Oxford Cambridge and RSA
Wednesday 22 May 2024 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science)
J250/05 Physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Combined
F
Science A (Physics) (inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use the lined
page at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be given
for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 20 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
OCR is an exempt Charity
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section. Write
your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Objects can be charged by rubbing them with a cloth.
The diagram shows a plastic rod which has become charged.
+ – + – +
– + – +
Which statement correctly describes the plastic rod?
A The rod has an overall negative charge.
B The rod has an overall positive charge.
C The rod has gained neutrons.
D The rod has gained protons.
Your answer [1]
2 A spring has a spring constant of 20 N / m and its extension is 0.4 m.
What is the force exerted on the spring?
Use the equation: force exerted by a spring = extension × spring constant
A 0.8 N
B 5.0 N
C 8.0 N
D 20.4 N
Your answer [1]
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3 Which two instruments are used to measure the density of a rectangular glass block?
A A measuring cylinder and a ruler
B A protractor and a ruler
C A protractor and an electronic balance
D A ruler and an electronic balance
Your answer [1]
4 A car changes velocity by 14 m / s in 3.5 s.
What is the acceleration of the car?
change in velocity
Use the equation: acceleration =
time
2
A 0.25 m / s
B 4.0 m / s2
C 10.5 m / s2
D 17.5 m / s2
Your answer [1]
5 An object of mass 2.0 kg accelerates. The force acting on the object is 5.0 N.
Calculate the acceleration of the object.
Use the equation: force = mass × acceleration
A 0.4 m / s2
B 2.5 m / s2
C 3.0 m / s2
D 10.0 m / s2
Your answer [1]
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6 A student stretches four different springs as shown in the table.
The student measures the length of each spring:
• before the stretching force is applied
• during the time that the stretching force is applied
• after the stretching force has been removed.
Which spring shows plastic deformation?
Length before (cm) Length during (cm) Length after (cm)
A 2.4 2.9 2.4
B 2.5 5.0 2.5
C 2.5 2.9 2.9
D 2.6 2.6 2.6
Your answer [1]
7 The resistors shown in A, B, C and D are identical.
Which arrangement has the smallest resistance?
A
B
C
D
Your answer [1]
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Wednesday 22 May 2024 – Morning
GCSE (9–1) Combined Science A
(Gateway Science)
J250/05 Physics (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 10 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Combined
F
Science A (Physics) (inside this document)
You can use:
• a scientific or graphical calculator
• an HB pencil
Please write clearly in black ink. Do not write in the barcodes.
Centre number Candidate number
First name(s)
Last name
INSTRUCTIONS
• Use black ink. You can use an HB pencil, but only for graphs and diagrams.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided. If you need extra space use the lined
page at the end of this booklet. The question numbers must be clearly shown.
• Answer all the questions.
• Where appropriate, your answer should be supported with working. Marks might be given
for using a correct method, even if your answer is wrong.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 60.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• Quality of extended response will be assessed in questions marked with an asterisk (*).
• This document has 20 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 20 minutes on this section. Write
your answer to each question in the box provided.
1 Objects can be charged by rubbing them with a cloth.
The diagram shows a plastic rod which has become charged.
+ – + – +
– + – +
Which statement correctly describes the plastic rod?
A The rod has an overall negative charge.
B The rod has an overall positive charge.
C The rod has gained neutrons.
D The rod has gained protons.
Your answer [1]
2 A spring has a spring constant of 20 N / m and its extension is 0.4 m.
What is the force exerted on the spring?
Use the equation: force exerted by a spring = extension × spring constant
A 0.8 N
B 5.0 N
C 8.0 N
D 20.4 N
Your answer [1]
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, 3
3 Which two instruments are used to measure the density of a rectangular glass block?
A A measuring cylinder and a ruler
B A protractor and a ruler
C A protractor and an electronic balance
D A ruler and an electronic balance
Your answer [1]
4 A car changes velocity by 14 m / s in 3.5 s.
What is the acceleration of the car?
change in velocity
Use the equation: acceleration =
time
2
A 0.25 m / s
B 4.0 m / s2
C 10.5 m / s2
D 17.5 m / s2
Your answer [1]
5 An object of mass 2.0 kg accelerates. The force acting on the object is 5.0 N.
Calculate the acceleration of the object.
Use the equation: force = mass × acceleration
A 0.4 m / s2
B 2.5 m / s2
C 3.0 m / s2
D 10.0 m / s2
Your answer [1]
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6 A student stretches four different springs as shown in the table.
The student measures the length of each spring:
• before the stretching force is applied
• during the time that the stretching force is applied
• after the stretching force has been removed.
Which spring shows plastic deformation?
Length before (cm) Length during (cm) Length after (cm)
A 2.4 2.9 2.4
B 2.5 5.0 2.5
C 2.5 2.9 2.9
D 2.6 2.6 2.6
Your answer [1]
7 The resistors shown in A, B, C and D are identical.
Which arrangement has the smallest resistance?
A
B
C
D
Your answer [1]
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