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This page hosts StudyVector’s independent 2026 A-Level Mathematics Paper 1 predicted-practice paper modelled on 7357/1,100 marks over 120 minutes. Predicted focus topics: proof, calculus, trigonometry, sequences, numerical methods. It is not an official paper, not a leaked paper and not a guarantee — students should still revise the full specification and verify against official past papers from AQA.
- Qualification
- A-Level Mathematics
- Exam board model
- AQA
- Paper code
- 7357/1
- Total marks
- 100 marks
- Time allowed
- 120 minutes
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Is AQA A-Level Maths 2026 Predicted Practice Paper — Paper 1 an official exam paper?
No. It is an original StudyVector predicted-practice paper for revision. It is not official, leaked or guaranteed, and students should still revise the full specification.
How many marks and questions are in this predicted paper?
This paper has 100 marks across 14 questions and is designed for a 120-minute practice session.
What are the A-Level Mathematics Paper 1 predictions for 2026?
StudyVector's 2026 A-Level Mathematics Paper 1 predicted paper focuses on proof, calculus, trigonometry, sequences, numerical methods. This is an independent, AQA-style predicted-practice paper modelled on the published specification — it is not a leaked paper and is not official.
Which topics are likely to come up in A-Level Mathematics Paper 1 2026?
Based on the AQA-style structure and recent paper patterns, StudyVector's prediction prioritises: proof; calculus; trigonometry; sequences; numerical methods. Students should still revise the full specification because exam boards rotate topics.
What is the A-Level Mathematics Paper 1 format (7357/1)?
A-Level Mathematics Paper 1 (7357/1) is 100 marks over 120 minutes. 7357/1 model: 100 marks, 120 minutes.
Predicted paper
AQA A-Level Maths 2026 Predicted Practice Paper — Paper 1
A-Level Mathematics · AQA-style · 120 minutes · 100 marks
Modelled component: 7357/1 · Calculator permitted
7357/1 model: 100 marks, 120 minutes.
Prediction type: predicted_paper · Evidence mode: historical · Full-length original StudyVector predicted-practice paper modelled on public exam-board structure. It is not official, leaked or guaranteed.
Evidence basis: public exam-board specification structure, historical topic weighting patterns, StudyVector practice-quality review.
AI-generated practice paper. Not an official AQA-style paper, not leaked exam content, and not an exam-board endorsement.
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0–100 model (higher = more demanding)
- proof
- calculus
- trigonometry
- sequences
- numerical methods
Preview mode
0/14 questions attempted · score 0/100 (0%)
Answer ALL questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided. You must write down all the stages in your working.
Section A: Pure Mathematics
Pure mathematics questions with a gradient of difficulty. Answer ALL questions.
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS1 (3 marks)
A-Level Algebra & Functions problem. Answer this exam-style question on Algebra & Functions. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS1 is 3 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS2 (4 marks)
A-Level Coordinate Geometry problem. Answer this exam-style question on Coordinate Geometry. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS2 is 4 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS3 (5 marks)
A-Level differentiation problem. The curve C has equation y = x^3 - 4x^2 + 5x + 4. (a) Find dy/dx. (b) Find the coordinates of any stationary points. (c) Determine the nature of one stationary point.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS3 is 5 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS4 (5 marks)
A-Level differentiation problem. The curve C has equation y = x^3 - 5x^2 + 6x + 4. (a) Find dy/dx. (b) Find the coordinates of any stationary points. (c) Determine the nature of one stationary point.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS4 is 5 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS5 (6 marks)
A-Level Trigonometry problem. Answer this exam-style question on Trigonometry. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS5 is 6 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS6 (7 marks)
A-Level Sequences & Series problem. Answer this exam-style question on Sequences & Series. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS6 is 7 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS7 (8 marks)
A-Level Proof problem. Answer this exam-style question on Proof. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS7 is 8 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS8 (9 marks)
A-Level Numerical Methods problem. Answer this exam-style question on Numerical Methods. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS8 is 9 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS9 (10 marks)
A-Level Algebra & Functions problem. Answer this exam-style question on Algebra & Functions. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS9 is 10 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS10 (12 marks)
A-Level Coordinate Geometry problem. Answer this exam-style question on Coordinate Geometry. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS10 is 12 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS11 (7 marks)
A-Level differentiation problem. The curve C has equation y = x^3 - 12x^2 + 13x + 4. (a) Find dy/dx. (b) Find the coordinates of any stationary points. (c) Determine the nature of one stationary point.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS11 is 7 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS12 (10 marks)
A-Level differentiation problem. The curve C has equation y = x^3 - 13x^2 + 14x + 4. (a) Find dy/dx. (b) Find the coordinates of any stationary points. (c) Determine the nature of one stationary point.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS12 is 10 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS13 (7 marks)
A-Level Trigonometry problem. Answer this exam-style question on Trigonometry. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS13 is 7 marks)
Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS14 (7 marks)
A-Level Sequences & Series problem. Answer this exam-style question on Sequences & Series. You should show clear working, justify each step and give your final answer in a suitable form.
(Total for Question SECTION-A-PURE-MATHEMATICS14 is 7 marks)
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