Requirements for

Subjects Offered at PSLE

(2019)

MATHEMATICS

OUTLINE

• Subject Handbook

• PSLE format

• Types of PSLE questions

• Example of PSLE questions

• Study tips

P6 Math Handbook

+ Syllabus

+ Topics

+ Assessment format

+ Examples of questions

P6 Math Syllabus

PSLE Topics Standard Mathematics Foundation Mathematics

1. Whole Numbers,

Fractions and Decimals

1. Whole Numbers,

Fractions and Decimals

2. Measurement 2. Measurement

3. Data Analysis 3. Data Analysis

4. Geometry 4. Geometry

5. Speed 5. Percentage

6. Ratio; Percentage

7. Algebra

PSLE Format (Standard Math)Paper Booklet Item Type No. of

questionsNo. of marks per question

Total marks

Duration

1

A Multiple-choice 10 1 10

1 h5 2 10

B Short-Answer 5 1 5

10 2 20

2

Short-Answer 5 2 10 1 h 30 min

Structured/ Long-Answer

12 3, 4 or 5 45

Total 47 - 100 2 h 30 min

Note:

• The use of an approved calculator is allowed in Paper 2 but not in Paper 1.

PSLE Format (Foundation Math)Paper Booklet Item Type No. of

questionsNo. of

marks per question

Total marks

Duration

1

A Multiple-choice

10 1 10

1 h10 2 20

B Short-Answer 10 2 20

2

Short-Answer 10 2 20 1 h

Structured 6 3 or 4 20

Total 46 - 90 2 h

Note:

• The use of an approved calculator is allowed in Paper 2 but not in Paper 1.

Assessment Objectives in PSLE items

Recall concepts and rules

AO1: Recall facts and rules

part (a) part (b)AO2: Understand and apply mathematical concept

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AO2: Understand and apply mathematical concept

AO2: Understand and apply mathematical concept

AO2: Understand and apply mathematical concept

AO3: Analyse information, apply appropriate strategies

• Identify the pattern: 101011 , 101011 , 101011

• Find the number of complete sets of pattern:

100 ÷ 6 = 16 R4

• Find the sum of 16 set of (101011) + Remainder (1010)

(16 x 4) + 2 = 64 + 2 = 66

Numbers and Algebra strand

Each of the three cards shown is printed with a different

whole number. The smallest number is 23. When these

numbers are added two at a time, the sums are 61, 71 and

86. What is the largest number on the cards?

23

AO3: Analyse information, apply appropriate strategies

__ + __ = 61

__ + __ = 71

__ + __ = 86

71 – 23 = 48

The largest number is 48.

Each of the three cards shown is printed with a different whole

number. The smallest number is 23. When these numbers are added

two at a time, the sums are 61, 71 and 86. What is the largest number

on the cards?

Mathematical reasoning:

23 is not used to get 86 because you

cannot get the biggest sum using the

smallest number

1. Transfer error

Example: 9 x $12 = $108

$100 ÷ 2 = $50

2. Wrong use of equal sign

Example: Mr Tan spent of his money.

He is left with $12.

Use ‘’ or ‘-----’ sign instead12$5

3

Common Mistakes Made By Students

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3. Writing incorrect Math equations

Example: 20 + 10 = 30 + 5 = 35

(Wrong equations as the 2 steps are combined into one)

+ 4. Incorrect units of measurement during conversion.

+ Example: 1 km = 100 m (Wrong Fact)

not equal

Common Mistakes Made By Students

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How To Do Well In PSLE+ Revise all the topics and concepts in the syllabus

+ Get the basic facts and concepts right

+ Build time management skills. Speed and accuracy is important.

+ Look out for the details in every question. Highlight key

information.

+ Get familiar with different strategies / heuristics

+ Show all equations and word statement for the word problems

attempted

+ Check for accuracy

Thank youFor further queries, you may consult

your child’s Math teacher.