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A: The aim is given in

the title of the
exploration.

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A: A table of contents
indicates organization
but is not necessary on
a piece of work of this
length.

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C: This indicates the

interest, the research
carried out and the
context of the
exploration.

A: The aim is stated.

D: Reflection
on how
assumptions
will be made.
A: Indicates a clear
structure.

A: The student follows the structure they

have described.

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A: The introduction is
rather lengthy.

C: Collects own raw

data.

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Small typo.

D: Reflects on the best method to use.

E: Simple calculation of interpolation.

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B: Graphical
representation of
cumulative frequency.

E: The student
confuses
interpolation and
extrapolation.

D: Limitations are
discussed showing
meaningful reflection.

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E/B: Use of sigma

notation.

B: Variables are
defined.

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A: Concise summary of
the previous tables.

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D: Meaningful
reflection.

E: The regression line

needs explanation.

D: Meaningful
reflection.

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D: Reflection on the
use of the model
above.

E: The student builds

the quartic regression
model.

B: Found using
technology?

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D: Reflection on the
validity of the function.

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A: The exploration is
well organized.

D: The reflection is
meaningful rather than
critical.

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