Mathematics A-Level
Critical evaluation
What Critical evaluation means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Critical evaluation
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
A reasoned judgement about the usefulness of a model in context, weighing strengths against limitations and supported by evidence from outputs and assumptions.
Topics that use Critical evaluation
- Overarching theme 3: Mathematical modelling (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Accurate recording
- Appropriate precision
- Contextual meaning
- Exploration of scenarios
- Fitness for purpose
- Input selection
- Mathematical model
- model refinement
Using Critical evaluation in the exam
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