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Economics: Assessment format and assessment aims at the A levels

Assessment format and assessment aims at the A levels The A levels H2 Economics examination comprises of two written components: Paper 1 (Case studies) and Paper 2 (Essays). Candidates are expected to complete two compulsory case studies in Paper 1 while they will have a choice of six questions in Paper 2, from which [...]

How to Move the Sun: Stellar Engines

Nothing in the Universe is static. In the milky way, billions of stars orbit the galactic center. Some, like our sun, are pretty consistent, keeping a distance of around 30,000 light years from the galactic center, completing an orbit every 230 million years. This dance is not an orderly ballet - more like a [...]

A Practical Information Guide to Choosing A Secondary School

A Practical Information Guide to Choosing A Secondary School Congratulations! You, like most Singaporean parents, have successfully steered your child through the potential minefield that is the Primary School Leaving Examinations (PSLE) and are about to give yourself a pat on the back for a [...]

What are Gravitational Waves?

What are gravitational waves? In September 2015, scientists witnessed something never seen before: two black holes colliding. Both about 30 times as big as our Sun, they had been orbiting each other for millions of years. A fraction of a second before the crash, they sent a vibration across the universe at the speed [...]

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JC Cut-Off Points 2020

'A' Level Tuition Specialist JC Cut Off Points 2020 JC Cut Off Points 2019 Here’s the JC cut off points for 2020 for Arts & Science/ IB: Junior College Arts Science / IB ASRJC 11 [...]

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IP School Ranking (2019 PSLE Cut off Points Sec1 intake)

IP School Ranking (2019 PSLE Cut-off Points Sec1 intake) Here's the IP School Ranking based from the PSLE cut off points for 2019 intake, together with the past 2 years PSLE cut off points: S/N Schools Cut Off Point 2019 Cut Off Point [...]

The mathematics of sidewalk illusions

Have you ever come across an oddly stretched image on the sidewalk, only to find that it looks remarkably realistic if you stand in exactly the right spot? These sidewalk illusions employ a technique called anamorphosis — a special case of perspective art where artists represent 3D views on 2D surfaces. So how is [...]

Revise for your JC year-end exams with us!

Ace your JC1 Promotional Exams with us! The JC1 Promotional Exam Preparatory Classes are now open for registration! We cover the most subjects in Singapore: Biology, Chemistry, Economics, General Paper, Mathematics, Physics and History. Soon, you will sit for your promotional exams, and it is important to ask yourself - [...]

The Physics of Drifting, Explained

Here's an in-depth look at the physics of drifting from Business Insider: Car drifting is both a pastime and profession. For hobbyists and professionals, the basic principles of drifting are the same. Toss the car sideways and hang on. We wanted to take a deeper look into the activity. We asked Leona Chin, a professional [...]

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