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Key Facts: MATSEC AM Applied Mathematics Exam
AM 02
Official MATSEC Advanced subject code
MATSEC 2026 syllabi catalogue
A–E / F
Subject grade scale (A highest pass; F fail)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
30 / 24 / 18 / 12 / 6
AM grade points for grades A / B / C / D / E
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
44
Minimum total grade points for Matriculation Certificate (with required subject mix)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
EUR 45
Revision of Paper fee at AM level (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
EUR 35
Late registration fee per subject (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
100
Free practice MCQs on this page (study adaptation)
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MATSEC Advanced Matriculation Applied Mathematics (AM 02) is a University of Malta MATSEC subject assessed under the 2026 syllabus (Two written papers: 3 hours each). Results use grades A–E (pass) or F; AM grade points contribute to the Matriculation Certificate (minimum 44 points). The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official MATSEC format simulation.
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1A particle starts from rest and moves with constant acceleration 2.5 m/s². Its speed after 6 s is
2A car travels 80 m in 4 s with constant acceleration from rest. Its acceleration is
3A particle has velocity 12 m/s and decelerates at 3 m/s². The distance until it stops is
4A force of 40 N acts on a mass of 5 kg. The magnitude of the acceleration is
5Two masses 3 kg and 5 kg hang over a smooth light pulley (Atwood machine). The magnitude of the acceleration is (take g = 9.8 m/s²)
6A 2 kg particle moves at 5 m/s. Its kinetic energy is
7A constant force of 20 N moves a particle 3 m in the direction of the force. The work done is
8A 4 kg mass moving at 6 m/s has linear momentum of magnitude
9A 3 kg particle moving at 4 m/s collides head-on and sticks to a 1 kg particle at rest. Their common speed after impact is
10Two forces of 6 N and 8 N act at right angles at a point. The magnitude of their resultant is
About the MATSEC AM Applied Mathematics Exam
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) Applied Mathematics — AM 02 (2026) is administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board (University of Malta). Advanced Matriculation subjects form part of the Matriculation Certificate pathway (two Advanced Level subjects, three Intermediate Level subjects and Systems of Knowledge, with group restrictions and a minimum of 44 grade points; AM grade points A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6). Assessment for AM 02 follows the official 2026 syllabus scheme: Two written papers of 3 hours each (Applied Mathematics / Mechanics). Paper I: ten questions of 8–12 marks each (100 marks total; answer all). Paper II: ten questions of 15 marks each; candidates attempt seven. Available in September. Official syllabus banner states this subject will no longer be offered for certification after 2026. Syllabus states Applied Mathematics will no longer be offered for certification after 2026; 2026 remains a certification year. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus knowledge and judgment, not an official paper simulation or substitute for required oral, practical, performance, coursework or project work.
Exam sponsor: MATSEC Examinations Board, University of Malta. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Two written papers of 3 hours each (Applied Mathematics / Mechanics). Paper I: ten questions of 8–12 marks each (100 marks total; answer all). Paper II: ten questions of 15 marks each; candidates attempt seven. Available in September. Official syllabus banner states this subject will no longer be offered for certification after 2026.
Time Limit
Two written papers: 3 hours each
Passing Score
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Exam / Certification Fees
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Kinematics in one and two dimensions
Kinematics in one and two dimensions
Newton's laws, forces and friction
Newton's laws, forces and friction
Work, energy and power
Work, energy and power
Momentum and collisions
Momentum and collisions
Circular motion and simple harmonic motion
Circular motion and simple harmonic motion
Projectiles and relative motion
Projectiles and relative motion
Statics, moments and equilibrium
Statics, moments and equilibrium
Centres of mass and rigid body dynamics
Centres of mass and rigid body dynamics
Preparing for the MATSEC AM Applied Mathematics Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
- Assessment: Two written papers of 3 hours each (Applied Mathematics / Mechanics). Paper I: ten questions of 8–12 marks each (100 marks total; answer all). Paper II: ten questions of 15 marks each; candidates attempt seven. Available in September. Official syllabus banner states this subject will no longer be offered for certification after 2026.
- Time limit: Two written papers: 3 hours each
- Exam / certification fees: The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable. Official sources
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What is MATSEC Advanced Matriculation Applied Mathematics?
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) Applied Mathematics — AM 02 (2026) is an Advanced Matriculation subject administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board at the University of Malta under the official 2026 syllabus (AM 02). Advanced subjects contribute grade points toward the Matriculation Certificate (A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6).
How is MATSEC AM Applied Mathematics assessed?
Two written papers of 3 hours each (Applied Mathematics / Mechanics). Paper I: ten questions of 8–12 marks each (100 marks total; answer all). Paper II: ten questions of 15 marks each; candidates attempt seven. Available in September. Official syllabus banner states this subject will no longer be offered for certification after 2026. Official papers are not fixed multiple-choice totals.
How much does MATSEC AM registration cost?
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
What grades and points apply at Advanced Level?
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Are these official MATSEC examination questions?
No. Official MATSEC AM Applied Mathematics uses the written/oral/practical/coursework components set in the AM 02 syllabus—not a fixed multiple-choice paper. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge practice only.