Dse Physics Mock Paper Apr 2026

| | Paper 1A (MC) | Paper 1B (Long & Structured) | Paper 2 (Electives) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Duration | 60 minutes | 90 minutes | 60 minutes | | Weighting | 21% of total score | 39% of total score | 20% of total score | | Question Type | Multiple Choice (36 Qs) | Short questions, structured, & essay | MC (20 Qs) |

| | Points Awarded | | :--- | :--- | | Correct formula (symbolic form) | 1 mark | | Correct substitution with units | 1 mark | | Correct numerical answer (with unit) | 1 mark | | Appropriate significant figures (e.g., 3 sig fig) | 1 bonus (or penalty for omission) | | Explanation using physics principles (e.g., Lenz's law direction) | 1–2 marks | No method mark is given for a correct final answer without working. Partial marks are liberally given for correct intermediate steps. 6. Sample Question (Extract – Paper 1B) Topic: Electricity & Mechanics (Mixed) A toy car of mass 0.5 kg is powered by a 9V battery with internal resistance 1Ω. The motor draws 2A when running. dse physics mock paper

(a) Calculate the terminal voltage across the battery. (2 marks) (b) If the motor converts 70% of electrical energy into kinetic energy, find the car's maximum speed after starting from rest over 3 seconds. (4 marks) (c) why the car reaches a terminal speed despite constant voltage. (2 marks) | | Paper 1A (MC) | Paper 1B

3 hours 30 minutes (with break) 2. Syllabus Coverage (Compulsory Part – Paper 1) The paper follows the CDC-HKEAA Curriculum (2026 onwards). High-weightage topics are prioritized. Sample Question (Extract – Paper 1B) Topic: Electricity

Target Audience: F.6 Students preparing for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Physics Examination (Compulsory & Elective Parts) 1. Examination Overview This mock paper is meticulously designed to mirror the Hong Kong Examination and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) style, difficulty level, and syllabus coverage. It serves as a final "litmus test" before the official DSE.