The 2024 Postgraduate Entrance Examination Mathematics Written Examination has ended three sessions, and the difficulty of each test paper varies according to the candidates' feedback. Some test takers said that the math was moderately difficult and could be challenged, but they did not necessarily achieve a high score. Some candidates also think that as long as they can make their own questions, there is no need to worry about other difficulties. In the written examination for postgraduate entrance examinations, the requirements for mathematics for different majors are also different. Some majors do not take mathematics and are considered the easiest majors;And for majors that take the math exam, there are three more sets of papers to choose from. Among them, the Mathematics set of papers is the most difficult, but this is expected;The difficulty of the second set of mathematics is relatively low, but it does not mean that it is easy;The three sets of Mathematics papers are the least difficult, but they are still a challenge for candidates with poor numeracy skills. Therefore, on the whole, the difficulty of the test paper in the 2024 postgraduate mathematics examination does not exceed expectations, and for people who are more difficult in college mathematics courses, they can also have certain psychological expectations. Different test takers will have different feelings about the difficulty of math, so it is not possible to generalize based on the test-taker's statement alone. What is certain, however, is that math proficiency candidates may find it relatively easy to take math two or math three, while math three may become a difficult problem for average candidates. As a result, many undergraduates are afraid to apply for graduate school because they are afraid that it will be difficult in mathematics and English. In recent years, the difficulty of the postgraduate mathematics test paper has basically remained stable, and college mathematics has always been a relatively difficult course, and the difficulty is increasing, which makes many people feel pressured. In addition, mathematics involves limited knowledge points, and the exam has been conducted for many years, so innovation in basic knowledge is the only way out, and the test questions are becoming more and more flexible, giving people the feeling of more and more deviating from tradition. This is similar to the mathematics, physics and chemistry questions in the college entrance examination. To sum up, mathematics is a subject that examines the subject literacy of candidates, and for graduate majors, majors with high mathematical requirements are usually more easily employed, which is also a reflection of the discipline threshold. Based on the changes in the mathematics test questions in recent years, it is recommended that candidates in 2025 should focus on three points when preparing for mathematics: laying a good foundation, practicing numeracy skills, and comprehensive review, because there will be new changes every year.
According to the candidates, the difficulty of the mathematics test paper in 2024 is not much different from last year. For candidates with strong mathematical ability, this set of test papers does not bring them much pressure, after all, they usually have a certain accumulation and research on mathematics. However, for average-level candidates, a set of Mathematics papers remains a challenge. This set of papers requires candidates to solve many difficult problems in a limited amount of time, not only to perform calculations quickly and accurately, but also to have the ability to apply knowledge flexibly. Compared with Mathematics 2 and Mathematics 3, Mathematics 1 pays more attention to the theoretical and reasoning ability of candidates, and involves a wider range of knowledge points. Especially in the process of solving multiple-choice questions and large questions, candidates need to deeply understand the problems and apply the knowledge and methods they have learned to solve them. Therefore, a set of mathematics papers requires candidates to have a high level of mathematical literacy and problem-solving ability, and for those candidates who have a poor foundation in mathematics or are not confident in mathematics, this set of papers may make them feel stressful.
However, Mathematics I may seem relatively straightforward for those who have excellent mathematical ability. For them, the Mathematics Paper is just a platform for them to showcase their talents. They are able to quickly understand the requirements of the problem, accurately grasp the solution idea, perform calculations efficiently, and can make high-quality answers when time allows. For these math gurus, math two or math three may be more reflective of their strengths. Therefore, whether it is for candidates who are relatively proficient or average, preparing for the exam for Mathematics I requires a full understanding and mastery of relevant knowledge, a solid foundation, and a breakthrough in problem-solving ability.
Compared with Mathematics I, the Mathematics II test paper in 2024 is slightly less difficult. However, this does not mean that Math 2 is simple. According to the feedback from the candidates, the Mathematics 2 paper still puts forward high requirements for the candidates' mathematical ability and problem-solving skills. The low difficulty of the Mathematics II paper is mainly reflected in the setting of question types. Compared with Mathematics I, Mathematics II is more biased towards basic application problems and practical problem solving. This set of papers focuses more on the candidates' ability to apply mathematical knowledge, especially in the process of modeling and solving practical problems. Although the questions are relatively simple, they require candidates to have high requirements for the understanding and flexible application of mathematical knowledge.
In the Mathematics 2 paper, it is the multiple-choice and solution parts that challenge many candidates. Although the overall difficulty is relatively low, there are still some difficult problems. Especially in the multiple-choice questions, there are two questions that are more difficult and require candidates to use multiple knowledge points to solve them. In the solution questions, there is often a certain degree of difficulty and calculation in the later big questions. Therefore, candidates need to have fast and accurate calculation ability on the premise of ensuring the accuracy of the answers. In general, the difficulty of the Mathematics II test paper is moderate and the amount of questions is large, which puts forward requirements for the speed of the candidates and the performance on the spot.
3. Three sets of mathematics test papers: a large number of questions, a large amount of calculations, and high requirements for computing ability (1000 words).
In the three sets of mathematics papers for the 2024 postgraduate entrance examination, the difficulty of mathematics questions is relatively low. However, the increase in the number of questions and calculations makes Math 3 put forward higher requirements for candidates' computing ability. Many liberal arts students will be at a loss for the Math 3 test paper, and even have a feeling of "I want to cry". Due to the large amount of calculations, it is a huge challenge for candidates who are not strong enough to do so. Whether it is a long-form calculation or a tedious operation, candidates need to have high computing ability and problem-solving skills.
The three sets of mathematics papers mainly examine the candidates' mastery and application of basic knowledge points. Although the difficulty is low, candidates are required to complete a large number of calculations and derivations in a limited time, which has high requirements for calculation speed and accuracy. Especially in multiple-choice questions, multiple knowledge points are often involved, which require candidates to understand the questions in depth and answer them quickly and accurately. In the part of answering questions, although the difficulty of the questions is low, there are problems with a large amount of calculation, which puts forward higher requirements for candidates' computing ability and problem-solving efficiency.
The three sets of mathematics papers are usually selected by candidates for economics and management majors, which is also because these majors have relatively low requirements for mathematics. However, the importance of mathematics in economics and management majors cannot be overlooked. Mathematics, as the foundation of economics, management and other disciplines, is the core tool for the research of these disciplines. Therefore, for graduate students, even if they choose Mathematics 3 as the test subject, they cannot regard it as an easy "life-saving straw", but need to take it seriously and fully prepare for the exam.
To sum up, the difficulty of the 2024 postgraduate mathematics paper has not exceeded expectations overall, and it has also maintained a certain degree of stability compared to previous years. The first set of mathematics test papers has higher requirements for the mathematical literacy and problem-solving ability of postgraduate students, the second test paper of mathematics has lower difficulty but requires problem-solving ability, and the third test paper of mathematics has a large number of questions and calculations, and has high requirements for computing ability. Different candidates' feelings about the difficulty of the test paper vary depending on the choice of the test, so the testee's statement can only be used as a reference.
For 2025 candidates, it is recommended to focus on three aspects when preparing for mathematics: laying a good foundation in mathematics and mastering basic knowledge;Strengthen the training of computing ability and improve the efficiency of problem solving;Make sure to review thoroughly and keep up with the new changes in the test questions. Mathematics is a symbol of a high-quality major, and for those candidates with strong mathematical ability, the employment prospects are better. Therefore, in the process of preparing for mathematics, it is necessary to give full play to personal advantages and pay more attention to the mastery and application of mathematical knowledge.
In short, mathematics is an important subject for the postgraduate entrance examination, and in the process of preparing for the exam, it is necessary to pay attention to the foundation of basic knowledge, train calculation ability and problem-solving skills, and keep abreast of the latest changes in the test questions. With reasonable preparation strategies and hard work, it is believed that candidates can achieve excellent results in postgraduate mathematics.