SUMMER 2026
PREDICTED PAPER
OCR GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway
Science) J249/04 (Higher Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
H
• 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.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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.A car of mass 1200 kg accelerates from rest to 20 m/s. What is the kinetic energy?
A 12 000 J
B 24 000 J
C 240 000 J
D 480 000 J
Your answer [1]
2.Which row correctly describes the properties of a longitudinal wave?
Particles vibrate Example
A parallel to wave direction light
B parallel to wave direction sound
C perpendicular to wave direction sound
D perpendicular to wave direction light
Your answer [1]
3.Which factor will decrease the braking distance of a car?
A Driving on an icy road
B Carrying a heavier load
C Recently replaced brake pads
D Driving at higher speed
Your answer [1]
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4.Which electromagnetic wave can pass through the human body and is used to image bones?
A Gamma rays
B Ultraviolet
C X-rays
D Microwaves
Your answer [1]
5.What happens to the hearing range of a person as they age?
A They lose the ability to hear low frequency sounds first
B Their ear canal narrows, blocking all sound
C The upper limit of frequencies they can detect decreases
D Their eardrum becomes thicker and vibrates faster
Your answer [1]
6. A galaxy shows a larger red-shift than a second galaxy observed from Earth.
Which statement is correct?
A The galaxy is moving towards the Earth
B Both galaxies are moving at the same speed
C The galaxy is moving away from Earth faster than the second galaxy
D The galaxy is closer to Earth than the second galaxy
Your answer [1]
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PREDICTED PAPER
OCR GCSE (9–1) Physics A (Gateway
Science) J249/04 (Higher Tier)
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
You must have:
• a ruler (cm/mm)
H
• 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.
ADVICE
• Read each question carefully before you start your answer.
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.A car of mass 1200 kg accelerates from rest to 20 m/s. What is the kinetic energy?
A 12 000 J
B 24 000 J
C 240 000 J
D 480 000 J
Your answer [1]
2.Which row correctly describes the properties of a longitudinal wave?
Particles vibrate Example
A parallel to wave direction light
B parallel to wave direction sound
C perpendicular to wave direction sound
D perpendicular to wave direction light
Your answer [1]
3.Which factor will decrease the braking distance of a car?
A Driving on an icy road
B Carrying a heavier load
C Recently replaced brake pads
D Driving at higher speed
Your answer [1]
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4.Which electromagnetic wave can pass through the human body and is used to image bones?
A Gamma rays
B Ultraviolet
C X-rays
D Microwaves
Your answer [1]
5.What happens to the hearing range of a person as they age?
A They lose the ability to hear low frequency sounds first
B Their ear canal narrows, blocking all sound
C The upper limit of frequencies they can detect decreases
D Their eardrum becomes thicker and vibrates faster
Your answer [1]
6. A galaxy shows a larger red-shift than a second galaxy observed from Earth.
Which statement is correct?
A The galaxy is moving towards the Earth
B Both galaxies are moving at the same speed
C The galaxy is moving away from Earth faster than the second galaxy
D The galaxy is closer to Earth than the second galaxy
Your answer [1]
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