IB Mathematics AA SL/HL Learner Book
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (AA) is one of the two mathematics subjects in the IB Diploma Programme, intended for students who enjoy pure mathematical thinking, rigorous reasoning and algebraic and calculus techniques. This Learner Book covers the full programme at both SL and HL.
$29.00- Programme
- IB Diploma Programme
- Subject
- Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (AA)
- Level
- SL & HL
- Pages
- 298 pages
- Language
- English (bilingual terms)
About this guide
The book combines clearly presented theory, step-by-step worked examples and a rich bank of practice, helping students both grasp the underlying concepts and master their problem-solving skills. HL content is marked separately so SL students can easily follow the parts relevant to them.
It is a comprehensive learning and revision resource that accompanies students from the start of the course through to the final DP exams, while also supporting the Mathematics IA (exploration).
What is inside
- Number and Algebra: exponents, logarithms, sequences, the binomial theorem and (HL) complex numbers and induction
- Functions: functions, graphs, graph transformations and equations
- Geometry and Trigonometry: trigonometry, trigonometric functions and (HL) vectors
- Statistics and Probability: descriptive statistics, probability and distributions
- Calculus: limits, differentiation, integration and applications; (HL) advanced extensions
- Step-by-step worked examples for every topic
- Practice graded by difficulty with answers, plus exam-style revision papers
- Guidance on the Mathematics IA (exploration) and tips for using the GDC
Who this guide is for
- IB DP students taking Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches at SL or HL
- Students who want a single book with theory, examples and practice all in one
- Students revising for Paper 1, Paper 2 (and Paper 3 for HL)
- Students preparing for the Mathematics IA who need ideas and a solid foundation
- Teachers who need teaching material and a source of practice aligned with IB standards
How to use this guide
- Identify whether you are taking SL or HL so you focus on the correctly marked content
- Read the theory, then follow the worked examples before attempting the practice yourself
- Work through the graded practice from easy to hard and check against the answers at the end of each chapter
- Practise using the GDC in line with the style of Paper 2/Paper 3 questions
- Use the exam-style revision papers to build speed and polish your solution write-up
- Consult the IA guidance section to choose a suitable exploration topic
Questions about this guide
Can the book be used for both SL and HL?
Yes. It contains all the SL content plus the HL extensions marked separately, so students at both levels can use it; SL students simply skip the notes marked for HL.
Should I choose AA or AI (Applications and Interpretation)?
AA suits students who lean towards pure mathematics, algebra and calculus, and is often needed for STEM and economics degrees at university, whereas AI leans towards real-world applications and modelling. This book is for the AA pathway.