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Paper 1 (0606/13)
Answer all questions. Show all necessary working clearly. Give non-exact numerical answers correct to 3 significant figures, or 1 decimal place for angles.
12 Question · 67 marks
Question 1 · Short Answer
3 marks
The graph of \(y = a \cos(bx) + c\), for \(0^\circ \le x \le 120^\circ\), has a maximum point at \((0^\circ, 5)\), a minimum point at \((60^\circ, -1)\), and ends at the point \((120^\circ, 5)\). Find the values of the positive constants \(a\), \(b\) and \(c\).
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Worked solution
The amplitude \(a\) is calculated as half the difference between the maximum and minimum values: \(a = \frac{5 - (-1)}{2} = 3\).
The vertical shift \(c\) is the average of the maximum and minimum values: \(c = \frac{5 + (-1)}{2} = 2\).
Since \(b > 0\) and the graph completes one full period of the cosine function between \(0^\circ\) and \(120^\circ\), the period is \(120^\circ\). Using the formula for period, \(\frac{360^\circ}{b} = 120^\circ\), we find: \(b = \frac{360^\circ}{120^\circ} = 3\).
Thus, the positive constants are \(a = 3\), \(b = 3\), and \(c = 2\).
Marking scheme
B1: for \(a = 3\) B1: for \(c = 2\) B1: for \(b = 3\)
Question 2 · Short Answer
4 marks
Solve the equation \(\log_3(2x - 1) + \log_3(x + 1) = 2 \log_3(x + 2) - 1\), giving your answer in exact form.
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Since \(\log_3(2x - 1)\) requires \(2x - 1 > 0 \implies x > 0.5\), the negative root is extraneous.
Therefore, the only valid solution is: \(x = \frac{1 + \sqrt{141}}{10}\).
Marking scheme
M1: Use power/addition rules of logarithms to obtain \(\log_3((2x-1)(x+1)) = \log_3\left(\frac{(x+2)^2}{3}\right)\) or equivalent. M1: Equate arguments to form a quadratic equation, e.g., \(5x^2 - x - 7 = 0\). M1: Solve their 3-term quadratic equation to find two roots. A1: Identify the correct positive root \(x = \frac{1 + \sqrt{141}}{10}\) and reject the negative extraneous root.
Question 3 · Short Answer
3 marks
A curve has the equation \(y = \frac{10}{2x + 1}\). Given that \(x\) is increasing at a constant rate of \(0.3\) units per second, find the rate of change of \(y\) at the instant when \(y = 2\).
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First, find the value of \(x\) when \(y = 2\): \(2 = \frac{10}{2x + 1} \implies 2x + 1 = 5 \implies x = 2\).
Next, differentiate \(y\) with respect to \(x\): \(y = 10(2x+1)^{-1}\) \(\frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}x} = -10(2x+1)^{-2} \cdot 2 = -\frac{20}{(2x+1)^2}\).
Use the chain rule to find \(\frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}t}\): \(\frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}t} = \frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}x} \cdot \frac{\text{d}x}{\text{d}t}\) \(\frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}t} = -0.8 \cdot 0.3 = -0.24\).
Thus, the rate of change of \(y\) is \(-0.24\) units per second.
Marking scheme
M1: for finding \(x = 2\) when \(y = 2\). M1: for correctly differentiating to find \(\frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}x} = -\frac{20}{(2x+1)^2}\) and substituting \(x=2\) to find \(\frac{\text{d}y}{\text{d}x} = -0.8\). A1: for using the chain rule with \(\frac{\text{d}x}{\text{d}t} = 0.3\) to obtain \(-0.24\).
Question 4 · Multi-Step Calculus & Algebra
6 marks
Find the exact coordinates of the stationary point on the curve \(y = \frac{\mathrm{e}^{2x - 1}}{x^2}\) for \(x > 0\), and show that this point is a local minimum.
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Worked solution
To find the stationary points, we first differentiate \(y = \frac{\mathrm{e}^{2x - 1}}{x^2}\) with respect to \(x\) using the quotient rule:
So the coordinates of the stationary point are \((1, \mathrm{e})\).
To determine the nature of the stationary point, we look at the sign of the gradient on either side of \(x=1\):
For \(x = 0.9\), \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = \frac{2\mathrm{e}^{0.8}(-0.1)}{0.9^3} < 0\).
For \(x = 1.1\), \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = \frac{2\mathrm{e}^{1.2}(0.1)}{1.1^3} > 0\).
Since the gradient changes from negative to positive, the stationary point \((1, \mathrm{e})\) is a local minimum.
Marking scheme
M1: Attempt to differentiate \(y\) using the quotient or product rule. A1: Correct derivative \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = \frac{2\mathrm{e}^{2x - 1}(x - 1)}{x^3}\). M1: Equates their derivative to 0 to solve for \(x\). A1: Finds \(x = 1\) and \(y = \mathrm{e}\). M1: Clear method to determine nature (first derivative test or second derivative test). A1: Shows that \((1, \mathrm{e})\) is a minimum.
Question 5 · Multi-Step Calculus & Algebra
5 marks
Find the exact value of \(\int_{0}^{\frac{\pi}{6}} \tan^2(2x) \, \mathrm{d}x\).
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Worked solution
Using the trigonometric identity \(\tan^2(\theta) = \sec^2(\theta) - 1\):
Part (i): M1: Differentiates curve correctly to get \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = 6x^2 - 18x + 12\). A1: Solves \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = 0\) to find \(x = 1, 2\) and coordinates \((1, 5+c)\), \((2, 4+c)\).
Part (ii): B1: Finds \(y = c + 9\) at \(x = 3\). M1: Finds gradient of tangent and hence normal is \(-\frac{1}{12}\). M1: Formulates normal equation and substitutes \((0,0)\). A1: Obtains \(c = -\frac{37}{4}\) (or \(-9.25\)).
Question 7 · Multi-Step Calculus & Algebra
6 marks
A solid circular cylinder has radius \(r\) cm and height \(h\) cm. The volume of the cylinder is kept constant at \(108\pi \text{ cm}^3\).
(i) Show that the total surface area \(A \text{ cm}^2\) is given by \(A = 2\pi r^2 + \frac{216\pi}{r}\).
(ii) Given that the radius is increasing at a constant rate of \(0.5 \text{ cm/s}\), find the rate of change of the total surface area when \(r = 6\) cm.
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(i) The volume of a cylinder is given by \(V = \pi r^2 h = 108\pi\), which gives:
\(h = \frac{108}{r^2}\)
The total surface area of a solid cylinder is:
\(A = 2\pi r^2 + 2\pi r h\)
Substituting \(h = \frac{108}{r^2}\) into the area formula:
Part (i): M1: Uses volume formula to express \(h\) in terms of \(r\). A1: Correct substitution and algebraic simplification to show the given formula for \(A\).
Part (ii): M1: Differentiates \(A\) with respect to \(r\). A1: Correctly evaluates \(\frac{\mathrm{d}A}{\mathrm{d}r} = 18\pi\) at \(r=6\). M1: Applies chain rule \(\frac{\mathrm{d}A}{\mathrm{d}t} = \frac{\mathrm{d}A}{\mathrm{d}r} \times \frac{\mathrm{d}r}{\mathrm{d}t}\). A1: Obtains \(9\pi\) (or awrt \(28.3\)).
Question 8 · Multi-Step Calculus & Algebra
6 marks
Find the area of the region completely enclosed by the curve \(y = 8 - x^2\) and the straight line \(y = 2x\).
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Worked solution
First, find the points of intersection by setting the curve equation equal to the line equation:
\(8 - x^2 = 2x \implies x^2 + 2x - 8 = 0\)
\((x + 4)(x - 2) = 0 \implies x = -4 \text{ or } x = 2\).
So the limits of integration are \(x = -4\) and \(x = 2\).
Area = \(\int_{-4}^{2} \left((8 - x^2) - 2x\right) \, \mathrm{d}x\)
Subtracting the lower limit value from the upper limit value:
Area = \(\frac{28}{3} - \left(-\frac{80}{3}\right) = \frac{108}{3} = 36\).
Marking scheme
M1: Equates equations and attempts to solve the quadratic to find limits. A1: Obtains \(x = -4\) and \(x = 2\). M1: Correct formulation of integration \(\int_{-4}^{2} (8 - x^2 - 2x) \, \mathrm{d}x\). A1: Correct integration to get \(8x - x^2 - \frac{x^3}{3}\). M1: Substitutes their limits correctly into their integrated expression. A1: Obtains area = 36.
Question 9 · Multi-Step Calculus & Algebra
5 marks
Find the exact \(x\)-coordinates of the stationary points on the curve \(y = \mathrm{e}^{-2x} \cos(2x)\) for \(0 \le x \le \pi\).
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Worked solution
To find the stationary points, we differentiate \(y = \mathrm{e}^{-2x} \cos(2x)\) using the product rule:
At \(x = 0\): \(3 \left(\frac{0}{\sqrt{1}}\right) = 0\)
Thus, the exact value is \(2 - 0 = 2\).
Marking scheme
Part (i): M1: Attempt quotient rule (or product rule with \((4x+1)^{-1/2}\)). M1: Correctly differentiates \((4x+1)^{1/2}\). A1: Correct simplification to reach \(\frac{2x + 1}{(4x+1)^{3/2}}\).
Part (ii): M1: Recognises the integral is \(3 \int \frac{2x + 1}{(4x+1)^{3/2}} \, \mathrm{d}x\). A1: Correctly integrates to get \(3 \left( \frac{x}{\sqrt{4x + 1}} \right)\). A1: Substitutes limits 0 and 2 correctly to obtain the final exact value of 2.
Question 11 · structured
8 marks
The equation of a curve is \(y = \frac{1}{3}(2x-1)^3 - 8x\).
(a) Find the coordinates of the stationary points on the curve. [4]
(b) Determine the nature of each of these stationary points. [4]
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(a) Given \(y = \frac{1}{3}(2x-1)^3 - 8x\), we differentiate with respect to \(x\):
At \(x = 1.5\): \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 8(2(1.5)-1) = 8(2) = 16 > 0\). Since the second derivative is positive, \((1.5, -\frac{28}{3})\) is a local minimum point.
At \(x = -0.5\): \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 8(2(-0.5)-1) = 8(-2) = -16 < 0\). Since the second derivative is negative, \((-0.5, \frac{4}{3})\) is a local maximum point.
Marking scheme
Part (a): - M1: Attempt to differentiate \(y\) with respect to \(x\) (at least one term correct, applying chain rule to the bracketed term). - A1: Correct first derivative \(\frac{dy}{dx} = 2(2x-1)^2 - 8\). - M1: Set \(\frac{dy}{dx} = 0\) and solve for \(x\). - A1: Both pairs of coordinates correct: \((1.5, -\frac{28}{3})\) (or \((1.5, -9.33)\)) and \((-0.5, \frac{4}{3})\) (or \((-0.5, 1.33)\)).
Part (b): - M1: Differentiate \(\frac{dy}{dx}\) to find the second derivative. - A1: Correct second derivative expression: \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2} = 16x - 8\) or \(8(2x-1)\). - A1: Correctly evaluates \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}\) at \(x = 1.5\) and concludes it is a minimum point (with supporting working). - A1: Correctly evaluates \(\frac{d^2y}{dx^2}\) at \(x = -0.5\) and concludes it is a maximum point (with supporting working).
Question 12 · structured
9 marks
A geometric progression has first term \(a\) and common ratio \(r\). The sum to infinity of this progression is 8.
An arithmetic progression has first term \(a\) and common difference \(d\). The sum of the first 5 terms of this arithmetic progression is 5.
Given also that the third term of the geometric progression is equal to the third term of the arithmetic progression:
(a) Show that \(8r^3 - 8r^2 + 1 = 0\). [4]
(b) Find the rational value of \(r\), and the corresponding values of \(a\) and \(d\). [5]
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(a) For the geometric progression: The sum to infinity is \(S_\infty = \frac{a}{1-r} = 8 \implies a = 8(1-r)\). The third term of the geometric progression is \(u_3 = a r^2\).
For the arithmetic progression: The sum of the first 5 terms is \(S_5 = \frac{5}{2}(2a + 4d) = 5(a + 2d) = 5 \implies a + 2d = 1\). The third term of the arithmetic progression is \(v_3 = a + 2d = 1\).
Since the third term of the geometric progression equals the third term of the arithmetic progression: \(u_3 = v_3 \implies a r^2 = 1\).
Part (a): - B1: States or uses \(a = 8(1-r)\) from the sum to infinity formula. - B1: States or uses \(a + 2d = 1\) from the AP sum formula (or identifies the 3rd term of the AP as \(a+2d = 1\)). - M1: Equates the third terms: \(ar^2 = a+2d\) and sets \(ar^2 = 1\). - A1: Correctly substitutes \(a = 8(1-r)\) and simplifies to obtain the given cubic equation: \(8r^3 - 8r^2 + 1 = 0\).
Part (b): - M1: Attempts to find a rational root of the cubic equation, or factorise it as \((2r-1)(4r^2-2r-1)=0\). - A1: Identifies the rational root \(r = 0.5\) (or \(\frac{1}{2}\)). - A1: Finds the correct value of \(a = 4\). - A1: Finds the correct value of \(d = -1.5\). - B1: Confirms that other roots of the cubic are irrational, ensuring \(r = 0.5\) is the unique rational solution.
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Question 1 · short_answer
3 marks
The point \(P\) has coordinates \((2, -1)\) and the point \(Q\) has coordinates \((6, 7)\). Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of \(PQ\), giving your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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The midpoint of \(PQ\) is \(\left(\frac{2+6}{2}, \frac{-1+7}{2}\right) = (4, 3)\). The gradient of the line \(PQ\) is \(\frac{7 - (-1)}{6 - 2} = \frac{8}{4} = 2\). The gradient of the perpendicular bisector is \(-\frac{1}{2}\). The equation of the perpendicular bisector is: \(y - 3 = -\frac{1}{2}(x - 4)\) \(y = -\frac{1}{2}x + 5\)
Marking scheme
M1: For finding the midpoint \((4, 3)\) M1: For finding the gradient of the perpendicular line as \(-\frac{1}{2}\) A1: For the correct equation \(y = -\frac{1}{2}x + 5\) oe
Question 2 · short_answer
4 marks
Find the set of values of \(k\) for which the quadratic equation \(x^2 + (k-2)x + (k+1) = 0\) has two distinct real roots.
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For the equation to have two distinct real roots, the discriminant must be greater than zero: \((k-2)^2 - 4(1)(k+1) > 0\) \(k^2 - 4k + 4 - 4k - 4 > 0\) \(k^2 - 8k > 0\) \(k(k-8) > 0\) Therefore, \(k < 0\) or \(k > 8\).
Marking scheme
M1: For using the discriminant \(b^2 - 4ac > 0\) correctly with their coefficients. A1: For simplifying to the quadratic inequality \(k^2 - 8k > 0\). M1: For finding the critical values \(0\) and \(8\). A1: For the correct set of values \(k < 0\) or \(k > 8\) (allow equivalent notation).
So the solutions are \(x = 1, y = -2\) and \(x = 2, y = 1\).
Marking scheme
M1: For substituting the linear equation into the quadratic equation to obtain a single quadratic in one variable. A1: For simplifying to the correct quadratic equation \(x^2 - 3x + 2 = 0\) oe. M1: For solving their quadratic equation to find two values of \(x\) (or \(y\)). A1: For both correct pairs of solutions: \((1, -2)\) and \((2, 1)\).
Question 4 · short_answer
3 marks
The position vectors of points \(A\) and \(B\) relative to an origin \(O\) are \(\mathbf{a} = 3\mathbf{i} - 4\mathbf{j}\) and \(\mathbf{b} = p\mathbf{i} + 2\mathbf{j}\) respectively, where \(p\) is a constant. Given that the magnitude of the vector \(\overrightarrow{AB}\) is 10 and \(p > 0\), find the value of \(p\).
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First, express the vector \(\overrightarrow{AB}\) in terms of \(p\): \(\overrightarrow{AB} = \mathbf{b} - \mathbf{a} = (p\mathbf{i} + 2\mathbf{j}) - (3\mathbf{i} - 4\mathbf{j}) = (p-3)\mathbf{i} + 6\mathbf{j}\).
The magnitude of \(\overrightarrow{AB}\) is given by: \(|\overrightarrow{AB}| = \sqrt{(p-3)^2 + 6^2} = 10\).
Since \(p > 0\), we take the positive square root: \(p - 3 = 8 \implies p = 11\). (The other solution \(p - 3 = -8 \implies p = -5\) is rejected as \(p > 0\)).
Marking scheme
M1: For finding the vector \(\overrightarrow{AB} = (p-3)\mathbf{i} + 6\mathbf{j}\) oe. M1: For setting up the magnitude equation \((p-3)^2 + 6^2 = 10^2\) and attempting to solve for \(p\). A1: For the correct value \(p = 11\).
Question 5 · free-text
6 marks
The diagram shows a triangle \(OAB\) where \(\vec{OA} = \mathbf{a}\) and \(\vec{OB} = \mathbf{b}\). The point \(M\) is the midpoint of \(OA\) and the point \(N\) lies on \(OB\) such that \(ON = \frac{1}{3}OB\). The lines \(AN\) and \(BM\) intersect at the point \(P\). Given that \(\vec{AP} = \lambda\vec{AN}\) and \(\vec{BP} = \mu\vec{BM}\), find the values of \(\lambda\) and \(/\mu\), and hence express \(\vec{OP}\) in terms of \(\mathbf{a}\) and \(\mathbf{b}\).
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Equating the coefficients of \(\mathbf{a}\) and \(\mathbf{b}\): \(1 - \lambda = \frac{1}{2}\mu\) \(\frac{1}{3}\lambda = 1 - \mu\)
From the first equation, \(\mu = 2 - 2\lambda\). Substitute into the second equation: \(\frac{1}{3}\lambda = 1 - (2 - 2\lambda) \implies \frac{1}{3}\lambda = 2\lambda - 1 \implies \frac{5}{3}\lambda = 1 \implies \lambda = \frac{3}{5}\). Using \(\lambda = \frac{3}{5}\), we find \(\mu = 2 - 2\left(\frac{3}{5}\right) = \frac{4}{5}\).
Substituting \(\lambda = \frac{3}{5}\) back into the expression for \(\vec{OP}\): \(\vec{OP} = \left(1 - \frac{3}{5}\right)\mathbf{a} + \frac{1}{3}\left(\frac{3}{5}\right)\mathbf{b} = \frac{2}{5}\mathbf{a} + \frac{1}{5}\mathbf{b}\).
Marking scheme
B1: Finds \(\vec{AN} = \frac{1}{3}\mathbf{b} - \mathbf{a}\) or \(\vec{BM} = \frac{1}{2}\mathbf{a} - \mathbf{b}\) M1: Expresses \(\vec{OP}\) in terms of \(\mathbf{a}\), \(\mathbf{b}\) and either \(\lambda\) or \(\mu\) M1: Sets up simultaneous equations by equating coefficients of \(\mathbf{a}\) and \(\mathbf{b}\) A1: Solves for \(\lambda = \frac{3}{5}\) A1: Solves for \(\mu = \frac{4}{5}\) A1: Expresses \(\vec{OP} = \frac{2}{5}\mathbf{a} + \frac{1}{5}\mathbf{b}\)
Question 6 · free-text
6 marks
Solve the equation \(4 \sin 2\theta \cos 2\theta = \sqrt{3}\) for \(0 \le \theta \le \pi\) radians, giving your answers in exact form in terms of \(\pi\).
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Using the double angle identity \(\sin 2A = 2 \sin A \cos A\), we can rewrite the equation as: \(2(2 \sin 2\theta \cos 2\theta) = \sqrt{3}\) \(2 \sin 4\theta = \sqrt{3}\) \(\sin 4\theta = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\).
Given that \(0 \le \theta \le \pi\), the range for \(4\theta\) is \(0 \le 4\theta \le 4\pi\). Find the principal and secondary angles for \(\sin 4\theta = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\): In the interval \([0, 2\pi]\): \(4\theta = \frac{\pi}{3}\) (1st quadrant) \(4\theta = \pi - \frac{\pi}{3} = \frac{2\pi}{3}\) (2nd quadrant)
In the interval \([2\pi, 4\pi]\): \(4\theta = \frac{\pi}{3} + 2\pi = \frac{7\pi}{3}\) \(4\theta = \frac{2\pi}{3} + 2\pi = \frac{8\pi}{3}\)
So the solutions are \(\theta = \frac{\pi}{12}, \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{7\pi}{12}, \frac{2\pi}{3}\).
Marking scheme
B1: Uses the double angle formula to rewrite the equation as \(2 \sin 4\theta = \sqrt{3}\) M1: Identifies the correct range for \(4\theta\) as \([0, 4\pi]\) M1: Finds the two primary solutions for \(4\theta\) in \([0, 2\pi]\): \(\frac{\pi}{3}\) and \(\frac{2\pi}{3}\) A1: Finds the other two solutions in \([2\pi, 4\pi]\): \(\frac{7\pi}{3}\) and \(\frac{8\pi}{3}\) A2: Dividing by 4 to obtain the final four exact solutions: \(\theta = \frac{\pi}{12}, \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{7\pi}{12}, \frac{2\pi}{3}\) (deduct 1 mark if there are extra incorrect solutions in the range)
Question 7 · free-text
7 marks
A curve is such that \(\frac{\mathrm{d}^2y}{\mathrm{d}x^2} = 12x - 14\). Given that the curve has a stationary point at \(x = 1\) and passes through the point \((1, 2)\):
(a) Find the equation of the curve.
(b) Find the coordinates of the other stationary point and use the second derivative test to determine its nature.
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(a) Integrate \(\frac{\mathrm{d}^2y}{\mathrm{d}x^2}\) to find \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x}\): \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = \int (12x - 14) \mathrm{d}x = 6x^2 - 14x + C\). Since there is a stationary point at \(x = 1\), \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = 0\) when \(x = 1\): \(6(1)^2 - 14(1) + C = 0 \implies -8 + C = 0 \implies C = 8\). So, \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = 6x^2 - 14x + 8\).
Integrate \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x}\) to find \(y\): \(y = \int (6x^2 - 14x + 8) \mathrm{d}x = 2x^3 - 7x^2 + 8x + D\). Since the curve passes through \((1, 2)\): \(2(1)^3 - 7(1)^2 + 8(1) + D = 2 \implies 3 + D = 2 \implies D = -1\). Thus, the equation of the curve is \(y = 2x^3 - 7x^2 + 8x - 1\).
(b) To find the other stationary point, set \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = 0\): \(6x^2 - 14x + 8 = 0 \implies 2(3x^2 - 7x + 4) = 0 \implies 2(3x - 4)(x - 1) = 0\). The stationary points are at \(x = 1\) and \(x = \frac{4}{3}\). For \(x = \frac{4}{3}\), find the \(y\)-coordinate: \(y = 2\left(\frac{4}{3}\right)^3 - 7\left(\frac{4}{3}\right)^2 + 8\left(\frac{4}{3}\right) - 1 = \frac{128}{27} - \frac{112}{9} + \frac{32}{3} - 1 = \frac{53}{27}\). So the other stationary point is \(\left(\frac{4}{3}, \frac{53}{27}\right)\).
Second derivative test: At \(x = \frac{4}{3}\), \(\frac{\mathrm{d}^2y}{\mathrm{d}x^2} = 12\left(\frac{4}{3}\right) - 14 = 16 - 14 = 2\). Since \(\frac{\mathrm{d}^2y}{\mathrm{d}x^2} > 0\), the stationary point \(\left(\frac{4}{3}, \frac{53}{27}\right)\) is a local minimum.
Marking scheme
Part (a) [5 marks]: M1: Integrates \(\frac{\mathrm{d}^2y}{\mathrm{d}x^2}\) to get \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x} = 6x^2 - 14x + C\) M1: Uses the stationary point condition at \(x = 1\) to find \(C = 8\) M1: Integrates \(\frac{\mathrm{d}y}{\mathrm{d}x}\) to get \(y = 2x^3 - 7x^2 + 8x + D\) M1: Uses the point \((1, 2)\) to find \(D = -1\) A1: Writes the correct final equation: \(y = 2x^3 - 7x^2 + 8x - 1\)
Part (b) [2 marks]: B1: Identifies \(x = \frac{4}{3}\) and calculates \(y = \frac{53}{27}\) (or equivalent decimal \(\approx 1.96\)) B1: Uses the second derivative test \(\frac{\mathrm{d}^2y}{\mathrm{d}x^2} = 2 > 0\) to correctly conclude it is a local minimum
Question 8 · free-text
7 marks
Solve the simultaneous equations, giving your answers in exact form:
\(2 \log_3 x - \log_3 y = 1\)
\(3^{x-y} = \frac{1}{9}\)
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Worked solution
From the first equation: \(2 \log_3 x - \log_3 y = 1\) \(\log_3(x^2) - \log_3 y = 1\) \(\log_3\left(\frac{x^2}{y}\right) = 1\) \(\frac{x^2}{y} = 3^1 = 3\) \(y = \frac{x^2}{3}\).
From the second equation: \(3^{x-y} = \frac{1}{9} = 3^{-2}\) \(x - y = -2 \implies y = x + 2\).
Equating the two expressions for \(y\): \(\frac{x^2}{3} = x + 2\) \(x^2 = 3x + 6\) \(x^2 - 3x - 6 = 0\).
Since the term \(\log_3 x\) is only defined for \(x > 0\), we must reject the negative root: \(x = \frac{3 + \sqrt{33}}{2}\) (since \(\sqrt{33} \approx 5.74\), this value is positive, whereas \(\frac{3 - \sqrt{33}}{2}\) is negative).
Now, find \(y\): \(y = x + 2 = \frac{3 + \sqrt{33}}{2} + 2 = \frac{7 + \sqrt{33}}{2}\). Since \(y > 0\), this solution is valid.
M1: Applies log laws correctly to write \(\frac{x^2}{y} = 3\) M1: Resolves indices to get \(x - y = -2\) M1: Eliminates one variable (e.g., \(y\)) to form a quadratic equation in terms of \(x\) A1: Obtains the correct quadratic equation: \(x^2 - 3x - 6 = 0\) M1: Solves the quadratic equation using the quadratic formula (or completing the square) A1: Selects the positive root \(x = \frac{3 + \sqrt{33}}{2}\) and explicitly rejects the negative root (or explains why it is rejected) A1: Finds the correct exact value for \(y = \frac{7 + \sqrt{33}}{2}\)
Question 9 · Structured
8 marks
A curve has the equation \( y = 3 + (2x - 1)^{-2} \).
(a) Find the equation of the tangent to the curve at the point where \( x = 1 \). [3]
(b) Find the coordinates of the point where this tangent meets the \( x \)-axis. [1]
(c) Find the exact area of the region bounded by the curve, the tangent, and the vertical line \( x = 2 \). [4]
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Worked solution
(a) Given the curve equation \( y = 3 + (2x - 1)^{-2} \).
Differentiating with respect to \( x \) using the chain rule: \( \frac{dy}{dx} = -2(2x - 1)^{-3} \cdot 2 = -4(2x - 1)^{-3} \).
At the point where \( x = 1 \): \( y = 3 + (2(1) - 1)^{-2} = 3 + 1 = 4 \), \( \frac{dy}{dx} = -4(2(1) - 1)^{-3} = -4 \).
The equation of the tangent is: \( y - 4 = -4(x - 1) \implies y = -4x + 8 \).
(b) To find where the tangent line intersects the \( x \)-axis, substitute \( y = 0 \): \( 0 = -4x + 8 \implies 4x = 8 \implies x = 2 \).
Thus, the coordinates of the intersection point are \( (2, 0) \).
(c) The exact area of the bounded region can be found by calculating the area under the curve from \( x = 1 \) to \( x = 2 \), and subtracting the area of the right-angled triangle formed below the tangent line.
Next, the area under the tangent line from \( x = 1 \) to \( x = 2 \) forms a right-angled triangle with vertices \( (1,0) \), \( (1,4) \), and \( (2,0) \): \( \text{Area of triangle} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height} = \frac{1}{2} \times (2 - 1) \times 4 = 2 \).
Subtract the triangle's area from the area under the curve: \( \text{Area of region} = \frac{10}{3} - 2 = \frac{4}{3} \).
Marking scheme
(a) * M1: For attempting to differentiate the curve using the chain rule. * A1: Correct derivative \( \frac{dy}{dx} = -4(2x - 1)^{-3} \). * A1: Correct tangent equation \( y = -4x + 8 \) or equivalent.
(b) * B1: Correct coordinates \( (2, 0) \).
(c) * B1: For correct integration of the curve to obtain \( 3x - \frac{1}{2}(2x - 1)^{-1} \). * M1: For correct substitution of the limits 1 and 2 into their integrated expression. * M1: For subtracting the area of the triangle (or the integral of the tangent line) from the area under the curve. * A1: Correct exact area of \( \frac{4}{3} \) (or equivalent).
Question 10 · Structured
9 marks
In a parallelogram \( OABC \), \( \vec{OA} = \mathbf{a} \) and \( \vec{OC} = \mathbf{c} \). The point \( E \) lies on the line segment \( CB \) such that \( CE : EB = 1 : 2 \). The point \( D \) lies on the line segment \( AB \) such that \( AD : DB = 3 : 1 \). The lines \( OE \) and \( CD \) intersect at the point \( P \).
(a) Express \( \vec{OE} \) and \( \vec{CD} \) in terms of \( \mathbf{a} \) and \( \mathbf{c} \). [3]
(b) Given that \( \vec{OP} = \lambda \vec{OE} \) and \( \vec{CP} = \mu \vec{CD} \), find two expressions for \( \vec{OP} \) in terms of \( \mathbf{a} \), \( \mathbf{c} \), \( \lambda \), and \( \mu \). [2]
(c) Find the values of \( \lambda \) and \( \mu \), and state the ratio in which \( P \) divides the line segment \( OE \). [4]
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(a) In a parallelogram \( OABC \), we have: \( \vec{CB} = \vec{OA} = \mathbf{a} \) and \( \vec{AB} = \vec{OC} = \mathbf{c} \).
Since \( CE : EB = 1 : 2 \): \( \vec{CE} = \frac{1}{3}\vec{CB} = \frac{1}{3}\mathbf{a} \).
Then substitute \( \mu \) back into (1) to find \( \lambda \): \( \lambda = 3\left(\frac{4}{13}\right) = \frac{12}{13} \).
Since \( \vec{OP} = \frac{12}{13}\vec{OE} \), the point \( P \) lies \( \frac{12}{13} \) of the way along the line segment \( OE \). Therefore, the ratio in which \( P \) divides \( OE \) is: \( OP : PE = 12 : 1 \).
Marking scheme
(a) * B1: Correct vector expression for \( \vec{OE} = \mathbf{c} + \frac{1}{3}\mathbf{a} \). * M1: For writing a correct vector pathway to find \( \vec{CD} \) (e.g., \( \vec{CO} + \vec{OA} + \vec{AD} \)). * A1: Correct vector expression for \( \vec{CD} = \mathbf{a} - \frac{1}{4}\mathbf{c} \).
(c) * M1: For equating coefficients of \( \mathbf{a} \) and \( \mathbf{c} \) to set up two simultaneous equations. * A1: Correct value of \( \mu = \frac{4}{13} \) (or equivalent decimal \( \approx 0.308 \)). * A1: Correct value of \( \lambda = \frac{12}{13} \) (or equivalent decimal \( \approx 0.923 \)). * B1: Correct division ratio \( OP : PE = 12 : 1 \).
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