STATE EXAMS: Record numbers for higher level mathematics

The highest number of students on record was entered for higher level maths and the first of two papers was considered fair.

Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) subject spokeswoman Sarah Barnicoat said it was straightforward in parts, with no unforeseen pitfalls in section A, and financial maths made an appearance.

She said the second section appeared to pose more challenges that required students to think at a deeper level but some more difficult parts were still manageable.