Describing multiple research studies or techniques in Section A SAQs, which wastes precious exam time.

Present and detail exactly one high-quality, relevant study. Examiners will only grade the first study described.

Confusing enculturation (learning native cultural schemas) with acculturation (cultural change from foreign contact).

Explicitly define enculturation as internalizing one's primary native culture and acculturation as adjusting to a new culture.

Providing a one-sided evaluation (strengths only or limitations only) in ERQs.

Ensure every evaluation essay presents a balanced review of both strengths and limitations to avoid a 3-mark cap on Criterion D.

Treating brain-imaging techniques (like MRI and fMRI) as research methods.

Classify fMRI/MRI as technology tools utilized within a research method like an experiment or case study.

Writing sequential descriptive essays for 'Contrast' questions in Paper 2 rather than directly comparing factors throughout.

Structure contrast essays comparatively from the start, highlighting explicit similarities and differences throughout the response.

Failing to explicitly link animal research findings back to human neurobiology and behavior.

When utilizing animal models, actively write a conceptual bridge detailing the specific evolutionary or physiological links to human behavior.

IB DP · 考試技巧

Psychology 考試技巧

An evidence-based masterclass for IB DP Psychology, detailing strategies to overcome the Criterion D essay cap, avoid common terminological traps, and optimize exam-day time allocation for maximum marks.

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試卷概覽

卷數

總分

117

考試時間

5小時

題型

試卷	時間	分數	題數	比重	題型
Core Approaches (Biological, Cognitive, Sociocultural)	2小時	49	4	—	Short Answer Question (SAQ), Extended Response Question (ERQ)
Options (Abnormal, Developmental, Health, Human Relationships)	2小時	44	1	—	Extended Response Question (ERQ)
Paper 3	1小時	24	—	—	—

評級

7654321

計算機規定

A graphic display calculator (GDC) from the IB-approved list is required for most Mathematics and Sciences papers and must be set to examination mode. Note that some papers do not permit a calculator (for example Mathematics Paper 1 and the multiple-choice Sciences Paper 1).

AO1: Knowledge and comprehension
AO2: Application and analysis
AO3: Synthesis and evaluation

根據歷屆試題與評分準則整理（2023–2025）。

計算機程式

Graph: zeros, intersections & turning points

Graphical calculator / GDC (exam mode)

用途: Plot a function to read its roots (zeros), points of intersection, and maxima/minima.

使用時機: Checking solutions, sketching, or solving where an analytic method is hard.

步驟

Graph the function(s) and use the built-in zero, intersect and maximum/minimum tools.

考試提示: Use a GDC from the IB-approved list in examination mode. Some papers do not permit a calculator. Always show your reasoning.

Numerical equation solver

Graphical calculator / GDC (exam mode)

用途: Solve an equation or find a variable numerically when an algebraic route is long or implicit.

使用時機: Iterative or implicit equations, or to confirm an algebraic solution.

步驟

Use the equation/zero solver, entering the equation and a sensible starting estimate.

考試提示: Use a GDC from the IB-approved list in examination mode. Some papers do not permit a calculator. Always show your reasoning.

Numerical integration & differentiation

Graphical calculator / GDC (exam mode)

用途: Evaluate a definite integral \(\int_a^b f(x)\,dx\) or a gradient \(f'(x)\) at a point.

使用時機: Checking calculus answers, or where only a numerical value is needed.

步驟

Use the GDC's numeric integral / derivative function with the limits or the point.

考試提示: Use a GDC from the IB-approved list in examination mode. Some papers do not permit a calculator. Always show your reasoning.

Statistics & probability distributions

Graphical calculator / GDC (exam mode)

用途: 1-var/2-var statistics, linear regression, and cumulative binomial / normal / Poisson probabilities without tables.

使用時機: Statistics questions and hypothesis tests.

步驟

Enter data in the statistics editor, or use the distribution menu (binomial cdf, normal cdf, …).

考試提示: Use a GDC from the IB-approved list in examination mode. Some papers do not permit a calculator. Always show your reasoning.

常見錯誤

1high涉及分數: 4Biological approach to understanding behaviour (Core)
Describing multiple research studies or techniques in Section A SAQs, which wastes precious exam time.
如何避免: Present and detail exactly one high-quality, relevant study. Examiners will only grade the first study described.
2high涉及分數: 5Sociocultural approach to understanding behaviour (Core)
Confusing enculturation (learning native cultural schemas) with acculturation (cultural change from foreign contact).
如何避免: Explicitly define enculturation as internalizing one's primary native culture and acculturation as adjusting to a new culture.
3high涉及分數: 3Approaches to researching behaviour (Core)
Providing a one-sided evaluation (strengths only or limitations only) in ERQs.
如何避免: Ensure every evaluation essay presents a balanced review of both strengths and limitations to avoid a 3-mark cap on Criterion D.
4medium涉及分數: 4Biological approach to understanding behaviour (Core)
Treating brain-imaging techniques (like MRI and fMRI) as research methods.
如何避免: Classify fMRI/MRI as technology tools utilized within a research method like an experiment or case study.
5high涉及分數: 6Abnormal psychology (Options)
Writing sequential descriptive essays for 'Contrast' questions in Paper 2 rather than directly comparing factors throughout.
如何避免: Structure contrast essays comparatively from the start, highlighting explicit similarities and differences throughout the response.
6medium涉及分數: 4Biological approach to understanding behaviour (Core)
Failing to explicitly link animal research findings back to human neurobiology and behavior.
如何避免: When utilizing animal models, actively write a conceptual bridge detailing the specific evolutionary or physiological links to human behavior.

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