IB Economics Paper 2 Tips
A data response paper with quantitative questions covering all four units.
Paper Structure & Timing
- Parts (a) & (b): Have subparts (i) and (ii)
- Parts (a)-(f): 2-5 marks each (25 marks total)
- Part (g): 15 marks (extended response)
1 hour 45 minutes
Choose one question from a choice of two
Each question has seven parts (a-g):
SL vs. HL Differences
Standard Level (SL)
Weighting: 40% of final grade.
Covers SL syllabus content only.
Higher Level (HL)
Weighting: 30% of final grade.
Includes HL extension material.
Marking Criteria Summary
Calculator Rule
Calculators are permitted in Paper 2. Graphic display calculators (GDCs) are recommended for all students. 💡 These can be really useful when using the graphing functionality.