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2023 Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580) Practice Paper with Answers

Thinka Nov 2023 (V3) Cambridge IGCSE-Style Mock — Mathematics (0580)

200 marks240 mins2023
An original Thinka practice paper modelled on the structure and difficulty of the Nov 2023 (V3) Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580) paper. Not affiliated with or reproduced from Cambridge.

Paper 2 (Extended)

Answer all questions. You should use a scientific calculator where appropriate. Show all necessary working.
22 Question · 71 marks
Question 1 · short response
3 marks
Simplify completely: \[\frac{2x^2 - 5x - 3}{x^2 - 9} \div \frac{4x^2 - 1}{2x^2 + 6x}\]
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Worked solution

First, factorise each quadratic and binomial expression:
\(2x^2 - 5x - 3 = (2x + 1)(x - 3)\)
\(x^2 - 9 = (x - 3)(x + 3)\)
\(4x^2 - 1 = (2x - 1)(2x + 1)\)
\(2x^2 + 6x = 2x(x + 3)\)

Now substitute these factorised forms into the expression:
\[\frac{(2x + 1)(x - 3)}{(x - 3)(x + 3)} \div \frac{(2x - 1)(2x + 1)}{2x(x + 3)}\]

Simplify the first fraction by cancelling the common factor \((x - 3)\):
\[\frac{2x + 1}{x + 3} \div \frac{(2x - 1)(2x + 1)}{2x(x + 3)}\]

To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal:
\[\frac{2x + 1}{x + 3} \times \frac{2x(x + 3)}{(2x - 1)(2x + 1)}\]

Cancel the common factors \((2x + 1)\) and \((x + 3)\):
\[\frac{2x}{2x - 1}\]

Marking scheme

M1 for correct factorisation of at least two of the quadratic/binomial expressions: \((2x+1)(x-3)\), \((x-3)(x+3)\), \((2x-1)(2x+1)\), or \(2x(x+3)\).
M1 for converting the division to multiplication by the reciprocal and cancelling common factors.
A1 for \(\frac{2x}{2x-1}\) or equivalent.
Question 2 · short response
3 marks
Rearrange the formula to make \(v\) the subject: \[u = \sqrt{\frac{5v + w}{v - 2}}\]
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Worked solution

Square both sides to eliminate the square root:
\[u^2 = \frac{5v + w}{v - 2}\]

Multiply both sides by \((v - 2)\):
\[u^2(v - 2) = 5v + w\]
\[u^2v - 2u^2 = 5v + w\]

Group the terms with \(v\) on one side:
\[u^2v - 5v = 2u^2 + w\]

Factorise \(v\) on the left-hand side:
\[v(u^2 - 5) = 2u^2 + w\]

Divide by \((u^2 - 5)\):
\[v = \frac{2u^2 + w}{u^2 - 5}\]

Marking scheme

M1 for squaring both sides: \(u^2 = \frac{5v + w}{v - 2}\).
M1 for isolating \(v\) terms on one side: \(u^2v - 5v = 2u^2 + w\).
A1 for \(v = \frac{2u^2 + w}{u^2 - 5}\) or equivalent.
Question 3 · short response
2 marks
Find the equation of the line that passes through the point \((4, -3)\) and has a \(y\)-intercept of \(5\). Give your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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Worked solution

The \(y\)-intercept of the line is \(5\), which corresponds to the point \((0, 5)\).
Thus, the line passes through the points \((4, -3)\) and \((0, 5)\).

Find the gradient, \(m\):
\[m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1} = \frac{5 - (-3)}{0 - 4} = \frac{8}{-4} = -2\]

Since the \(y\)-intercept is \(5\), \(c = 5\).
The equation of the line is:
\[y = -2x + 5\]

Marking scheme

M1 for finding the gradient \(m = -2\) using the points \((4, -3)\) and \((0, 5)\).
A1 for \(y = -2x + 5\).
Question 4 · short response
3 marks
The line \(L_1\) has equation \(3x - 2y = 8\). The line \(L_2\) is perpendicular to \(L_1\) and passes through the point \((-6, 7)\). Find the equation of \(L_2\), giving your answer in the form \(ax + by = d\), where \(a\), \(b\) and \(d\) are integers.
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Worked solution

First, find the gradient of \(L_1\). Rearrange the equation of \(L_1\) into the form \(y = mx + c\):
\[3x - 2y = 8 \implies 2y = 3x - 8 \implies y = \frac{3}{2}x - 4\]
So, the gradient of \(L_1\) is \(m_1 = \frac{3}{2}\).

Since \(L_2\) is perpendicular to \(L_1\), its gradient \(m_2\) satisfies:
\[m_2 = -\frac{1}{m_1} = -\frac{2}{3}\]

The equation of \(L_2\) passing through \((-6, 7)\) is:
\[y - 7 = -\frac{2}{3}(x - (-6))\]
\[y - 7 = -\frac{2}{3}(x + 6)\]

Multiply both sides by \(3\) to clear the fraction:
\[3(y - 7) = -2(x + 6)\]
\[3y - 21 = -2x - 12\s] Rearrange into the form \(ax + by = d\): \[2x + 3y = 9\]

Marking scheme

M1 for finding the gradient of the perpendicular line \(m_2 = -\frac{2}{3}\).
M1 for substituting their gradient and the point \((-6, 7)\) into \(y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)\).
A1 for \(2x + 3y = 9\).
Question 5 · short response
3 marks
A sector of a circle of radius \(12\text{ cm}\) has an area of \(54\pi\text{ cm}^2\). Calculate the perimeter of this sector. Leave your answer as a multiple of \(π\) plus an integer.
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Worked solution

Let the sector angle be \(\theta^\circ\) and the radius be \(r = 12\text{ cm}\).
The formula for the area of a sector is:
\[\text{Area} = \frac{\theta}{360} \times \pi r^2\]

Substitute the given values:
\[54\pi = \frac{\theta}{360} \times \pi (12)^2\]
\[54 = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 144\]
\[\frac{\theta}{360} = \frac{54}{144} = \frac{3}{8}\]

Now, calculate the arc length, \(L\):
\[L = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2 \pi r = \frac{3}{8} \times 2 \pi (12) = 9\pi\text{ cm}\]

The perimeter of the sector includes the arc length and two radii:
\[\text{Perimeter} = L + 2r = 9\pi + 2(12) = 9\pi + 24\text{ cm}\]

Marking scheme

M1 for finding the fraction of the circle \(\frac{\theta}{360} = \frac{3}{8}\) (or finding \(\theta = 135^\circ\)).
M1 for calculating the arc length \(9\pi\).
A1 for \(9\pi + 24\).
Question 6 · short response
2 marks
An arc of a circle with radius \(15\text{ cm}\) has a length of \(8\pi\text{ cm}\). Calculate the angle of the sector, in degrees.
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Worked solution

The formula for the arc length \(L\) of a sector with angle \(\theta^\circ\) and radius \(r\) is:
\[L = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2 \pi r\]

Substitute \(r = 15\) and \(L = 8\pi\):
\[8\pi = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2 \pi (15)\]
\[8\pi = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 30\pi\]

Divide both sides by \(\pi\):
\[8 = \frac{30\theta}{360}\]
\[8 = \frac{\theta}{12}\]
\[\theta = 8 \times 12 = 96^\circ\]

Marking scheme

M1 for setting up the equation \(8\pi = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 30\pi\) or equivalent.
A1 for \(96\).
Question 7 · short response
3 marks
A curve has the equation \(y = 2x^2 + 12x - 5\). By completing the square, find the coordinates of the minimum point of this curve.
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Worked solution

First, factorise the coefficient of \(x^2\) out of the \(x\)-terms:
\[y = 2(x^2 + 6x) - 5\]

Complete the square inside the bracket:
\[x^2 + 6x = (x + 3)^2 - 3^2 = (x + 3)^2 - 9\]

Substitute this back into the equation:
\[y = 2[(x + 3)^2 - 9] - 5\]
\[y = 2(x + 3)^2 - 18 - 5\]
\[y = 2(x + 3)^2 - 23\]

The minimum point of the curve occurs when the squared term \((x + 3)^2 = 0\), which gives \(x = -3\).
At \(x = -3\), the value of \(y\) is \(-23\).
Therefore, the coordinates of the minimum point are \((-3, -23)\).

Marking scheme

M1 for correctly factorising \(2(x^2 + 6x) - 5\).
M1 for completing the square to get \(2(x+3)^2 - 23\).
A1 for \((-3, -23)\).
Question 8 · short response
2 marks
The line \(y = 2x + k\) is a tangent to the curve \(y = x^2 - 4x + 12\). Find the value of the constant \(k\).
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Worked solution

Since the line is a tangent to the curve, equate the two equations to find their intersection:
\[x^2 - 4x + 12 = 2x + k\]
\[x^2 - 6x + (12 - k) = 0\]

For the line to be a tangent, this quadratic equation must have exactly one real root, which means its discriminant \(\Delta = 0\):
\[\Delta = b^2 - 4ac = 0\]
\[(-6)^2 - 4(1)(12 - k) = 0\]
\[36 - 48 + 4k = 0\]
\[-12 + 4k = 0\]
\[4k = 12 \implies k = 3\]

Marking scheme

M1 for equating the line and the curve and setting the discriminant of the resulting quadratic to \(0\).
A1 for \(3\).
Question 9 · short_answer
3 marks
Simplify completely.

$$\frac{2x^2 - 5x - 3}{x^2 - 9}$$
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Worked solution

First, factorise the numerator and the denominator:

$$2x^2 - 5x - 3 = (2x + 1)(x - 3)$$

$$x^2 - 9 = (x - 3)(x + 3)$$

Now, substitute these back into the fraction and cancel the common factor of \((x - 3)\):

$$\frac{(2x + 1)(x - 3)}{(x - 3)(x + 3)} = \frac{2x + 1}{x + 3}$$

Marking scheme

M1 for factorising the numerator: \((2x + 1)(x - 3)\)
M1 for factorising the denominator: \((x - 3)(x + 3)\)
A1 for the final simplified fraction: \(\frac{2x + 1}{x + 3}\)
Question 10 · short_answer
2 marks
Find the equation of the line that passes through the point \((4, -3)\) and is parallel to the line with equation \(3x + 2y = 8\).
Give your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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Worked solution

First, find the gradient of the line \(3x + 2y = 8\) by rewriting it in the form \(y = mx + c\):

$$2y = -3x + 8$$

$$y = -1.5x + 4$$

The gradient, \(m\), of the parallel line is also \(-1.5\).

Substitute the gradient \(m = -1.5\) and the point \((4, -3)\) into the equation \(y = mx + c\) to find \(c\):

$$-3 = -1.5(4) + c$$

$$-3 = -6 + c$$

$$c = 3$$

Thus, the equation is \(y = -1.5x + 3\).

Marking scheme

M1 for finding the gradient of \(-1.5\) (or \(-\frac{3}{2}\))
A1 for the final equation \(y = -1.5x + 3\) (or equivalent with fractions)
Question 11 · short_answer
3 marks
A sector of a circle has a radius of \(12\text{ cm}\) and a perimeter of \(38\text{ cm}\).
Calculate the sector angle, \(\theta\). Give your answer correct to 1 decimal place.
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Worked solution

The perimeter of a sector is given by:

$$\text{Perimeter} = 2r + \text{arc length}$$

Substitute the given values to find the arc length:

$$38 = 2(12) + \text{arc length}$$

$$38 = 24 + \text{arc length}$$

$$\text{Arc length} = 14\text{ cm}$$

The formula for the arc length of a sector is:

$$\text{Arc length} = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi r$$

Substitute the arc length and the radius into the formula:

$$14 = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi (12)$$

$$14 = \frac{24\pi\theta}{360}$$

$$14 = \frac{\pi\theta}{15}$$

$$\theta = \frac{14 \times 15}{\pi} \approx 66.845^\circ$$

To 1 decimal place, \(\theta = 66.8^\circ\).

Marking scheme

M1 for finding arc length = \(14\text{ cm}\)
M1 for setting up the equation: \(14 = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2 \times \pi \times 12\) or equivalent
A1 for \(66.8\) or \(66.85\) or \(66.84...\)
Question 12 · short_answer
2 marks
A quadratic curve is defined by the equation \(y = x^2 - 8x + 15\).
Find the coordinates of the turning point of this curve.
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Worked solution

Method 1: Complete the square on the quadratic expression:

$$x^2 - 8x + 15 = (x - 4)^2 - 16 + 15$$

$$y = (x - 4)^2 - 1$$

This is in vertex form \(y = (x - h)^2 + k\), where the vertex (turning point) is \((h, k)\).
Therefore, the turning point is \((4, -1)\).

Method 2: Use differentiation:

$$\frac{dy}{dx} = 2x - 8$$

At the turning point, \(\frac{dy}{dx} = 0\):

$$2x - 8 = 0 \implies x = 4$$

Substitute \(x = 4\) back into the original equation:

$$y = 4^2 - 8(4) + 15 = 16 - 32 + 15 = -1$$

Thus, the coordinates are \((4, -1)\).

Marking scheme

M1 for completed square form \((x - 4)^2 - 1\) OR for finding \(x = 4\) using differentiation or axis of symmetry formula \(x = -\frac{b}{2a}\)
A1 for the coordinates \((4, -1)\)
Question 13 · short_answer
3 marks
Rearrange the formula to make \(t\) the subject.

$$w = \frac{3 + \sqrt{t}}{3 - \sqrt{t}}$$
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Worked solution

Multiply both sides by the denominator to clear the fraction:

$$w(3 - \sqrt{t}) = 3 + \sqrt{t}$$

$$3w - w\sqrt{t} = 3 + \sqrt{t}$$

Rearrange to group all terms containing \(\sqrt{t}\) on one side:

$$3w - 3 = w\sqrt{t} + \sqrt{t}$$

Factorise \(\sqrt{t}\) on the right side:

$$3w - 3 = \sqrt{t}(w + 1)$$

Divide by \((w + 1)\):

$$\sqrt{t} = \frac{3w - 3}{w + 1}$$

Square both sides to solve for \(t\):

$$t = \left(\frac{3w - 3}{w + 1}\right)^2$$

Marking scheme

M1 for removing the fraction: \(w(3 - \sqrt{t}) = 3 + \sqrt{t}\)
M1 for isolating terms with \(\sqrt{t}\) and factorising: \(\sqrt{t}(w + 1) = 3w - 3\)
A1 for the final formula: \(t = \left(\frac{3w - 3}{w + 1}\right)^2\) or equivalent correct simplified form
Question 14 · short_answer
3 marks
The point \(A\) has coordinates \((2, 5)\) and the point \(B\) has coordinates \((8, -7)\).
Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of \(AB\).
Give your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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Worked solution

Step 1: Find the coordinates of the midpoint of \(AB\):

$$\text{Midpoint} = \left(\frac{2 + 8}{2}, \frac{5 - 7}{2}\right) = (5, -1)$$

Step 2: Find the gradient of line \(AB\):

$$m_{AB} = \frac{-7 - 5}{8 - 2} = \frac{-12}{6} = -2$$

Step 3: The gradient of the perpendicular bisector is the negative reciprocal of \(m_{AB}\):

$$m = \frac{-1}{-2} = 0.5$$

Step 4: Use the gradient \(m = 0.5\) and the midpoint \((5, -1)\) in the equation of the line:

$$y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)$$

$$y - (-1) = 0.5(x - 5)$$

$$y + 1 = 0.5x - 2.5$$

$$y = 0.5x - 3.5$$

Marking scheme

B1 for finding the midpoint of \(AB\) at \((5, -1)\)
M1 for calculating the gradient of \(AB\) as \(-2\) and finding the perpendicular gradient as \(0.5\) (or \(\frac{1}{2}\))
A1 for the final equation \(y = 0.5x - 3.5\) (or equivalent in fraction form)
Question 15 · short_answer
2 marks
Solve the equation.

$$9^{2x + 1} = 27^{x - 2}$$
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Worked solution

Rewrite both base numbers as powers of 3:

$$9 = 3^2 \quad \text{and} \quad 27 = 3^3$$

Substitute these into the equation:

$$(3^2)^{2x + 1} = (3^3)^{x - 2}$$

Using the index law \((a^m)^n = a^{mn}\):

$$3^{2(2x + 1)} = 3^{3(x - 2)}$$

$$3^{4x + 2} = 3^{3x - 6}$$

Since the bases are equal, equate the exponents:

$$4x + 2 = 3x - 6$$

$$4x - 3x = -6 - 2$$

$$x = -8$$

Marking scheme

M1 for writing both sides with a common base of 3: \(3^{2(2x + 1)} = 3^{3(x - 2)}\) or equivalent
A1 for \(x = -8\)
Question 16 · short_answer
5 marks
(a) Factorise completely \(3x^2 - 14x - 5\).

(b) Simplify completely \(\frac{3x^2 - 14x - 5}{x^2 - 25}\).
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Worked solution

(a) To factorise \(3x^2 - 14x - 5\), we find two numbers that multiply to \(3 \times -5 = -15\) and add to \(-14\). These are \(-15\) and \(1\).
\(3x^2 - 15x + x - 5 = 3x(x - 5) + 1(x - 5) = (3x + 1)(x - 5)\).

(b) \(\frac{3x^2 - 14x - 5}{x^2 - 25} = \frac{(3x + 1)(x - 5)}{(x - 5)(x + 5)}\).
Cancelling the common factor \((x - 5)\) gives \(\frac{3x + 1}{x + 5}\).

Marking scheme

(a) B2 for \((3x+1)(x-5)\) or B1 for \((3x+a)(x+b)\) where \(ab = -5\) or \(a+3b = -14\).

(b) B1 for \((x-5)(x+5)\) seen as the denominator.
M1 for cancelling the common factor \((x-5)\).
A1 for \(\frac{3x+1}{x+5}\) as final answer.
Question 17 · short_answer
4 marks
Rearrange the formula to make \(v\) the subject.

\(T = 5 + \sqrt{\frac{u - v}{3}}\)
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Worked solution

Subtract 5 from both sides:
\(T - 5 = \sqrt{\frac{u - v}{3}}\)

Square both sides:
\((T - 5)^2 = \frac{u - v}{3}\)

Multiply both sides by 3:
\(3(T - 5)^2 = u - v\)

Rearrange to make \(v\) the subject:
\(v = u - 3(T - 5)^2\)

Marking scheme

M1 for isolating the root term: \(T - 5 = \sqrt{\frac{u - v}{3}}\)
M1 for squaring both sides: \((T - 5)^2 = \frac{u - v}{3}\)
M1 for multiplying by 3: \(3(T - 5)^2 = u - v\)
A1 for \(v = u - 3(T - 5)^2\) or \(v = u - 3(T^2 - 10T + 25)\)
Question 18 · short_answer
5 marks
The coordinates of point \(A\) are \((3, -1)\) and the coordinates of point \(B\) are \((-5, 7)\).

(a) Find the equation of the line \(AB\).

(b) Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of \(AB\). Give your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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Worked solution

(a) Gradient of \(AB\) is \(m = \frac{7 - (-1)}{-5 - 3} = \frac{8}{-8} = -1\).
Using point \(A(3, -1)\):
\(y - (-1) = -1(x - 3) \implies y + 1 = -x + 3 \implies y = -x + 2\).

(b) Midpoint of \(AB\) is \(\left(\frac{3 + (-5)}{2}, \frac{-1 + 7}{2}\right) = (-1, 3)\).
The perpendicular gradient is \(-\frac{1}{-1} = 1\).
Using the midpoint \((-1, 3)\):
\(y - 3 = 1(x - (-1)) \implies y = x + 4\).

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for gradient calculation \(\frac{7 - (-1)}{-5 - 3}\) (or -1).
A1 for \(y = -x + 2\) or equivalent.

(b) B1 for midpoint \((-1, 3)\).
M1 for perpendicular gradient being \(-\frac{1}{\text{their } m}\).
A1 for \(y = x + 4\).
Question 19 · short_answer
4 marks
Line \(L_1\) passes through the points \((2, 5)\) and \((6, 17)\).
Line \(L_2\) is parallel to \(L_1\) and passes through the point \((-3, 1)\).

(a) Find the gradient of line \(L_1\).

(b) Find the equation of line \(L_2\). Give your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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Worked solution

(a) Gradient of \(L_1\) is \(m = \frac{17 - 5}{6 - 2} = \frac{12}{4} = 3\).

(b) Since \(L_2\) is parallel to \(L_1\), its gradient is also \(3\).
Using point \((-3, 1)\):
\(y - 1 = 3(x - (-3))\)
\(y - 1 = 3(x + 3) \implies y = 3x + 10\).

Marking scheme

(a) B1 for \(3\).

(b) M1 for using gradient \(m = 3\) (or their answer from part a).
M1 for substituting \((-3, 1)\) into \(y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)\) or \(y = mx + c\).
A1 for \(y = 3x + 10\).
Question 20 · short_answer
5 marks
A sector of a circle has radius \(r\) cm and sector angle \(\theta^{\circ}\). The arc length of the sector is \(15.4\) cm and the area of the sector is \(92.4\) \(\text{cm}^2\).

(a) Find the value of \(r\).

(b) Find the value of \(\theta\), correct to the nearest degree.
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Worked solution

(a) The arc length \(L = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi r\) and area \(A = \frac{\theta}{360} \times \pi r^2\).
Dividing the two equations gives:
\(\frac{A}{L} = \frac{r}{2}\)
Substitute the given values:
\(\frac{92.4}{15.4} = \frac{r}{2} \implies 6 = \frac{r}{2} \implies r = 12\).

(b) Substitute \(r = 12\) into the arc length formula:
\(15.4 = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi \times 12\)
\(15.4 = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 24\pi \implies \theta = \frac{15.4 \times 360}{24\pi} \approx 73.53^{\circ}\).
Rounding to the nearest degree gives \(74\).

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for writing formula for arc length or area.
M1 for setting up the division \(\frac{92.4}{15.4} = \frac{r}{2}\) or equivalent substitution.
A1 for \(12\).

(b) M1 for substituting \(r=12\) into either formula to solve for \(\theta\).
A1 for \(74\).
Question 21 · short_answer
4 marks
A sector of a circle with centre \(O\) has radius \(8\) cm and sector angle \(120^{\circ}\). A chord \(AB\) connects the endpoints of the arc.

Calculate the area of the shaded segment. Give your answer correct to 3 significant figures.
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Worked solution

Area of the sector:
\(A_{\text{sector}} = \frac{120}{360} \times \pi \times 8^2 = \frac{64\pi}{3} \approx 67.02 \text{ cm}^2\).

Area of the triangle \(OAB\):
\(A_{\text{triangle}} = \frac{1}{2} \times 8 \times 8 \times \sin(120^{\circ}) = 32 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 16\sqrt{3} \approx 27.71 \text{ cm}^2\).

Area of the segment:
\(A_{\text{segment}} = A_{\text{sector}} - A_{\text{triangle}} = 67.02 - 27.71 = 39.31 \text{ cm}^2\).
Rounding to 3 significant figures gives \(39.3\) \(\text{cm}^2\).

Marking scheme

M1 for sector area: \(\frac{120}{360} \times \pi \times 8^2\) (or \(67.0\) to \(67.1\)).
M1 for triangle area: \(\frac{1}{2} \times 8^2 \times \sin(120^{\circ})\) (or \(27.7\)).
M1 for subtracting triangle area from sector area.
A1 for \(39.3\).
Question 22 · short_answer
5 marks
The equation of a curve is \(y = 2x^2 - 12x + 11\).

(a) Write \(2x^2 - 12x + 11\) in the form \(a(x - h)^2 + k\).

(b) Hence, write down the coordinates of the turning point of the curve and state whether it is a maximum or a minimum.
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Worked solution

(a) Factorise the 2 from the \(x\)-terms:
\(2(x^2 - 6x) + 11\).
Complete the square inside the bracket:
\(2[(x - 3)^2 - 9] + 11 = 2(x - 3)^2 - 18 + 11 = 2(x - 3)^2 - 7\).

(b) The turning point is \((3, -7)\).
Since the coefficient of the quadratic term is positive (\(2 > 0\)), the turning point is a minimum.

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for \(2(x^2 - 6x) + 11\).
M1 for completing the square inside: \((x - 3)^2 - 9\).
A1 for \(2(x - 3)^2 - 7\).

(b) B1 for turning point \((3, -7)\).
B1 for minimum.

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Paper 4 (Extended)

Answer all questions. Non-exact numerical answers should be correct to 3 significant figures unless specified otherwise.
11 Question · 130 marks
Question 1 · structured
12 marks
Simplify and factorise the following algebraic expressions.

(a) Simplify completely:
$$\frac{2x^2 - 8}{x^2 + 5x + 6}$$
[3]

(b) Write as a single fraction in its simplest form:
$$\frac{3}{2x - 1} - \frac{2}{x + 3}$$
[3]

(c) Expand and simplify:
$$(2y - 3)(y + 4)(y - 2)$$
[4]

(d) Factorise completely:
$$12ab - 9a - 8b + 6$$
[2]
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Worked solution

(a) \frac{2(x^2 - 4)}{(x + 2)(x + 3)} = \frac{2(x - 2)(x + 2)}{(x + 2)(x + 3)} = \frac{2(x - 2)}{x + 3}

(b) \frac{3(x + 3) - 2(2x - 1)}{(2x - 1)(x + 3)} = \frac{3x + 9 - 4x + 2}{(2x - 1)(x + 3)} = \frac{11 - x}{(2x - 1)(x + 3)}

(c) (2y - 3)(y^2 + 2y - 8) = 2y(y^2 + 2y - 8) - 3(y^2 + 2y - 8) = 2y^3 + 4y^2 - 16y - 3y^2 - 6y + 24 = 2y^3 + y^2 - 22y + 24

(d) 3a(4b - 3) - 2(4b - 3) = (3a - 2)(4b - 3)

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for factorising numerator: 2(x-2)(x+2)
M1 for factorising denominator: (x+2)(x+3)
A1 for final simplified fraction

(b) M1 for common denominator: (2x-1)(x+3)
M1 for 3(x+3) - 2(2x-1)
A1 for final simplified fraction

(c) M1 for expanding two brackets (e.g. y^2 + 2y - 8)
M1 for multiplying by third bracket
A1 for any correct intermediate expanded 6-term expression
A1 for final simplified 4-term expression

(d) M1 for grouping and partial factorisation: 3a(4b-3) - 2(4b-3)
A1 for final answer
Question 2 · structured
11 marks
The coordinates of point A are (1, 5) and the coordinates of point B are (5, -3).

(a) Find the gradient of the line AB.
[2]

(b) Find the equation of the line AB.
[2]

(c) Find the coordinates of the midpoint of AB.
[2]

(d) Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of AB, in the form $y = mx + c$.
[3]

(e) Find the length of AB.
[2]
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Worked solution

(a) Gradient of AB = \frac{-3 - 5}{5 - 1} = -2

(b) y - 5 = -2(x - 1) => y = -2x + 7

(c) Midpoint of AB = (\frac{1 + 5}{2}, \frac{5 - 3}{2}) = (3, 1)

(d) Gradient of perpendicular bisector = \frac{-1}{-2} = 0.5. Since it passes through (3, 1): y - 1 = 0.5(x - 3) => y = 0.5x - 0.5

(e) Length of AB = \sqrt{(5 - 1)^2 + (-3 - 5)^2} = \sqrt{16 + 64} = \sqrt{80} \approx 8.94

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for rise/run formula substitution: \frac{-3-5}{5-1}
A1 for gradient = -2

(b) M1 for using their gradient in y - y1 = m(x - x1) or y = mx + c
A1 for y = -2x + 7

(c) M1 for midpoint formula substitution
A1 for (3, 1)

(d) M1 for perpendicular gradient = -1 / their gradient
M1 for substituting midpoint (3, 1) into y = mx + c with their perp gradient
A1 for y = 0.5x - 0.5

(e) M1 for distance formula substitution
A1 for 8.94
Question 3 · structured
12 marks
A pendulum of length 75 cm swings through an angle of $\theta^\circ$. The arc length of the swing is 35 cm.

(a) Show that the value of $\theta$ is 26.7, correct to 1 decimal place.
[3]

(b) Calculate the area of the sector swept out by the pendulum.
[2]

(c) The pendulum's swing area is to be reduced by 15% by shortening the length of the string, while keeping the angle $\theta = 26.7^\circ$ constant. Calculate the new length of the pendulum.
[4]

(d) For this shortened pendulum, find the new arc length of the swing.
[3]
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Worked solution

(a) Arc length = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi r => 35 = \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi \times 75 => \theta = \frac{35 \times 360}{150\pi} \approx 26.738 \approx 26.7^\circ

(b) Area of sector = \frac{1}{2} \times r \times \text{arc length} = \frac{1}{2} \times 75 \times 35 = 1312.5\text{ cm}^2 (or using 26.7: \frac{26.7}{360} \times \pi \times 75^2 \approx 1310.6\text{ cm}^2)

(c) New area = 1312.5 \times 0.85 = 1115.625\text{ cm}^2. Since area is proportional to $r^2$ when the angle is constant: R^2 = 75^2 \times 0.85 => R = 75 \times \sqrt{0.85} \approx 69.146 \approx 69.1\text{ cm}

(d) New arc length = \frac{26.738}{360} \times 2\pi \times 69.146 \approx 32.3\text{ cm}

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for arc length formula substitution: \frac{\theta}{360} \times 2\pi \times 75 = 35
M1 for rearranging for \theta
A1 for showing 26.738... which rounds to 26.7

(b) M1 for sector area formula substitution
A1 for 1310 or 1312.5

(c) M1 for calculating 85% of original area: 1115.625
M1 for setting up new area equation: \frac{26.7}{360} \times \pi \times R^2 = 1115.6
M1 for taking the square root
A1 for 69.1

(d) M1 for new arc length formula substitution or using linear scale factor
M1 for substituting their R into formula
A1 for 32.3
Question 4 · structured
12 marks
Consider the function $y = x^3 - 4x^2 + 2$.

(a) Complete the table of values for $y = x^3 - 4x^2 + 2$.
| x | -1 | -0.5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| y | [ ] | 0.875 | 2 | -1 | [ ] | -7 | [ ] | 2 |
[3]

(b) On a grid, draw the graph of $y = x^3 - 4x^2 + 2$ for $-1 \le x \le 4$.
[4]

(c) Use your graph to solve the equation $x^3 - 4x^2 + 2 = -3$.
[2]

(d) By drawing a suitable straight line on your grid, solve the equation $x^3 - 4x^2 - 2x + 4 = 0$.
[3]
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Worked solution

(a) For x = -1: y = -1 - 4 + 2 = -3. For x = 2: y = 8 - 16 + 2 = -6. For x = 3.5: y = 42.875 - 49 + 2 = -4.125.

(b) Plotting the points and drawing a smooth curve.

(c) Draw horizontal line y = -3 and find the x-values of intersection: x = -1, x \approx 1.4, x \approx 3.6.

(d) Rearrange $x^3 - 4x^2 - 2x + 4 = 0 \implies x^3 - 4x^2 + 2 = 2x - 2$. The line to draw is $y = 2x - 2$. Plot the line and find the x-coordinates of the intersection points: x \approx -1.15, 0.85, 4.3.

Marking scheme

(a) B1 for each correct missing value (-3, -6, -4.125)

(b) B2 for plotting at least 6 points correctly
B2 for drawing a smooth, continuous curve through the plotted points

(c) M1 for drawing the line y = -3 (or identifying intersections)
A1 for finding all three solutions: -1, [1.3 to 1.5], [3.5 to 3.7]

(d) M1 for rearranging equation to find the line equation: y = 2x - 2
M1 for drawing the line y = 2x - 2 on the grid
A1 for finding the x-values of the intersections (typically around -1.15, 0.85, 4.3)
Question 5 · structured
12 marks
A solid toy is made in the shape of a cone mounted on top of a cylinder. The cylinder has a radius of 6 cm and a height of 10 cm. The cone has a base radius of 6 cm and a slant height of 10 cm.

(a) Calculate the total volume of the solid toy.
[5]

(b) Calculate the total surface area of the solid toy (excluding the base of the cylinder).
[4]

(c) The toy is made of wood with a density of $0.75\text{ g/cm}^3$. Calculate the mass of the toy in kilograms.
[3]
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Worked solution

(a) Height of the cone, $h = \sqrt{10^2 - 6^2} = 8\text{ cm}$. Volume of cone = \frac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h = \frac{1}{3}\pi (6^2)(8) = 96\pi \approx 301.6\text{ cm}^3. Volume of cylinder = \pi r^2 H = \pi (6^2)(10) = 360\pi \approx 1131.0\text{ cm}^3. Total volume = 96\pi + 360\pi = 456\pi \approx 1432.6 \approx 1430\text{ cm}^3.

(b) Curved surface area of cone = \pi r l = \pi (6)(10) = 60\pi \approx 188.5\text{ cm}^2. Curved surface area of cylinder = 2\pi r H = 2\pi (6)(10) = 120\pi \approx 377.0\text{ cm}^2. Total surface area (excluding bottom base and joined surfaces) = 60\pi + 120\pi = 180\pi \approx 565\text{ cm}^2.

(c) Mass = Volume \times Density = 456\pi \times 0.75 = 342\pi\text{ grams} \approx 1074.4\text{ grams} = 1.07\text{ kg}.

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for finding the height of the cone: \sqrt{10^2 - 6^2} = 8
M1 for volume of cone formula substitution: \frac{1}{3} \pi \times 6^2 \times 8
M1 for volume of cylinder formula substitution: \pi \times 6^2 \times 10
M1 for adding the two volumes
A1 for 1430

(b) M1 for curved surface area of cone formula substitution: \pi \times 6 \times 10
M1 for curved surface area of cylinder formula substitution: 2 \times \pi \times 6 \times 10
M1 for adding both curved surface areas (no flat surfaces)
A1 for 565

(c) M1 for multiplying their volume by 0.75
M1 for dividing by 1000 to convert to kg
A1 for 1.07
Question 6 · structured
12 marks
A triangular field $PQR$ has sides $PQ = 120$ m, $QR = 150$ m, and angle $PQR = 74^\circ$.

(a) Calculate the length of $PR$.
[3]

(b) Calculate the area of the field $PQR$.
[2]

(c) A vertical tower $TQ$ stands at the corner $Q$.
(i) The angle of elevation of the top of the tower, $T$, from $P$ is $18^\circ$. Calculate the height of the tower.
[3]

(ii) Calculate the angle of elevation of $T$ from $R$.
[4]
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Worked solution

(a) PR^2 = 120^2 + 150^2 - 2(120)(150)\cos(74^\circ) = 14400 + 22500 - 36000(0.275637) = 36900 - 9922.95 = 26977.05 => PR = \sqrt{26977.05} \approx 164.25 \approx 164\text{ m}.

(b) Area = \frac{1}{2} \times 120 \times 150 \times \sin(74^\circ) = 9000 \sin(74^\circ) \approx 8651.4 \approx 8650\text{ m}^2.

(c) (i) In right-angled triangle TQP: \tan(18^\circ) = \frac{TQ}{120} => TQ = 120\tan(18^\circ) \approx 38.99 \approx 39.0\text{ m}.

(ii) In right-angled triangle TQR: \tan(\alpha) = \frac{TQ}{QR} = \frac{38.99}{150} \approx 0.2599 => \alpha = \arctan(0.2599) \approx 14.57^\circ \approx 14.6^\circ.

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for cosine rule formula substitution: 120^2 + 150^2 - 2(120)(150)\cos(74)
M1 for correct evaluation of terms: 36900 - 9923
A1 for 164

(b) M1 for area formula substitution: \frac{1}{2} \times 120 \times 150 \times \sin(74)
A1 for 8650

(c) (i) M1 for identifying right-angled triangle TQP
M1 for using tangent ratio: TQ = 120 \tan(18)
A1 for 39.0

(ii) M1 for identifying right-angled triangle TQR
M1 for tangent ratio: \tan(\alpha) = \frac{\text{height}}{150}
M1 for substituting their height into tangent ratio
A1 for 14.6
Question 7 · structured
11 marks
A box contains 10 pens: 4 are blue, 4 are black, and 2 are red. Three pens are taken out of the box at random, one after another, without replacement. Calculate the probability that:

(a) all three pens are blue
[2]

(b) exactly two of the pens are red
[3]

(c) at least one pen is red
[3]

(d) the three pens are of three different colours.
[3]
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Worked solution

(a) P(BBB) = \frac{4}{10} \times \frac{3}{9} \times \frac{2}{8} = \frac{24}{720} = \frac{1}{30} \approx 0.0333

(b) P(exactly 2 Red) = P(RRD) + P(RDR) + P(DRR), where D is non-red (8 pens). P(RRD) = \frac{2}{10} \times \frac{1}{9} \times \frac{8}{8} = \frac{16}{720}. Total probability = 3 \times \frac{16}{720} = \frac{48}{720} = \frac{1}{15} \approx 0.0667

(c) P(at least 1 Red) = 1 - P(no Red) = 1 - \frac{8}{10} \times \frac{7}{9} \times \frac{6}{8} = 1 - \frac{336}{720} = 1 - \frac{7}{15} = \frac{8}{15} \approx 0.533

(d) P(different colours) = 6 \times P(B, Bl, R) = 6 \times (\frac{4}{10} \times \frac{4}{9} \times \frac{2}{8}) = 6 \times \frac{32}{720} = \frac{192}{720} = \frac{4}{15} \approx 0.267

Marking scheme

(a) M1 for \frac{4}{10} \times \frac{3}{9} \times \frac{2}{8}
A1 for 1/30 or 0.0333

(b) M1 for any permutation: \frac{2}{10} \times \frac{1}{9} \times \frac{8}{8}
M1 for multiplying by 3
A1 for 1/15 or 0.0667

(c) M1 for P(no Red): \frac{8}{10} \times \frac{7}{9} \times \frac{6}{8}
M1 for subtracting from 1
A1 for 8/15 or 0.533

(d) M1 for one correct product: \frac{4}{10} \times \frac{4}{9} \times \frac{2}{8}
M1 for multiplying by 6 (or 3!)
A1 for 4/15 or 0.267
Question 8 · structured
12 marks
Here are the first four terms of three sequences, A, B, and C.
| Sequence | Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 5 | 8 | 11 | 14 |
| B | 2 | 5 | 10 | 17 |
| C | 6 | 18 | 54 | 162 |

(a) Write down the next term in each sequence.
[3]

(b) Find an expression, in terms of $n$, for the $n$th term of:
(i) Sequence A
[2]

(ii) Sequence B
[2]

(iii) Sequence C.
[2]

(c) The $n$th term of another sequence, D, is given by the expression $n^2 - 10n + 30$. Find the position of the term in Sequence D that has a value of 105.
[3]
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Worked solution

(a) Next terms are: A: 14 + 3 = 17. B: 5^2 + 1 = 26. C: 162 \times 3 = 486.

(b) (i) Linear sequence with common difference of 3. 3n + c => 3(1) + c = 5 => c = 2. Term is 3n + 2.
(ii) Sequence of square numbers plus 1: n^2 + 1.
(iii) Geometric sequence with ratio 3. 6 \times 3^{n-1} = 2 \times 3^n.

(c) n^2 - 10n + 30 = 105 => n^2 - 10n - 75 = 0 => (n - 15)(n + 5) = 0. Since n must be positive, n = 15.

Marking scheme

(a) B1 for each correct next term (17, 26, 486)

(b) (i) M1 for finding common difference 3 (implied by 3n)
A1 for 3n + 2
(ii) M1 for recognizing square relationship (implied by n^2)
A1 for n^2 + 1
(iii) M1 for geometric term: a \times 3^{n-1}
A1 for 2 \times 3^n (or 6 \times 3^{n-1})

(c) M1 for setting up equation: n^2 - 10n + 30 = 105
M1 for factorising their quadratic: (n - 15)(n + 5) = 0
A1 for n = 15
Question 9 · structured
12 marks
A company designs a logo. The logo consists of a major sector of a circle with radius \(R = 8.4\text{ cm}\) and sector angle \(135^\circ\).

(a) Calculate the perimeter of the sector. [3]

(b) The sector is folded so that the straight edges meet to form a cone. Calculate:
(i) the base radius, \(r\), of the cone, [3]
(ii) the height, \(h\), of the cone. [3]

(c) Calculate the volume of the cone. [3]
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Worked solution

\((a)\) Arc length of the sector: \(L = \frac{135}{360} \times 2 \times \pi \times 8.4 = 6.3\pi \approx 19.792\text{ cm}\).
Perimeter of the sector = \(L + 2R = 19.792 + 2(8.4) = 36.592 \approx 36.6\text{ cm}\).

\((b)(i)\) The arc length of the sector becomes the circumference of the base of the cone:
\(2\pi r = 6.3\pi \implies r = 3.15\text{ cm}\).

\((b)(ii)\) The radius of the sector is the slant height, \(l\), of the cone:
\(l = 8.4\text{ cm}\).
Using Pythagoras' theorem to find the height, \(h\):
\(h = \sqrt{l^2 - r^2} = \sqrt{8.4^2 - 3.15^2} = \sqrt{70.56 - 9.9225} = \sqrt{60.6375} \approx 7.787 \approx 7.79\text{ cm}\).

\((c)\) Volume of the cone:
\(V = \frac{1}{3}\pi r^2 h = \frac{1}{3}\pi (3.15)^2 (7.787) \approx 80.917 \approx 80.9\text{ cm}^3\).

Marking scheme

\((a)\)
- M1 for \(\frac{135}{360} \times 2 \times \pi \times 8.4\) or better
- M1 for adding \(2 \times 8.4\) to their arc length
- A1 for \(36.6\) or \(36.59\) to \(36.60\)

\((b)(i)\)
- M2 for \(2\pi r = 19.79\) or \(2\pi r = \text{their arc length}\)
- A1 for \(3.15\)

\((b)(ii)\)
- M1 for identifying slant height \(l = 8.4\)
- M1 for \(h^2 = 8.4^2 - \text{their } r^2\)
- A1 for \(7.79\) or \(7.787\) to \(7.788\)

\((c)\)
- M1 for \(\frac{1}{3} \times \pi \times r^2 \times h\) using their \(r\) and \(h\)
- A1 for \(80.9\) or \(80.91\) to \(80.92\)
Question 10 · structured
12 marks
The points \(A\) and \(B\) have coordinates \((2, 3)\) and \((6, 11)\) respectively.

(a) Find the equation of the line \(AB\) in the form \(y = mx + c\). [3]

(b) Find the coordinates of the midpoint, \(M\), of the line segment \(AB\). [2]

(c) Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of \(AB\) in the form \(y = mx + c\). [4]

(d) The perpendicular bisector cuts the y-axis at point \(P\) and the x-axis at point \(Q\). Calculate the distance \(PQ\). [3]
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Worked solution

\((a)\) Gradient of \(AB\), \(m = \frac{11 - 3}{6 - 2} = \frac{8}{4} = 2\).
Using point \((2, 3)\) in \(y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)\):
\(y - 3 = 2(x - 2) \implies y = 2x - 1\).

\((b)\) Midpoint \(M = \left(\frac{2+6}{2}, \frac{3+11}{2}\right) = (4, 7)\).

\((c)\) Gradient of the perpendicular bisector is the negative reciprocal of the gradient of \(AB\):
\(m_{\perp} = -\frac{1}{2} = -0.5\).
Using the midpoint \((4, 7)\):
\(y - 7 = -0.5(x - 4) \implies y = -0.5x + 9\).

\((d)\) Point \(P\) is the y-intercept: when \(x = 0\), \(y = 9 \implies P(0, 9)\).
Point \(Q\) is the x-intercept: when \(y = 0\), \(0 = -0.5x + 9 \implies x = 18 \implies Q(18, 0)\).
Distance \(PQ = \sqrt{(18 - 0)^2 + (0 - 9)^2} = \sqrt{324 + 81} = \sqrt{405} \approx 20.1\text{ units}\).

Marking scheme

\((a)\)
- M1 for gradient \(\frac{11 - 3}{6 - 2}\) or better
- M1 for substituting their gradient into \(y = mx + c\) with either point
- A1 for \(y = 2x - 1\)

\((b)\)
- M1 for \(\left(\frac{2+6}{2}, \frac{3+11}{2}\right)\)
- A1 for \((4, 7)\)

\((c)\)
- M1 for gradient of perpendicular bisector \(= -\frac{1}{\text{their } m}\)
- M1 for substituting their perpendicular gradient and their midpoint \((4, 7)\) into \(y - y_1 = m_{\perp}(x - x_1)\)
- A1 for \(y = -0.5x + 9\) or \(y = -\frac{1}{2}x + 9\)

\((d)\)
- B1 for finding coordinates \(P(0, 9)\) and \(Q(18, 0)\) (or values \(9\) and \(18\))
- M1 for \(\sqrt{(18 - 0)^2 + (0 - 9)^2}\) using their values
- A1 for \(20.1\) or \(20.12\) to \(20.13\)
Question 11 · structured
12 marks
A train travels a distance of \(180\text{ km}\) at an average speed of \(x\text{ km/h}\).

(a) Write down an expression, in terms of \(x\), for the time taken, in hours, for:
(i) the outward journey, [1]
(ii) the return journey, where the average speed is increased by \(15\text{ km/h}\). [1]

(b) The return journey takes 1 hour less than the outward journey.
Write down an equation in \(x\) and show that it simplifies to \(x^2 + 15x - 2700 = 0\). [4]

(c) Solve the equation \(x^2 + 15x - 2700 = 0\) to find the speed of the train on the outward journey. Show all your working. [3]

(d) Calculate the total time taken for the entire double journey (outward and return). [3]
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Worked solution

\((a)(i)\) Time = \(\frac{180}{x}\)
\((a)(ii)\) Time = \(\frac{180}{x + 15}\)

\((b)\) Since the return journey is 1 hour quicker:
\(\frac{180}{x} - \frac{180}{x + 15} = 1\)
Multiply both sides by \(x(x + 15)\):
\(180(x + 15) - 180x = x(x + 15)\)
\(180x + 2700 - 180x = x^2 + 15x\)
\(x^2 + 15x - 2700 = 0\) (as required)

\((c)\) Factorizing \(x^2 + 15x - 2700 = 0\):
\((x - 45)(x + 60) = 0\)
So \(x = 45\) or \(x = -60\).
Since speed must be positive, \(x = 45\text{ km/h}\).

\((d)\) Outward time = \(\frac{180}{45} = 4\text{ hours}\).
Return time = \(\frac{180}{60} = 3\text{ hours}\).
Total time = \(4 + 3 = 7\text{ hours}\).

Marking scheme

\((a)(i)\)
- B1 for \(\frac{180}{x}\)

\((a)(ii)\)
- B1 for \(\frac{180}{x + 15}\)

\((b)\)
- M1 for \(\frac{180}{x} - \frac{180}{x + 15} = 1\) (or equivalent)
- M1 for algebraic step multiplying by common denominator: \(180(x + 15) - 180x = x(x + 15)\)
- M1 for expanding brackets correctly: \(180x + 2700 - 180x = x^2 + 15x\)
- A1 for establishing the final simplified form \(x^2 + 15x - 2700 = 0\) clearly with no errors.

\((c)\)
- M1 for correct attempt to solve the quadratic (either factorizing, completing the square or quadratic formula)
- A1 for finding factors \((x - 45)(x + 60) = 0\) or roots \(45\) and \(-60\)
- A1 for choosing the positive root \(x = 45\) as the outward speed

\((d)\)
- M1 for calculating \(\frac{180}{\text{their } x}\)
- M1 for calculating \(\frac{180}{\text{their } x + 15}\)
- A1 for \(7\) hours

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