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OCR A Level Economics Past Papers & Mark Schemes

Free OCR A Level Economics past papers with mark schemes: 4 papers, 2021 to 2024. PDF downloads, no sign-up.

Every OCR A Level Economics paper we list, newest first. Each row shows the question paper and its mark scheme, both PDFs.

OCR A Level Economics papers by year

4 papers, 2021 to 2024. List last checked on 28 September 2026.

2024

SessionPaperQuestion paperMark scheme
June 2024Paper 1 - June 2024Question paper (PDF)Mark scheme (PDF)

2023

SessionPaperQuestion paperMark scheme
June 2023Paper 1 - June 2023Question paper (PDF)Mark scheme (PDF)

2022

SessionPaperQuestion paperMark scheme
June 2022Paper 1 - June 2022Question paper (PDF)Mark scheme (PDF)

2021

SessionPaperQuestion paperMark scheme
November 2021Paper 1 - November 2021Question paper (PDF)Mark scheme (PDF)

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Frequently asked questions

Which Economics paper should I practise first?

Choose a paper that matches your specification and the topics you want to assess. If you're working on a particular weakness, start with suitable questions rather than a full paper. Keep some unfamiliar papers for timed practice later.

Where can I find the answers to this Economics past paper?

Use the matching official mark scheme, checking the specification, year, session and paper number. For questions that accept a range of responses, read the marking criteria as well as any example answer.

Can I use another exam board's past papers?

They can provide extra practice on overlapping topics, but content, terminology and assessment requirements can differ. Prioritise your own specification and ask your teacher to check unfamiliar material from another board.

Can I use papers from an old specification?

Some questions may still be relevant, but topics, methods and assessment requirements can change. Check each question against your current specification and use current-specification papers to practise the exam's overall structure.

How do I improve evaluation in economics answers?

Go beyond listing advantages and disadvantages. Explain what the outcome depends on, apply your reasoning to the question's context and support your judgement. Check the relevant mark scheme for how that task rewards analysis and evaluation.

What should I do after marking a past paper?

Record what went wrong: missing knowledge, a misunderstood question, an incorrect method or running out of time. Revise the relevant topic, then retry the question without looking at the solution. Later, try a different question to check that you can apply what you learned.

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