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Mathematicsfor WAEC & JAMB

The complete Mathematics curriculum for Nigerian senior secondary, SS1 through SS2 and WAEC, mapped topic by topic (24 topics with their subtopics). Study each topic, then take a timed CBT of real past questions with worked solutions on PrepAssure.

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Mathematics: SS1

Number Systems & Numerical Foundations

  • Number Bases (Conversion and Operations)
  • Modular Arithmetic (Clock Problems, Cyclic Patterns)
  • Fractions, Decimals, and Approximations
  • Significant Figures and Estimation Techniques

Indices and Logarithms

  • Laws of Indices (Positive, Negative, Fractional Powers)
  • Introduction to Logarithms
  • Relationship Between Indices and Logarithms
  • Basic Logarithm Laws

Algebraic Expressions & Operations

  • Formation and Simplification of Algebraic Expressions
  • Expansion and Factorization (Basic Forms)
  • Difference of Two Squares
  • Simple Quadratic Expressions

Sets and Basic Logic

  • Set Notation and Types of Sets
  • Venn Diagrams (Up to 3 Sets)
  • Basic Set Operations (Union, Intersection, Complement)
  • Applications of Sets in Problem Solving

Equations and Inequalities

  • Linear Equations in One and Two Variables
  • Simultaneous Equations (Substitution and Elimination)
  • Linear Inequalities and Number Line Representation
  • Word Problems Involving Equations

Ratio, Proportion & Percentages

  • Direct and Inverse Proportion
  • Partitive Proportion and Rates
  • Percentages, Profit and Loss
  • Discount, Commission, VAT
  • Simple and Compound Interest (Basic)

Mensuration (Geometry of Measurement)

  • Perimeter and Area of Plane Shapes
  • Circles, Sectors, Trapeziums, and Composite Figures
  • Surface Area of Cubes, Cuboids, Cylinders
  • Volume of Solids (Cube, Cuboid, Cylinder)

Statistics (Basic Data Handling)

  • Data Collection and Frequency Tables
  • Mean, Median, Mode (Ungrouped Data)
  • Bar Charts, Pie Charts, Histograms (Basic Interpretation)

Mathematics: SS2

Quadratic Expressions and Functions

  • Solving Quadratic Equations (Factorization, Formula, Completing Square)
  • Word Problems Leading to Quadratics
  • Quadratic Graphs (Plotting and Interpretation)
  • Maximum and Minimum Values

Algebraic Fractions & Variation

  • Simplification of Algebraic Fractions
  • Operations on Algebraic Fractions
  • Equations Involving Fractions
  • Direct, Inverse, Joint and Partial Variation

Logical Reasoning & Mathematical Thinking

  • Statements and Truth Values
  • Negation, Implication, Converse, Inverse, Contrapositive
  • Basic Logical Deductions

Plane Geometry (Lines and Angles)

  • Angles at a Point and on a Line
  • Parallel Lines and Angle Properties
  • Alternate, Corresponding and Interior Angles
  • Intercept Theorem

Triangles, Polygons & Quadrilaterals

  • Angle Properties of Triangles
  • Congruence and Similarity (SSS, SAS, ASA, RHS)
  • Polygon Angle Sums
  • Properties of Quadrilaterals (Parallelogram, Rhombus, Trapezium, etc.)

Circle Geometry

  • Chords and Perpendicular Bisectors
  • Angle Properties (Centre, Circumference, Semicircle)
  • Cyclic Quadrilaterals
  • Tangents and Radii
  • Alternate Segment Theorem

Constructions and Loci

  • Construction of Triangles and Quadrilaterals
  • Angle and Perpendicular Bisectors
  • Locus of Points (Equidistant Conditions)

Coordinate Geometry (Introduction)

  • Cartesian Plane and Plotting Points
  • Distance and Midpoint Formulas
  • Gradient of a Line
  • Equation of Straight Lines
  • Parallel and Perpendicular Lines

Statistics (Advanced Introduction)

  • Grouped Data and Frequency Tables
  • Mean (Assumed Mean Method)
  • Median and Mode (Graphs and Histograms)
  • Cumulative Frequency (Ogive)
  • Basic Spread: Range, Quartiles

Probability (Basic Concepts)

  • Experimental vs Theoretical Probability
  • Probability Scale (0 to 1)
  • Simple Addition and Multiplication Rules
  • Mutually Exclusive and Independent Events

Mathematics: SS3 / WAEC

Sequences and Series

  • Arithmetic Progression (AP): nth Term and Sum
  • Geometric Progression (GP): nth Term and Sum
  • Sum to Infinity (|r| < 1)
  • Real-Life Applications (Finance, Population Growth)

Indices, Logarithms & Surds

  • Advanced Laws of Indices
  • Solving Exponential Equations
  • Logarithms of Numbers Less Than 1
  • Logarithm Tables (Multiplication, Division, Powers)
  • Surds and Rationalization (Monomial and Binomial)

Commercial Mathematics

  • Simple and Compound Interest (Including Compounding Periods)
  • Depreciation and Hire Purchase
  • Income Tax and Exchange Rates
  • Shares, Bonds and Debentures
  • Basic Annuities and Financial Interpretation

Trigonometry (Advanced)

  • Trigonometric Ratios (0, 30, 45, 60, 90 degrees)
  • Angles of Elevation and Depression
  • Bearings and Navigation Problems
  • Sine and Cosine Rules (Basic Applications)
  • Graphs of Sine and Cosine Functions
  • Trigonometric Equations (Basic Solutions)

Introductory Calculus

  • Concept of Differentiation
  • Derivatives of Algebraic Functions
  • Gradient of Curves
  • Turning Points (Maxima and Minima)
  • Rates of Change Problems
  • Integration (Reverse of Differentiation)
  • Area Under Curve (Basic Problems)

Vectors and Transformations

  • Vector Representation and Magnitude
  • Addition, Subtraction, Scalar Multiplication
  • Parallel Vectors and Position Vectors
  • Reflection (Lines and Axes)
  • Rotation (About Origin and Points)
  • Translation Using Vectors
  • Enlargement (Scale Factor and Centre)
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