| Date | May 2022 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 22M.2.SL.tz0.2 |
| Level | Standard Level | Paper | Paper 2 | Time zone | time zone 0 |
| Command term | Identify | Question number | 2 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Identify the bone type of the scapula.
[1]
a.
The diagram shows a gymnast holding a position called an iron cross.
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Discuss the response of systolic and diastolic blood pressure to this static position.
[3]
b.
Markscheme
flat;
a.
<isometric> contraction of muscles compresses blood vessels leading to increased blood pressure;
diastolic blood pressure increases;
systolic blood pressure increases;
b.
Examiners report
[N/A]
a.
This was poorly addressed by candidates. Most candidates attempted this question with many getting marks for increases in diastolic and systolic blood pressure. Many students attempted to get marks by mentioning that one increased where the other decreases. Very few achieved the full three marks and explained mark point one.
b.
