P3 (1)

Endorsement and Publication

  • Endorsed for Pearson Edexcel Qualifications MATHEMATICS - Book included: PEARSON EDEXCEL INTERNATIONAL A LEVEL PURE MATHEMATICS 3 STUDENT BOOK

  • Published by: Pearson Education Limited, 80 Strand, London, WC2R ORL.

  • Endorsement Statement: This resource provides high-quality support for Pearson qualifications, having undergone a review process by the awarding body.

  • Validates that content fully covers the teaching and learning objectives of the specification.

    • Official specifications available at: https://qualifications.pearson.com.

    • Maintains a balance between subject skills, knowledge, and preparation for assessment.

    • Text © Pearson Education Limited 2019.

    • Edited by: Richard Hutchinson and Eric Pradel.

    • Typeset by: Tech-Set Ltd, Gateshead, UK.

    • Illustrated by: Tech-Set Ltd, Gateshead, UK.

    • Cover Design by: Pearson Education Limited.

    • ISBN: 978 292244 92 1

Content Overview

  • CONTENTS:

    • COURSE STRUCTURE

    • ABOUT THIS BOOK

    • QUALIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW

    • EXTRA ONLINE CONTENT

  • Chapters Include:

    • Algebraic Methods

    • Functions and Graphs

    • Trigonometric Functions

    • Review Exercises

    • Exponential and Logarithmic functions

    • Differentiation

    • Integration

    • Numerical Methods

  • Chapter Organization:

    • Each chapter begins with learning objectives and prior knowledge check.

    • Includes step-by-step worked examples and graded exercise problems.

    • Challenges, reviews, and exam practice provided throughout.

  • Assessment Overview:

    • P3: Pure Mathematics 3 - 16% of IAL, marks: 75, duration: 1 hour 30 min. Available assessments: January, June, October iterations.

  • Assessment Objectives:

    • AO1: Recall, select and use knowledge (30%).

    • AO2: Construct rigorous mathematical arguments (30%).

    • AO3: Apply knowledge to represent situations (10%).

    • AO4: Comprehend mathematical contexts (5%).

    • AO5: Utilize mathematical technology efficiently (5%).

Preparation for Examination

  • Resources and Strategies:

    • Encourage utilization of online content and resources, including solution banks and technological tools for visualization and understanding.

    • Exercises are designed to scaffold learning from fundamental to advanced topics, ensuring retention and practical application of mathematical concepts.

    • Emphasis on problem-solving strategies and construction of mathematical arguments.

Course Structure Highlights

  • Algebraic Methods:

    • Arithmetic Operations with Algebraic Fractions, Improper Fractions.

    • Review exercises.

  • Trigonometric Functions:

    • Secant, Cosecant, Cotangent Functions, Graphs, Identities.

    • Review exercises to solidify understanding.

  • Exponential & Logarithmic Functions:

    • Diffeentiation and integration applications.

    • Real-world problem solving.

Useful Links and References

  • Pearson Online Resources

  • Interactive Workshops

    • Planned practice for students, checklists for assessment.