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9PH0/02June 2018 Edexcel A Level Physics · Paper 2 · Mark Scheme

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9PH0/02 — June 2018 Edexcel A Level Physics Paper 2 Mark Scheme

This is the official Edexcel mark scheme for Physics Mark Scheme 2 from the June 2018 session. Mark schemes show exactly how each mark is awarded, including acceptable alternative answers, required key terms, and common errors that lose marks. Edexcel mark schemes use notation like "allow," "accept," and "do not credit" to define the boundary between full marks and zero.

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This mark scheme corresponds to June-2018-QP. For maximum revision benefit, attempt the question paper under strict exam conditions first, then use this mark scheme to self-assess. Pay attention to the marking notation: "allow" means an alternative is accepted, "do not credit" means a specific phrasing is rejected even if technically correct, and "ORA" (or reverse argument) means the mark can also be earned with the opposite reasoning.

Edexcel mark schemes reward precise language. For Physics, look for keywords the examiner requires — definitions must include specific terms (e.g., "per unit mass," "resultant"), and calculations must show working even if the final answer is correct. Understanding mark scheme conventions helps you write answers that hit every marking point, not just the general idea.

Same paper, other years

Edexcel Physics Mark Scheme 2 from other exam series — practise the same paper across the years, then mark each one against its mark scheme.

Examiner Insights — Edexcel Physics

Based on analysis of 5 official Pearson Edexcel documents (2023–2024).

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Omitting or forgetting units on final numerical answers

In some calculation questions the final mark was not awarded due to a missing unit. This seemed to be more prevalent in this years' examination.9PH0 Paper 3, June 2023

How to fix: After every calculation, check: magnitude written? unit written? For SI-prefixed answers, write the unit explicitly (e.g. 2.4 × 10⁻³ kg, not just 2.4 × 10⁻³). Note that 'show that' questions are the only exceptions where final units are not penalised — on all other calculation questions a missing unit costs the answer mark.

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