~1 hour ~2 data-response questions ~Suggested time management for each question: -30 minutes for each question on average

-Step 1 (3 mins): understand the requirements of the question and read the data -Step 2 (2 mins): plan and outline your answer -Step 3 (25 mins): write and proofread your answer General reminder ~Some questions are directly related to the data provided ~Some data only provides background information / serves as a kind of stimulus for arousing your attention for making comments, giving arguments, suggestions etc. You are expected to: ~elicit relevant information from the data source ~supplement your answer by using your own knowledge and/or common sense (*The requirement of each question varies, you still have to read the question carefully) Some commonly used exam words MUST make reference to the information provided if the following words are used in the questions: Examples: -Based on -From Source __, -According to the above information, -Infer from (/) MUST use the information provided + use your own knowledge and/or common sense Examples: -With reference to the above sources, -Referring to the above information, -Considering the evidence provided

LS Data Response Questions F1 Final Term Exam 30%

-In the light of the above viewpoints, Common mistakes in doing data-response questions ~Mistake #1: absence of data Some candidates answered the question without making use of the sources. The data in the sources could have been useful in consolidating the answers. (Extracted from the examination report) ~Mistake #2: absence of discussion of data Some candidates just copied the figures without any further discussion. (Extracted from the examination report) General reminder ~MUST REFER to the data in your answer! ~Must elaborate your answer (in your own words)! Providing a well-balanced answer ~Many questions require candidates to discuss issues from a range of perspectives and different opinions before giving a conclusion or judgment. ~The mark allocation may give you some hint for such requirement (usually 8 marks or above). Some commonly used exam words MUST provide a well-balanced answer Examples: -How far do you agree -To what extent do you think -How positive / optimistic are you that -How negative / pessimistic are you that What makes a level-5 answer? -Understand the focal issue(s) of the question -Identify relevant data -Evaluate the data critically -Incorporate the data in your answer to strengthen the arguments -Apply the concepts / knowledge learnt in the answer -Give relevant and sufficient examples (may need to go beyond the data provided) -Analyze the issue based on different perspectives (if applicable) -Organize your answer in a logical and systematic way ~Add oil!