A conclusion isn’t just a recap — it’s your final argument.
It shows that you understand what your mathematics revealed, how reliable it was, and what could be improved.
Examiners look for IAs that end with clarity, reflection, and coherence. A strong conclusion ties together your findings, evaluates their significance, and demonstrates that you’ve thought deeply about your exploration.
With RevisionDojo’s IA/EE Guide, Conclusion Builder, and Exemplars, you’ll learn how to write conclusions that leave a lasting impression on your examiner and elevate your reflection mark.
Before drafting your conclusion:
- Summarize your main findings clearly and concisely.
- Link back to your original aim or question.
- Evaluate how accurate or reliable your model was.
- Reflect on limitations and suggest future exploration.
- Use RevisionDojo’s Conclusion Builder to organize and phrase your final section effectively.
Start by restating your original aim to remind the reader what your IA set out to achieve.
Example:
“The goal of this investigation was to model the relationship between launch angle and projectile range using quadratic and trigonometric functions.”
RevisionDojo’s Aim Restatement Tool helps align your conclusion back to the introduction seamlessly.
Highlight your main results, keeping explanations concise but meaningful.
Example:
“The model predicted an optimal launch angle of 44.9°, aligning closely with the theoretical maximum range condition of 45°.”
RevisionDojo’s Result Summarizer ensures your summary focuses on clarity, not repetition.
Explain what your findings reveal about the topic or concept — this is where interpretation becomes reflection.
Example:
“The close match between modeled and theoretical results confirms that the quadratic approximation effectively represents real-world projectile motion under ideal conditions.”
RevisionDojo’s Interpretation Framework provides phrases and structures to link results with understanding.
Discuss how well your model or methods worked and identify their limitations.
Example:
“The regression model achieved an R² value of 0.987, indicating high accuracy; however, deviations occurred due to measurement error and environmental variation.”
RevisionDojo’s Evaluation Prompts help you present balanced and precise assessments.
Show awareness of the boundaries of your exploration.
Example:
“Assuming constant air resistance simplified calculations but reduced accuracy for higher launch speeds.”
RevisionDojo’s Limitations Template helps you phrase limitations constructively rather than defensively.
Demonstrate curiosity by proposing realistic next steps or refinements.
Example:
“Future investigations could incorporate variable air density or real-time motion tracking to improve model precision.”
RevisionDojo’s Extension Generator helps you design meaningful, relevant continuation ideas.
Include a sentence or two that shows personal growth or insight into mathematical thinking.
Example:
“This exploration deepened my appreciation for how mathematics models real phenomena and how small changes in parameters can significantly affect outcomes.”
RevisionDojo’s Personal Reflection Builder helps you express intellectual growth professionally.
Your final sentence should sound confident, reflective, and complete.
Example:
“Ultimately, this investigation demonstrates how mathematical modeling transforms everyday motion into a predictable and elegant system.”
RevisionDojo’s Closing Statement Tool helps you end your IA with clarity and authority.
1. How long should the conclusion be?
Roughly 200–300 words — enough to summarize and reflect without repeating earlier analysis.
2. Should I introduce new data or equations in the conclusion?
No — focus on synthesis, not expansion. Introduce no new material here.
3. Can I mention personal interest in the conclusion?
Yes — one or two sentences of reflection make your conclusion authentic and engaging.
A strong conclusion is your opportunity to show examiners that you understand your math, not just used it.
It’s the final bridge between your analysis, reflection, and mathematical maturity.
With RevisionDojo’s IA/EE Guide, Conclusion Builder, and Exemplars, you’ll write a conclusion that’s concise, insightful, and perfectly aligned with IB’s top-band criteria.
End your IA with impact.
Use RevisionDojo’s Conclusion Builder and IA/EE Guide to write confident, thoughtful conclusions that impress examiners and elevate your final score.
