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CAPS Maths Lit Grade 10 Past Papers
Mathematical Literacy focuses on real-world number sense: finance, measurement, maps, data and probability. Work through both papers with a calculator where allowed, then mark carefully - method and interpretation marks are easy to lose if you rush.
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Mathematical Literacy Grade 10 past papers and memos from the Department of Basic Education. The pack on this page: Grade 10 Common Papers (2015-2018).
Papers in each sitting
- Grade 10 Common Papers (2015-2018): Paper 1, Paper 2.
How to use these papers
Write one paper in the time your school allows, then mark it with the memo from the same pack. The links below open the DBE file when the catalogue has one, and the session page when it does not. For a walkthrough of the questions you missed, book CAPS Maths Literacy tutoring.
Papers and memos by year
2018 November
Mathematical Literacy - Grade 10 Common Papers (2015-2018). Direct PDF links open the DBE file where available; otherwise the session page lists every subject pack.
- Paper 1Question paper (DBE session)Memo (DBE session)
- Paper 2Question paper (DBE session)Memo (DBE session)
Open full Grade 10 Common Papers (2015-2018) pack on education.gov.za
Need help with Grade 10 Maths Lit?
Practise with past papers, then book a CAPS tutor for guided walkthroughs, exam technique, and a plan for the topics you keep losing marks on.