40 marks.

Note

The candidate will be allowed to use mathematical tables published by the National Examinations Council of Tanzania, and non-programmable calculators.