IA Topic Golden Rules
⭐ Three criteria for a high-score IA: ① Personal Engagement — why does this topic interest you? ② Exploration — is there enough depth for analysis? ③ Reflection — what will you learn from this process?
Mathematics IA
- Modeling: Predict coffee cooling with differential equations; probability analysis of sports outcomes; regression-based house price prediction
- Geometry: Soap film minimal surfaces; GPS positioning math; parametric trajectory analysis
- Statistics: Social media usage vs. grades correlation; chi-squared test for card randomness
Physics IA
- Mechanics: Acceleration comparison of objects on inclined planes; slingshot launch angle vs. range
- Thermal: Cooling curves of different insulation materials; color vs. heat absorption
- Electromagnetism: Coil turns vs. electromagnet strength; capacitor discharge in different media
Chemistry IA
- Kinetics: Temperature/concentration/catalyst effects on reaction rates
- Titration: Vitamin C content comparison across brands; water hardness analysis
- Electrochemistry: Metal combinations for battery voltage; electrolyte concentration effect
Economics IA
- Micro: Milk tea price elasticity analysis; food delivery subsidy welfare effects
- Macro: Minimum wage impact on local restaurant employment; carbon tax and energy behavior
- Trade: Tariff impact on local electronics pricing
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