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How to answer problem questions in a OCR Law exam?
All problem questions (20 marks) should follow this structure:
1. State the Law – Write down the relevant legal rules.
- For murder → include actus reus and mens rea
- For negligence → include duty of care, breach, and causation
2. Apply the Law to the Scenario– Apply each part of the law to the facts.
Top tip:
Deal with each incident separately — this helps you gain more marks.
Example:
- Incident 1 → apply actus reus + mens rea
- Incident 2 → apply actus reus + mens rea
3. Conclusion
State the outcome clearly:
- Will the defendant be guilty?
- Will they be liable?
Simple rule to remember:
Law → Apply → Conclude
How to answer a problem question in a AQA lAW exam?
How to answer a problem question in a AQA lAW exam?
Most law questions require applying law to a scenario.
Use IRAC:
I – Issue
Identify the legal issue.
R – Rule
State the relevant law or case.
A – Application
Apply the law to the facts.
C – Conclusion
State the likely outcome.
Use this structure for 30 markers
“3 mistakes students make in law exams”
3 mistakes:
Mistake1:Do not read the question properly- look at the command words for example:
Explain/ Describe needs just an explanation of the law with some legal authorities or examples.
Mistake2: Students forget to use legal knowledge.
Use your knowledge of the law in Section B questions.
Both problem questions and evaluation questions require legal knowledge.
Exam tip: Write down all your legal knowledge first.
Remember: Up to 8 marks are awarded just for showing your knowledge
Mistake3: Students don’t use the correct structure.
For evaluation questions, use this exam technique:
- Make a point
- Develop the point
- Expand it using “Furthermore” or “However”
This structure helps you write stronger answers and gain more marks.
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