IBonomicsIB Economics Paper 2 Tips
A data response paper with quantitative questions covering all four units.
All you need to know
- 1 hour 45 minutes total.
- Choose one question from a choice of two.
- Seven parts (a-g), with (a) and (b) having subparts.
- Parts (a)-(f): 25 marks total; Part (g): 15 marks.
SL vs HL weighting
Standard Level (SL)
40%Covers SL syllabus content only.
Higher Level (HL)
30%Includes HL extension material.
Marking focus
Parts (a)-(f)
- Show calculations and working.
- Use data from the case study.
- Write concise, accurate explanations.
Part (g): 13-15 marks
- Explain theory with diagrams.
- Use data in your evaluation.
- Provide balanced synthesis.
Calculator rule
Calculators are permitted. Graphic display calculators are recommended.