Question 1

What are the A/L streams available in Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

The four main A/L streams in Sri Lanka are: Physical Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), Biological Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Agriculture), Commerce (Economics, Accounting, Business Studies), and Arts (various humanities subjects). Technology stream is also available at select schools.

Question 2

How is the Z-score calculated for university admissions?

Accepted Answer

The Z-score is a standardized score calculated by the University Grants Commission (UGC) based on A/L examination results. It compares a student's marks relative to the performance of all students in the same subject, allowing fair comparison across different subjects and streams.

Question 3

How many past papers are available for A/L subjects?

Accepted Answer

Past papers for most A/L subjects are available from 2000 onwards on Ape Danuma, covering both Sinhala and English mediums. Papers include the main exam paper and the official marking scheme.

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