OCR SUMMER 2026
PREDICTED PAPER
AS Level Physics A
WORKED SOLUTIONS
H156/01 Breadth in physics
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
You must have:
• the Data, Formulae and Relationships Booklet
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
a ruler (cm/mm)
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 pages 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 70.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• This document has 22 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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, Section A
You should spend a maximum of 25 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1. A student measures the diameter of a wire five times and gets the following results: 1.42 mm, 1.45
mm, 1.41 mm, 1.44 mm, 1.43 mm. Which statement best describes the data?
A High accuracy, low precision
B Low accuracy, high precision
C High precision, unknown accuracy
D Low precision, low accuracy
Your answer [1]
2. A force of 12 N acts on an object at 30° above the horizontal.
What is the horizontal component of this force?
A 6.0 N
B 10.4 N
C 12.0 N
D 7.2 N
Your answer [1]
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, 3.Which of the following is a vector quantity?
A Speed
B Temperature
C Energy
D Displacement
Your answer [1]
4.An object is in equilibrium. Which of the following must be true?
A The object is stationary
B The object moves at increasing speed
C The resultant force on the object is zero
D The object has no mass
Your answer [1]
5. A spring has a force constant of 40 N m⁻¹. A load of 8 N is applied within its elastic limit.
What is the extension of the spring?
A 320 mm
B 200 mm
C 0.05 mm
D 5 mm
Your answer [1]
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PREDICTED PAPER
AS Level Physics A
WORKED SOLUTIONS
H156/01 Breadth in physics
Time allowed: 1 hour 30 minutes
You must have:
• the Data, Formulae and Relationships Booklet
You can use:
a scientific or graphical calculator
a ruler (cm/mm)
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 pages 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 70.
• The marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
• This document has 22 pages.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, Section A
You should spend a maximum of 25 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1. A student measures the diameter of a wire five times and gets the following results: 1.42 mm, 1.45
mm, 1.41 mm, 1.44 mm, 1.43 mm. Which statement best describes the data?
A High accuracy, low precision
B Low accuracy, high precision
C High precision, unknown accuracy
D Low precision, low accuracy
Your answer [1]
2. A force of 12 N acts on an object at 30° above the horizontal.
What is the horizontal component of this force?
A 6.0 N
B 10.4 N
C 12.0 N
D 7.2 N
Your answer [1]
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, 3.Which of the following is a vector quantity?
A Speed
B Temperature
C Energy
D Displacement
Your answer [1]
4.An object is in equilibrium. Which of the following must be true?
A The object is stationary
B The object moves at increasing speed
C The resultant force on the object is zero
D The object has no mass
Your answer [1]
5. A spring has a force constant of 40 N m⁻¹. A load of 8 N is applied within its elastic limit.
What is the extension of the spring?
A 320 mm
B 200 mm
C 0.05 mm
D 5 mm
Your answer [1]
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