Specification References: G2.3 G2.3 Justify simple geometrical properties. Simple geometrical proofs. |
Candidates should be able to explain reasons using words or diagrams.
Candidates should realise when an answer is inappropriate.
On Higher tier, proofs involving congruent triangles and circle theorems may be set.
Questions assessing quality of written communication will be set that require clear and logical steps to be shown, with reasons given.
Mini-investigations will not be set but candidates will be expected to make decisions and use the appropriate techniques to solve a problem drawing on well-known facts, such as the sum of angles in a triangle.
Multi-step problems will be set.
Redundant information may sometimes be used, for example the slant height of a parallelogram. Candidates should be able to identify which information given is needed to solve the given problem.