PAT Past Paper Worked Solutions: Detailed Step-By-Step Explanations for over 250 Questions, Includes all Past Past Papers for the Physics Aptitude Test

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You need to know the shapes of common graphs, and how to sketch versions of these graphs which have been transformed. The main graphs you should know without calculation are polynomial graphs, reciprocals, roots, exponentials I was wondering whether they could ask us to use archimedes principle and elements of fluid dynamics in questions. I know in the past several multiple choice questions have required you to apply it , however could, for example, a non-multiple choice 4 marker come up? I think some of the problem solving questions have required you to understand the relationship between how much objects float and thus how their densities are related. Ofcourse,myanswerreliesoninterpreting"ApairofYparticlesisfoundamongthedecayproducts"tomeanthatweareobservingtworandomparticlesfromthe4thathavebeenproduced-iftheyarenecessarilyfromthesameXparticlethen2/3isthecorrectanswer.) You must understand the difference between scalars and vectors, and be able to use that when dealing with the relationship between speed and velocity, or when considering velocity as the rate of change of displacement, etc…

I think ‘yes’ to both. (Covered by “Understanding circuit diagrams including batteries, wires, resistors, filament lamps, diodes, capacitors, light dependent resistors and thermistors.”). On the 3 November, The Mathematical Institute will send out invitations for the additional test to all candidates who have been identified as having experienced disruption, as well as to test centres where that disruption took place. Knowledge of the formulae for the sum of arithmetic and geometric progressions to n (or infinite) terms. I asked my friends in the office if they had any ideas for advice; a good one was to bring a highlighter to use for the physics questions. He said he always found that helped him not get tangled up in the words and concentrate on extracting the maths.

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Sitat least one past paper in test conditions. This is really important as it will help you get used tohow much time to allocate to each question and keep within the two hour limit. Conservation of energy and momentum (=mass x velocity); power ( = energy transfer/time) and work ( = force x distance moved in direction of force).

On the 3 November, we will send out invitations for the additional test to all candidates who submitted a special consideration form, or who are identified as having experienced disruption, as well as to test centres where that disruption took place. We recognise that some candidates may not have access to information via schools or centres - we are doing all we can to identify them. Before answering your questions, I think it’s important to bear two things in mind. First, remember the mark that will get you an interview is normally less than 60% so it’s not a disaster if you haven’t covered 100% of the syllabus because you can afford to drop a few marks if you are strong on the parts of the syllabus that you do know; second, I don’t really know the answers to any question of the form ‘is X on the syllabus’ unless X happens to be mentioned explicitly word-for-word in the syllabus, so take what’s written below with a pinch of salt. I know this is ‘simple to say, hard to do’, but I would encourage you to take a deep breath and try to relax; you’ve been revising so hopefully you’ll be able to perform at your best. It’s a bit of a cliche but if you go into the exam and do your best, then that’s something you should always be proud of, however it turns out. Our admissions tests are an important part of our assessment process so please ensure your school, college or other test centre registers you for your test (or tests) by 29 September. The PAT is a 2 hour examination in which you are asked a mixture of math and physics questions. To prepare we recommend you read the syllabus; we have provided links to the official syllabus and a slightly more detailed unofficial syllabus . Your mathematics and physics classes should cover most of the syllabus but if you see a topic you are unfamiliar with, you should consult your teacher on how to proceed further. For those who are seeing the PAT for the first time or have already seen it, you may find that the test is quite different/difficult and having a mini freak-out is normal! It's okay to feel this way, the test is designed to be difficult to challenge you. We have provided unofficial but detailed exam solutions and other resources you might find useful.Properties of logarithms and exponentials and how to combine logarithms, e.g. log(a) + log(b) = log(ab) . Understanding circuit diagrams including batteries, wires, resistors, filament lamps, diodes, capacitors, light dependent resistors and thermistors. Knowledge of current, voltage and resistance rules for series and parallel circuits.

This is all the stuff you did at GCSE (or equivalent) level. Don’t assume that just because you’ve moved onto bigger and better things that it can all be forgotten! The official syllabus mentions arithmetic (mental maths and the ‘numbers’ topics in most exam specifications), geometry and coordinate geometry, as well as probability – so make sure to prioritise these, but if you get a chance, revise it all! Disclaimer: We are aware of changes in the specification but have left some of the concepts in, as familiarity often helps to eradicate some extent of the uncertainty in problem solving questions which don't require knowledge of the particular topic but does make the endeavour to solve the problem easier. Familiarise yourself with the syllabus. The material is aimed at AS level maths and physics plus knowledge of material covered at GCSE. However we cannot guarantee when the material will be covered in your school so you might find you need to teach yourself a few topics before the exam. Taking any type of test or exam can be stressful, but you can help build your confidence by doing some preparation ahead of time. You are likely to do better in the real test if you've had a chance to practise some sample or past papers, and got used to the format and timings of the admissions test you have to take. Where possible, we would like the additional test to be hosted by schools or colleges; where necessary, remote invigilation will be arranged at home. The additional test will be made available to test centres (or candidates taking the test at home) for printing just before the start of the test on 14 November. The additional test will be administered entirely by the University.

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IbelievethatyouranswerforQ8isincorrect.Whilst2ofthe3combinationsthatproduceYparticlesalsoproduceZparticles,itisnotcorrecttosaythattheprobabilityrequestedis2/3.Ourobservationoftherebeing2YparticlesismuchmorelikelytobecausedbythecasewherebothdecaysproducedYparticles.Ofthe8possiblecombinationsofeventsthatwouldleadtoobserving2Yparticles,6ofthemarefromthiscase,0arefromthecasewhereweproducednoYparticles,and2arefromthecasesweareinterestedin.Therefore,theanswertothequestionis2/8,or1/4. Mathematics, Mathematics and Statistics, and Mathematics and Philosophy applicants should attempt questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Here are some categories of question in case you want to revise something specific; these are not exhaustive, I haven’t got round to getting these updated yet: Try doing some questions under timed conditions. One of the things which students who have taken the test say is hard is the number of questions you need to do in only 2 hours. Practising some questions under timed conditions near the date of the exam will mean you are more likely to get to the end of the paper. If you’re solving a quadratic inequality always draw a graph – it takes 2 seconds to draw a rough sketch, and it’s not worth risking losing the marks by trying to hold it all in your head. (In fact, if we could have a single mantra for every maths and physics exam you ever sit it would be draw a diagram!).

You need to take the test at a registered test centre. Test centres (e.g. schools or colleges) can register here.The additional test will comprise ten multiple-choice questions in the style of (and with the syllabus of) MAT Q1, and candidates will have one hour to complete the test.