SUMMER 2026
PREDICTED PAPER
OCR GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway
Science) J249/01 (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
F
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Physics A
(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 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 90.
• 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 24 pages.
Note: In the worked solutions, marks for each question are represented using different colours
within the answers. This helps indicate the sections of the solution where marks are typically
awarded.
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Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1.Which word describes the charge on an electron?
A Negative
B Neutral
C Positive
D Zero
Your answer [1]
2.Series circuit, 3Ω and 5Ω resistors, current through 3Ω is 2A. What is the current through
the 5Ω resistor?
A 0A
B 1A
C 2A
D 4A
Your answer [1]
3.Measuring speed of a toy car across a 2m track. Which instruments?
Distance Time
A 30 cm ruler stopwatch
B metre ruler stopwatch
C metre ruler analogue clock
D trundle wheel stopwatch
Your answer [1]
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4.Person X lifts 200N through 3m in 10s. Person Y lifts same in 5s. Who has greater power?
A Person X because they use less force
B Person X because they take longer
C Person Y because they transfer the same energy in less time
D Person Y because they are stronger
Your answer [1]
5.Velocity-time graph shows a horizontal straight line. What does this tell us?
A It is accelerating
B It is decelerating
C It is stationary
D It is moving at constant speed
Your answer [1]
6. Which statement is an example of a physical change?
A Burning wood
B Melting chocolate
C Rusting iron
D Cooking a steak
Your answer [1]
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PREDICTED PAPER
OCR GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway
Science) J249/01 (Foundation Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
F
• the Equation Sheet for GCSE (9–1) Physics A
(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 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 90.
• 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 24 pages.
Note: In the worked solutions, marks for each question are represented using different colours
within the answers. This helps indicate the sections of the solution where marks are typically
awarded.
Turn over
for more: tyrionpapers.com
, 2
Section A
You should spend a maximum of 30 minutes on this section.
Write your answer to each question in the box provided.
1.Which word describes the charge on an electron?
A Negative
B Neutral
C Positive
D Zero
Your answer [1]
2.Series circuit, 3Ω and 5Ω resistors, current through 3Ω is 2A. What is the current through
the 5Ω resistor?
A 0A
B 1A
C 2A
D 4A
Your answer [1]
3.Measuring speed of a toy car across a 2m track. Which instruments?
Distance Time
A 30 cm ruler stopwatch
B metre ruler stopwatch
C metre ruler analogue clock
D trundle wheel stopwatch
Your answer [1]
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4.Person X lifts 200N through 3m in 10s. Person Y lifts same in 5s. Who has greater power?
A Person X because they use less force
B Person X because they take longer
C Person Y because they transfer the same energy in less time
D Person Y because they are stronger
Your answer [1]
5.Velocity-time graph shows a horizontal straight line. What does this tell us?
A It is accelerating
B It is decelerating
C It is stationary
D It is moving at constant speed
Your answer [1]
6. Which statement is an example of a physical change?
A Burning wood
B Melting chocolate
C Rusting iron
D Cooking a steak
Your answer [1]
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