An original Thinka practice paper modelled on the structure and difficulty of the Nov 2023 SL (TZ2) IB Diploma Programme Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches paper. Not affiliated with or reproduced from IB.
卷一 甲部
Answer all questions in the boxes provided. No calculator permitted. (Questions 1-6)
6 題目 · 34.98 分
題目 1 · Short-response
5.83 分
Let the third term of an arithmetic sequence be \(u_3 = 8\) and the eighth term be \(u_8 = 23\). The first term \(u_1\), the third term \(u_3\), and the \(k\)-th term \(u_k\) of this arithmetic sequence form the first three terms of a geometric sequence. Find the value of \(k\).
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解題
First, find the common difference \(d\) and first term \(u_1\) of the arithmetic sequence. We have \(u_3 = u_1 + 2d = 8\) and \(u_8 = u_1 + 7d = 23\). Subtracting these equations gives \(5d = 15\), which means \(d = 3\). Substituting \(d = 3\) back into the first equation gives \(u_1 + 6 = 8\), so \(u_1 = 2\). The first three terms of the geometric sequence are \(t_1 = u_1 = 2\), \(t_2 = u_3 = 8\), and \(t_3 = u_k = u_1 + (k-1)d = 2 + 3(k-1) = 3k - 1\). Since these terms form a geometric sequence, the common ratio is constant, so \(\frac{t_2}{t_1} = \frac{t_3}{t_2}\). This gives \(\frac{8}{2} = \frac{3k-1}{8}\), which simplifies to \(4 = \frac{3k-1}{8}\). Multiplying both sides by 8 gives \(32 = 3k - 1\), so \(3k = 33\), yielding \(k = 11\).
評分準則
M1 for setting up simultaneous equations for \(u_3\) and \(u_8\). A1 for finding \(d = 3\) and \(u_1 = 2\). M1 for expressing the terms of the geometric sequence as 2, 8, and \(3k-1\). M1 for setting up the geometric ratio equation \(\frac{8}{2} = \frac{3k-1}{8}\). A1 for solving to get \(3k = 33\). A1 for final answer \(k = 11\).
題目 2 · Short-response
5.83 分
Let \(f(x) = \ln(x - 2)\) for \(x > 2\), and \(g(x) = e^{2x} + 2\) for \(x \in \mathbb{R}\). (a) Find an expression for \((g \circ f)(x)\) in the form \(a(x - b)^2 + c\), where \(a, b, c \in \mathbb{Z}\). (b) State the domain and the range of \(g \circ f\).
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解題
(a) To find \((g \circ f)(x)\), we substitute \(f(x)\) into \(g(x)\): \((g \circ f)(x) = g(f(x)) = e^{2\ln(x-2)} + 2\). Using the properties of logarithms, we write \(2\ln(x-2) = \ln((x-2)^2)\). Thus, \((g \circ f)(x) = e^{\ln((x-2)^2)} + 2 = (x-2)^2 + 2\). Here, \(a=1\), \(b=2\), and \(c=2\). (b) The domain of \((g \circ f)\) is the domain of \(f\), which is \(x > 2\). Since \(x > 2\), we have \(x - 2 > 0\), so \((x - 2)^2 > 0\). Therefore, the range of \((g \circ f)(x) = (x-2)^2 + 2\) is \(y > 2\).
評分準則
M1 for substituting \(f(x)\) into \(g(x)\). M1 for applying log laws to write \(2\ln(x-2) = \ln((x-2)^2)\). A1 for simplifying to \((x-2)^2 + 2\). A1 for correct domain \(x > 2\). A2 for correct range \(y > 2\) (award A1 for \(y \ge 2\)).
題目 3 · Short-response
5.83 分
Solve the equation \(2 \cos^2(x) + 3 \sin(x) - 3 = 0\) for \(0 \le x \le 2\pi\).
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解題
Using the Pythagorean identity \(\cos^2(x) = 1 - \sin^2(x)\), we rewrite the equation as \(2(1 - \sin^2(x)) + 3 \sin(x) - 3 = 0\). Simplifying gives \(2 - 2 \sin^2(x) + 3 \sin(x) - 3 = 0\), which simplifies further to \(-2 \sin^2(x) + 3 \sin(x) - 1 = 0\). Multiplying by \(-1\), we get \(2 \sin^2(x) - 3 \sin(x) + 1 = 0\). Factoring this quadratic equation yields \((2\sin(x) - 1)(\sin(x) - 1) = 0\). This gives two possible cases: \(\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}\) or \(\sin(x) = 1\). In the interval \(0 \le x \le 2\pi\), \(\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}\) has solutions \(x = \frac{\pi}{6}\) and \(x = \frac{5\pi}{6}\). In the same interval, \(\sin(x) = 1\) has solution \(x = \frac{\pi}{2}\). Thus, the full set of solutions is \(x = \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{\pi}{2}, \frac{5\pi}{6}\).
評分準則
M1 for using \(\cos^2(x) = 1 - \sin^2(x)\) to form a quadratic in \(\sin(x)\). A1 for obtaining \(2 \sin^2(x) - 3 \sin(x) + 1 = 0\). M1 for factoring to \((2\sin(x) - 1)(\sin(x) - 1) = 0\). A1 for finding \(\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}\) and \(\sin(x) = 1\). A1 for \(x = \frac{\pi}{6}, \frac{5\pi}{6}\). A1 for \(x = \frac{\pi}{2}\).
題目 4 · Short-response
5.83 分
Find the exact value of \(\int_{0}^{\sqrt{\pi}} x \sin(x^2) \, dx\).
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解題
Let \(u = x^2\). Then the derivative is \(\frac{du}{dx} = 2x\), which gives \(dx = \frac{du}{2x}\). We also change the integration limits: when \(x = 0\), \(u = 0^2 = 0\); when \(x = \sqrt{\pi}\), \(u = (\sqrt{\pi})^2 = \pi\). Substituting these into the integral, we get \(\int_{0}^{\pi} x \sin(u) \frac{du}{2x} = \frac{1}{2} \int_{0}^{\pi} \sin(u) \, du\). The antiderivative of \(\sin(u)\) is \(-\cos(u)\). Evaluating this from \(0\) to \(\pi\) yields \(\frac{1}{2} [-\cos(u)]_{0}^{\pi} = \frac{1}{2} (-\cos(\pi) - (-\cos(0))) = \frac{1}{2} (-(-1) + 1) = \frac{1}{2}(1 + 1) = 1\).
評分準則
M1 for using substitution with \(u = x^2\). A1 for finding \(du = 2x \, dx\) or equivalent. A1 for correctly changing the limits to \(0\) and \(\pi\). M1 for integrating to obtain \(-\frac{1}{2}\cos(u)\) (or equivalent in terms of \(x\)). A1 for substituting the limits. A1 for the final value 1.
題目 5 · Short-response
5.83 分
A discrete random variable \(X\) has the probability distribution given in the table below: \(x = 1, 2, 3, 4\) with respective probabilities \(\mathbb{P}(X=x) = a, b, 0.3, 0.1\), where \(a, b\) are constants. Given that the expected value \(\mathbb{E}(X) = 2.4\), find the value of \(a\) and \(b\).
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解題
Since the sum of the probabilities must equal 1, we have \(a + b + 0.3 + 0.1 = 1\), which simplifies to \(a + b = 0.6\). The expected value of \(X\) is defined by \(\mathbb{E}(X) = \sum x \cdot \mathbb{P}(X=x)\). Substituting the given values, we get \(1(a) + 2(b) + 3(0.3) + 4(0.1) = 2.4\), which simplifies to \(a + 2b + 0.9 + 0.4 = 2.4\). This further simplifies to \(a + 2b + 1.3 = 2.4\), so \(a + 2b = 1.1\). We now have a system of two linear equations: (1) \(a + b = 0.6\) and (2) \(a + 2b = 1.1\). Subtracting equation (1) from equation (2) gives \(b = 0.5\). Substituting \(b = 0.5\) back into equation (1) yields \(a + 0.5 = 0.6\), which gives \(a = 0.1\).
評分準則
M1 for setting the sum of probabilities to 1: \(a + b + 0.4 = 1\). A1 for obtaining \(a + b = 0.6\). M1 for setting up the expectation equation: \(a + 2b + 1.3 = 2.4\). A1 for obtaining \(a + 2b = 1.1\). M1 for solving the simultaneous equations. A1 for correct values \(a = 0.1\) and \(b = 0.5\).
題目 6 · Short-response
5.83 分
Consider the curve defined by \(y = \frac{\ln(x)}{x}\) for \(x > 0\). Find the equation of the tangent to this curve at the point where it crosses the \(x\)-axis. Give your answer in the form \(y = mx + c\).
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解題
The curve crosses the \(x\)-axis when \(y = 0\). This means \(\frac{\ln(x)}{x} = 0\), which occurs when \(\ln(x) = 0\), so \(x = 1\). The point of contact is therefore \((1, 0)\). Next, we find the derivative \(\frac{dy}{dx}\) using the quotient rule. Let \(u = \ln(x)\) and \(v = x\), so \(u' = \frac{1}{x}\) and \(v' = 1\). The quotient rule gives \(\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{u'v - uv'}{v^2} = \frac{\frac{1}{x} \cdot x - \ln(x) \cdot 1}{x^2} = \frac{1 - \ln(x)}{x^2}\). At \(x = 1\), the gradient of the tangent is \(m = \frac{1 - \ln(1)}{1^2} = \frac{1 - 0}{1} = 1\). Using the point-slope formula \(y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)\) with point \((1, 0)\) and gradient \(m = 1\), we get \(y - 0 = 1(x - 1)\), which simplifies to \(y = x - 1\).
評分準則
M1 for finding the \(x\)-intercept by setting \(y = 0\) to get \(x = 1\). A1 for the coordinates of the point \((1, 0)\). M1 for applying the quotient rule to find \(\frac{dy}{dx}\). A1 for obtaining \(\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1 - \ln(x)}{x^2}\). A1 for finding the gradient \(m = 1\). A1 for the final equation \(y = x - 1\).
卷一 乙部
Answer all questions in the answer booklet. No calculator permitted. (Questions 7-9)
3 題目 · 45 分
題目 1 · Extended-response
15 分
Let \(f(x) = x \ln(x)\) for \(x > 0\).
**(a)** Find \(f'(x)\) and show that the minimum value of \(f(x)\) is \(-\frac{1}{e}\). [4 marks]
**(b)** Find the equation of the tangent to the curve \(y = f(x)\) at the point where \(x = e\). [3 marks]
**(c)** Find \(\int x \ln(x) \, dx\). [4 marks]
**(d)** Find the area of the region completely enclosed by the curve \(y = f(x)\), the \(x\)-axis, and the line \(x = e\). [4 marks]
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解題
**(a)** Using the product rule to find \(f'(x)\): \(f'(x) = 1 \cdot \ln(x) + x \cdot \frac{1}{x} = \ln(x) + 1\). For a minimum point, set \(f'(x) = 0\): \(\ln(x) + 1 = 0 \implies \ln(x) = -1 \implies x = e^{-1} = \frac{1}{e}\). Substituting this back into \(f(x)\) to find the minimum value: \(f\left(\frac{1}{e}\right) = \frac{1}{e} \ln\left(\frac{1}{e}\right) = \frac{1}{e}(-1) = -\frac{1}{e}\).
**(b)** At \(x = e\), the \(y\)-coordinate is: \(y = f(e) = e \ln(e) = e\). The gradient of the tangent at \(x = e\) is: \(m = f'(e) = \ln(e) + 1 = 2\). The equation of the tangent line is: \(y - e = 2(x - e) \implies y = 2x - e\).
**(c)** Using integration by parts, let \(u = \ln(x)\) and \(dv = x \, dx\). Then \(du = \frac{1}{x} \, dx\) and \(v = \frac{x^2}{2}\). \(\int x \ln(x) \, dx = \frac{x^2}{2} \ln(x) - \int \frac{x^2}{2} \cdot \frac{1}{x} \, dx\) \(= \frac{x^2}{2} \ln(x) - \frac{1}{2} \int x \, dx\) \(= \frac{x^2}{2} \ln(x) - \frac{x^2}{4} + C\).
**(d)** Find the \(x\)-intercept: \(x \ln(x) = 0 \implies x = 1\) (since \(x > 0\)). For \(1 \le x \le e\), \(f(x) \ge 0\). The enclosed area is given by: \(A = \int_{1}^{e} x \ln(x) \, dx = \left[ \frac{x^2}{2} \ln(x) - \frac{x^2}{4} \right]_{1}^{e}\) \(= \left( \frac{e^2}{2} \ln(e) - \frac{e^2}{4} \right) - \left( \frac{1^2}{2} \ln(1) - \frac{1^2}{4} \right)\) \(= \left( \frac{e^2}{2} - \frac{e^2}{4} \right) - \left( 0 - \frac{1}{4} \right) = \frac{e^2}{4} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{e^2+1}{4}\).
評分準則
**(a)** M1: Attempt to apply the product rule to find \(f'(x)\). A1: Correct derivative \(f'(x) = \ln(x) + 1\). M1: Setting their \(f'(x) = 0\) and solving for \(x\). A1: Correctly showing that the minimum value is \(-\frac{1}{e}\).
**(b)** A1: Correctly finding the coordinate \((e, e)\). A1: Correct gradient of the tangent \(m = 2\). A1: Correct equation of the tangent \(y = 2x - e\) (any equivalent form).
**(c)** M1: Attempting integration by parts with correct assignment of \(u\) and \(dv\). A1: Correct \(du = \frac{1}{x} \, dx\) and \(v = \frac{x^2}{2}\). M1: Applying the integration by parts formula correctly. A1: Correct final expression \(\frac{x^2}{2} \ln(x) - \frac{x^2}{4} + C\) (condone missing \(+ C\)).
**(d)** A1: Correctly identifying the lower boundary of integration as \(x = 1\). M1: Setting up the definite integral with correct limits from \(1\) to \(e\). A1: Correct substitution of limits into the integrated function. A1: Correctly simplifying to obtain \(\frac{e^2+1}{4}\).
題目 2 · Extended-response
15 分
Let \(f(x) = \frac{2x + a}{x - b}\), for \(x \in \mathbb{R}, x \neq b\), where \(a, b\) are constants.
**(a)** Given that the graph of \(y = f(x)\) has a vertical asymptote at \(x = 3\) and passes through the point \((4, 11)\): (i) Show that \(b = 3\). [1 mark] (ii) Find the value of \(a\). [2 marks]
Let \(f(x) = \frac{2x + 3}{x - 3}\) for the remainder of the question.
**(b)** (i) Find \(f^{-1}(x)\), stating its domain. [4 marks] (ii) Hence, or otherwise, find the coordinates of the point(s) of intersection of the graph of \(y = f(x)\) and the graph of \(y = f^{-1}(x)\). [3 marks]
**(c)** Let \(g(x) = \ln(x)\) for \(x > 0\). (i) Find an expression for \((f \circ g)(x)\). [1 mark] (ii) Solve the equation \((f \circ g)(x) = 3\). [4 marks]
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解題
**(a)** (i) The vertical asymptote occurs where the denominator is zero: \(x - b = 0 \implies x = b\). Since the vertical asymptote is given as \(x = 3\), it follows that \(b = 3\). (ii) Substituting \((4, 11)\) into \(f(x) = \frac{2x + a}{x - 3}\): \(11 = \frac{2(4) + a}{4 - 3} \implies 11 = 8 + a \implies a = 3\).
**(b)** (i) To find the inverse, let \(y = f(x)\): \(y = \frac{2x + 3}{x - 3}\) \(y(x - 3) = 2x + 3 \implies yx - 3y = 2x + 3\) \(yx - 2x = 3y + 3 \implies x(y - 2) = 3y + 3\) \(x = \frac{3y + 3}{y - 2}\). Thus, \(f^{-1}(x) = \frac{3x + 3}{x - 2}\). The domain of \(f^{-1}\) is the range of \(f\). The horizontal asymptote of \(f(x)\) is \(y = 2\), so the domain of \(f^{-1}(x)\) is \(x \in \mathbb{R}, x \neq 2\).
(ii) The graphs of a function and its inverse intersect along the line \(y = x\). Setting \(f(x) = x\): \(\frac{2x + 3}{x - 3} = x \implies 2x + 3 = x^2 - 3x \implies x^2 - 5x - 3 = 0\). Applying the quadratic formula: \(x = \frac{-(-5) \pm \sqrt{(-5)^2 - 4(1)(-3)}}{2} = \frac{5 \pm \sqrt{25 + 12}}{2} = \frac{5 \pm \sqrt{37}}{2}\). Since these points lie on \(y = x\), the coordinates of intersection are: \(\left(\frac{5 + \sqrt{37}}{2}, \frac{5 + \sqrt{37}}{2}\right)\) and \(\left(\frac{5 - \sqrt{37}}{2}, \frac{5 - \sqrt{37}}{2}\right)\).
**(a)** (i) R1: Reasoning that the vertical asymptote occurs when the denominator is zero to show \(b = 3\). (ii) M1: Substituting \(x = 4, y = 11\) and \(b = 3\) into the function. A1: Correctly solving to get \(a = 3\).
**(b)** (i) M1: Writing an equation swapping \(x\) and \(y\) (or rearranging \(y = f(x)\) to make \(x\) the subject). M1: Correct algebraic manipulation to isolate \(x\) or \(y\). A1: Correct inverse expression \(f^{-1}(x) = \frac{3x + 3}{x - 2}\). A1: Correctly stating the domain as \(x \neq 2\) (accept \(\mathbb{R} \setminus \{2\}\)). (ii) M1: Setting \(f(x) = x\) (or \(f(x) = f^{-1}(x)\)). A1: Correct quadratic equation \(x^2 - 5x - 3 = 0\). A1: Correctly stating both coordinates of intersection \(\left(\frac{5 \pm \sqrt{37}}{2}, \frac{5 \pm \sqrt{37}}{2}\right)\).
**(c)** (i) A1: Correct composite expression \(\frac{2\ln(x) + 3}{\ln(x) - 3}\). (ii) M1: Setting their composite function equal to \(3\). M1: Clearing the fraction correctly to obtain \(2\ln(x) + 3 = 3\ln(x) - 9\). A1: Correctly isolating \(\ln(x) = 12\). A1: Correct solution \(x = e^{12}\).
題目 3 · Extended-response
15 分
A discrete random variable \(X\) has the following probability distribution: \(P(X = 1) = k\) \(P(X = 2) = 2k\) \(P(X = 3) = 3k\) \(P(X = 4) = \frac{1}{4}\) \(P(X = 5) = \frac{1}{12}\) where \(k\) is a positive constant.
**(a)** Show that \(k = \frac{1}{9}\). [3 marks]
**(b)** Find \(E(X)\). [3 marks]
**(c)** Two independent observations of \(X\), say \(X_1\) and \(X_2\), are made. Find the probability that \(X_1 + X_2 = 5\). [4 marks]
**(d)** Given that \(X_1 + X_2 = 5\), find the conditional probability that \(X_1 \ge 3\). [5 marks]
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解題
**(a)** The sum of all probabilities in a probability distribution must equal 1: \(\sum P(X = x) = 1\) \(k + 2k + 3k + \frac{1}{4} + \frac{1}{12} = 1\) \(6k + \frac{3}{12} + \frac{1}{12} = 1\) \(6k + \frac{4}{12} = 1 \implies 6k + \frac{1}{3} = 1\) \(6k = \frac{2}{3} \implies k = \frac{2}{18} = \frac{1}{9}\).
**(b)** Using the formula for expectation \(E(X) = \sum x \cdot P(X = x)\): \(E(X) = 1(k) + 2(2k) + 3(3k) + 4\left(\frac{1}{4}\right) + 5\left(\frac{1}{12}\right)\) \(= k + 4k + 9k + 1 + \frac{5}{12}\) \(= 14k + \frac{17}{12}\). Substituting \(k = \frac{1}{9}\): \(E(X) = 14\left(\frac{1}{9}\right) + \frac{17}{12} = \frac{14}{9} + \frac{17}{12}\). Using a common denominator of 36: \(E(X) = \frac{14 \times 4}{36} + \frac{17 \times 3}{36} = \frac{56 + 51}{36} = \frac{107}{36}\).
**(c)** The possible independent pairs \((X_1, X_2)\) that sum to 5 are: \((1, 4)\), \((2, 3)\), \((3, 2)\), and \((4, 1)\). The probabilities of each outcome with \(k = \frac{1}{9}\) are: \(P(X = 1) = \frac{1}{9}\) \(P(X = 2) = \frac{2}{9}\) \(P(X = 3) = \frac{3}{9}\) \(P(X = 4) = \frac{1}{4}\) Calculating the individual joint probabilities: \(P(1, 4) = \frac{1}{9} \times \frac{1}{4} = \frac{1}{36}\) \(P(2, 3) = \frac{2}{9} \times \frac{3}{9} = \frac{6}{81} = \frac{2}{27}\) \(P(3, 2) = \frac{3}{9} \times \frac{2}{9} = \frac{6}{81} = \frac{2}{27}\) \(P(4, 1) = \frac{1}{4} \times \frac{1}{9} = \frac{1}{36}\). Summing these probabilities: \(P(X_1 + X_2 = 5) = 2 \times \frac{1}{36} + 2 \times \frac{2}{27} = \frac{1}{18} + \frac{4}{27}\). Using a common denominator of 54: \(P(X_1 + X_2 = 5) = \frac{3}{54} + \frac{8}{54} = \frac{11}{54}\).
**(d)** We seek the conditional probability: \(P(X_1 \ge 3 \mid X_1 + X_2 = 5) = \frac{P(X_1 \ge 3 \cap X_1 + X_2 = 5)}{P(X_1 + X_2 = 5)}\). The pairs from part (c) where \(X_1 \ge 3\) are \((3, 2)\) and \((4, 1)\). The sum of their probabilities is: \(P((3, 2) \cup (4, 1)) = P(3, 2) + P(4, 1) = \frac{2}{27} + \frac{1}{36}\). Using a common denominator of 108: \(P(3, 2) + P(4, 1) = \frac{8}{108} + \frac{3}{108} = \frac{11}{108}\). Now calculate the conditional probability: \(P(X_1 \ge 3 \mid X_1 + X_2 = 5) = \frac{\frac{11}{108}}{\frac{11}{54}} = \frac{11}{108} \times \frac{54}{11} = \frac{54}{108} = \frac{1}{2}\).
評分準則
**(a)** M1: Setting up equation where sum of all probabilities is equal to 1. A1: Correct simplification to \(6k + \frac{1}{3} = 1\) (or equivalent form). A1: Showing step-by-step resolution leading to \(k = \frac{1}{9}\).
**(b)** M1: Attempting to apply formula for expected value \(\sum x P(X = x)\). A1: Correct expression in terms of \(k\) (e.g., \(14k + \frac{17}{12}\)). A1: Correct final fraction \(\frac{107}{36}\).
**(c)** M1: Identifying the four valid pairs: \((1, 4)\), \((2, 3)\), \((3, 2)\), and \((4, 1)\). M1: Correct calculation of at least two individual joint probabilities (e.g. \(P(1, 4) = \frac{1}{36}\) and \(P(2, 3) = \frac{2}{27}\)). A1: Correctly adding the four joint probabilities. A1: Correct final simplified fraction \(\frac{11}{54}\).
**(d)** M1: Writing the correct formula for conditional probability. M1: Correctly identifying the favorable outcomes where \(X_1 \ge 3\) given the sum is 5, i.e., \((3, 2)\) and \((4, 1)\). A1: Calculating the joint probability for these favorable outcomes, \(\frac{11}{108}\) (or equivalent). M1: Substituting values into the conditional probability formula. A1: Correct final answer of \(\frac{1}{2}\) (or 0.5).
卷二 甲部
Answer all questions in the boxes provided. Graphic display calculator required. (Questions 1-6)
6 題目 · 34.98 分
題目 1 · Short-response
5.83 分
An arithmetic sequence has first term \(u_1 = 12\) and common difference \(d = 3.5\). A geometric sequence has first term \(v_1 = 4\) and common ratio \(r = 1.15\). Let \(S_{n,\text{arith}}\) be the sum of the first \(n\) terms of the arithmetic sequence, and \(S_{n,\text{geom}}\) be the sum of the first \(n\) terms of the geometric sequence. Find the least value of \(n\) such that \(S_{n,\text{geom}} > \)S_{n,\text{arith}}\).
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解題
The sum of the first \(n\) terms of the arithmetic sequence is: \(S_{n,\text{arith}} = \frac{n}{2} [2(12) + (n-1)(3.5)] = \frac{n}{2} [3.5n + 20.5]\). The sum of the first \(n\) terms of the geometric sequence is: \(S_{n,\text{geom}} = \frac{4(1.15^n - 1)}{1.15 - 1} = \frac{4(1.15^n - 1)}{0.15}\). We use a GDC to find the smallest integer \(n\) satisfying the inequality \(S_{n,\text{geom}} > S_{n,\text{arith}}\). For \(n = 30\): \(S_{30,\text{arith}} = 1882.5\) and \(S_{30,\text{geom}} \approx 1738.98\) (the condition is not met). For \(n = 31\): \(S_{31,\text{arith}} = 1999.5\) and \(S_{31,\text{geom}} \approx 2003.83\) (the condition is met). Thus, the least value of \(n\) is \(31\).
評分準則
M1: Attempt to write down formulas for \(S_{n,\text{arith}}\) and \(S_{n,\text{geom}}\). A1: Correct expression for \(S_{n,\text{arith}}\). A1: Correct expression for \(S_{n,\text{geom}}\). M1: Attempt to solve inequality using GDC (e.g., table or intersection search). A1: Correct comparison of values for \(n=30\) and \(n=31\). A1: Final answer \(n=31\).
題目 2 · Short-response
5.83 分
The temperature, \(T\), in \(^\circ\text{C}\) of a liquid in a cooling experiment is modeled by the function \(T(t) = a e^{-bt} + 18, \quad t \ge 0\), where \(t\) is the time in minutes after the start of the experiment, and \(a, b\) are positive constants. At \(t = 0\), the temperature of the liquid is \(85^\circ\text{C}\). (a) Find the value of \(a\). [1 mark] At \(t = 15\), the temperature of the liquid is \(41^\circ\text{C}\). (b) Find the value of \(b\). [2 marks] (c) Find the time \(t\) when the temperature of the liquid is decreasing at a rate of \(1.5^\circ\text{C}\) per minute. [3 marks]
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解題
(a) Since \(T(0) = 85\), we have \(a e^{0} + 18 = 85 \implies a + 18 = 85 \implies a = 67\). (b) Since \(T(15) = 41\), we have \(67 e^{-15b} + 18 = 41 \implies 67 e^{-15b} = 23 \implies e^{-15b} = \frac{23}{67} \implies -15b = \ln\left(\frac{23}{67}\right) \implies b \approx 0.0713\) (or \(0.07128...\)). (c) The rate of change of temperature is given by \(T'(t) = -67b e^{-bt}\). We set the rate of decrease to \(1.5\), which means \(-T'(t) = 1.5 \implies 67b e^{-bt} = 1.5\). Substituting \(b \approx 0.07128\) gives: \(67(0.07128) e^{-0.07128t} = 1.5 \implies e^{-0.07128t} \approx 0.3141 \implies -0.07128t \approx \ln(0.3141) \implies t \approx 16.2\text{ minutes}\).
評分準則
(a) A1: Correct value of \(a = 67\). (b) M1: Substitution of values to set up equation for \(b\). A1: Correct value of \(b \approx 0.0713\) (accept \(0.07128...\)). (c) M1: Differentiating to obtain \(T'(t)\). M1: Setting their \(-T'(t) = 1.5\) (or equivalent). A1: Correct value of \(t \approx 16.2\) (accept \(16.24...\)).
題目 3 · Short-response
5.83 分
A surveyor stands at point \(A\) and observes a tower \(T\) at a bearing of \(035^\circ\). They walk \(120\text{ m}\) in the direction \(110^\circ\) to a point \(B\). From \(B\), the bearing of the tower \(T\) is \(340^\circ\). (a) Find the angle \(\angle TAB\). [2 marks] (b) Find the distance from \(A\) to the tower \(T\). [2 marks] (c) The tower \(T\) has a height of \(h\text{ m}\). The angle of elevation from \(A\) to the top of the tower is \(18^\circ\). Find \(h\). [2 marks]
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解題
(a) The bearings from \(A\) are measured clockwise from North. \(\angle TAB = 110^\circ - 35^\circ = 75^\circ\). (b) The bearing of \(A\) from \(B\) is \(110^\circ + 180^\circ = 290^\circ\). The bearing of \(T\) from \(B\) is \(340^\circ\). Thus, the interior angle \(\angle TBA = 340^\circ - 290^\circ = 50^\circ\). The third angle in the triangle is \(\angle ATB = 180^\circ - (75^\circ + 50^\circ) = 55^\circ\). Using the Law of Sines: \(\frac{AT}{\sin(50^\circ)} = \frac{120}{\sin(55^\circ)} \implies AT = 120 \times \frac{\sin(50^\circ)}{\sin(55^\circ)} \approx 112.22\text{ m}\). So \(AT \approx 112\text{ m}\). (c) In the right-angled triangle representing the height, \(\tan(18^\circ) = \frac{h}{AT} \implies h = 112.22 \times \tan(18^\circ) \approx 36.46\text{ m}\). So \(h \approx 36.5\text{ m}\).
評分準則
(a) M1: Attempt to use given bearings. A1: Correct angle \(75^\circ\). (b) M1: Attempt to calculate interior angle at \(B\) (e.g. \(50^\circ\)) and third angle \(55^\circ\). A1: Correct application of Sine Rule leading to \(AT \approx 112\text{ m}\) (accept \(112.22...\)). (c) M1: Using right-angled trigonometry with \(AT\) and \(18^\circ\). A1: Correct height \(h \approx 36.5\text{ m}\) (accept \(36.46...\)).
題目 4 · Short-response
5.83 分
The masses of bags of flour produced by a factory are normally distributed with mean \(\mu\) and standard deviation \(\sigma = 12\text{ grams}\). It is found that 8% of the bags have a mass less than \(980\text{ grams}\). (a) Find the value of \(\mu\). [3 marks] (b) A bag is selected at random. Find the probability that its mass is between \(995\text{ grams}\) and \(1015\text{ grams}\). [3 marks]
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解題
(a) Let \(X \sim N(\mu, 12^2)\). We are given \(P(X < 980) = 0.08\). Standardizing gives \(P\left(Z < \frac{980 - \mu}{12}\right) = 0.08\). Using inverse normal: \(\frac{980 - \mu}{12} \approx -1.4051 \implies 980 - \mu \approx -16.86 \implies \mu \approx 996.86\text{ grams}\). To 3 significant figures, \(\mu \approx 997\text{ grams}\). (b) We seek \(P(995 < X < 1015)\) with \(\mu = 996.86\) and \(\sigma = 12\). Using the GDC normalCDF tool: \(P(995 < X < 1015) \approx 0.496\) (or \(0.4963\)).
評分準則
(a) M1: Attempt to standardize. M1: Finding the standard z-score \(-1.4051\). A1: Correct mean \(\mu \approx 997\) (accept \(996.86...\)). (b) M1: Formulating correct probability statement. M1: Use of GDC normalCDF function with correct parameters. A1: Correct probability \(\approx 0.496\) (accept answers in range \([0.495, 0.497]\) depending on rounding).
題目 5 · Short-response
5.83 分
Let \(f(x) = \ln(x^2 + 1)\) and \(g(x) = \cos(x) + 0.5x\), for \(0 \le x \le 5\). The graphs of \(f\) and \(g\) intersect at a point \(P\). (a) Find the \(x\)-coordinate of \(P\). [2 marks] (b) Find the area of the region enclosed by the graphs of \(f\), \(g\), and the \(y\)-axis. [4 marks]
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解題
(a) Setting \(f(x) = g(x)\) gives \(\ln(x^2 + 1) = \cos(x) + 0.5x\). Using GDC solver in the interval \([0, 5]\), we obtain the intersection point \(x \approx 1.2492\) (or \(1.25\) to 3 s.f.). (b) The region is bounded on the left by the \(y\)-axis (\(x = 0\)) and on the right by \(x \approx 1.2492\). Since \(g(x) \ge f(x)\) on \([0, 1.2492]\), the area is given by \(A = \int_{0}^{1.2492} (g(x) - f(x)) \, dx = \int_{0}^{1.2492} (\cos(x) + 0.5x - \ln(x^2 + 1)) \, dx\). Evaluating this using GDC numerical integration yields \(A \approx 0.871\).
評分準則
(a) M1: Writing equation \(f(x) = g(x)\). A1: Correct \(x\)-coordinate of \(1.25\) (accept \(1.2492...\)). (b) M1: Formulating correct integral for the area. A1: Correct limits and integrand. M1: Using numerical integration on a GDC. A1: Correct area of \(0.871\) (accept \(0.8708...\)).
題目 6 · Short-response
5.83 分
A student is investigating the relationship between the distance from a light source, \(d\) in meters, and the intensity of light, \(I\) in lux. The following table shows their measurements:
The student decides to model the relationship using a power model of the form \(I = a d^b\), which can be linearized as \(\ln I = \ln a + b \ln d\). (a) Find the equation of the regression line of \(\ln I\) on \(\ln d\) in the form \(\ln I = m \ln d + c\). [3 marks] (b) Hence, find the value of \(a\) and of \(b\). [2 marks] (c) Predict the intensity of light when the distance is \(2.8\text{ m}\). [1 mark]
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解題
(a) We first compute the natural logarithm values for both variables: \(\ln d \in \{0, 0.4055, 0.6931, 0.9163, 1.0986, 1.2528, 1.3863\}\) and \(\ln I \in \{6.0403, 5.2204, 4.7005, 4.2195, 3.8067, 3.5264, 3.2581\}\). Performing linear regression of \(\ln I\) on \(\ln d\) on a GDC yields the equation: \(\ln I = -2.0135 \ln d + 6.0507\). Rounding coefficients to 3 s.f.: \(\ln I = -2.01 \ln d + 6.05\). (b) Comparing to the theoretical linearized formula: \(b = m \approx -2.01\) and \(\ln a = c = 6.0507 \implies a = e^{6.0507} \approx 424\). (c) When \(d = 2.8\), \(I = 424 \times 2.8^{-2.01} \approx 53.4\text{ lux}\).
評分準則
(a) M1: Attempt to compute logarithm values. M1: Linear regression setup on GDC. A1: Correct equation with 3 s.f. coefficients: \(\ln I = -2.01 \ln d + 6.05\). (b) A1: Correct value of \(b \approx -2.01\). A1: Correct value of \(a \approx 424\) (accept range \([422, 426]\)). (c) A1: Correct predicted value \(I \approx 53.4\text{ lux}\) (accept range \([53.0, 54.0]\)).
卷二 乙部
Answer all questions in the answer booklet. Graphic display calculator required. (Questions 7-9)
3 題目 · 45 分
題目 1 · Extended-response
15 分
A wind turbine has three blades of length \(45\text{ m}\), mounted on a tower. The center of rotation of the blades is at a height of \(80\text{ m}\) above the ground. The blades rotate counterclockwise at a constant rate of \(12\) revolutions per minute.
Let the height of the tip of one of the blades, blade \(A\), above the ground be modeled by \(h(t) = a \cos(bt) + d\), where \(t\) is the time in seconds. At \(t = 0\), blade \(A\) is at its highest point.
(a) Find the values of \(a\), \(b\), and \(d\). [4]
(b) Find the first two times \(t > 0\) when the tip of blade \(A\) is at a height of \(100\text{ m}\) above the ground. [4]
A second wind turbine is located nearby. The height of the tip of one of its blades, blade \(B\), is modeled by
\[g(t) = 75 - 40 \cos\left(\frac{2\pi}{5} t - \frac{\pi}{3}\right)\]
for \(t \ge 0\).
(c) Find the first two times \(t > 0\) at which the absolute difference in height between the tip of blade \(A\) and the tip of blade \(B\) is a maximum. [4]
(d) Find the total amount of time in the first \(10\) seconds during which the tip of blade \(A\) is higher than the tip of blade \(B\). [3]
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解題
(a) The maximum height is \(80 + 45 = 125\text{ m}\). The minimum height is \(80 - 45 = 35\text{ m}\). Thus, the amplitude \(a = 45\) and the vertical shift \(d = 80\).
Since the blades rotate at \(12\) revolutions per minute, the time for one revolution (the period \(T\)) is: \[T = \frac{60}{12} = 5\text{ seconds}\]
Using the symmetry of the cosine function (or the period \(T = 5\)): \[t_2 = 5 - t_1 \approx 4.12\text{ seconds}\]
(c) The difference in height is given by \(D(t) = |h(t) - g(t)|\). Using a graphic display calculator to plot \(y = |h(t) - g(t)|\) over the interval \(t \in [0, 10]\), we locate the maximum points.
The first maximum occurs at \(t \approx 0.389\text{ seconds}\). Since both models have a period of \(5\) seconds, the difference function also has a period of \(5\) seconds. Therefore, the second maximum occurs at: \[t \approx 0.389 + 5 = 5.39\text{ seconds}\]
(d) We want to find the total time in \([0, 10]\) for which \(h(t) > g(t)\). We first find the intersection points where \(h(t) = g(t)\) in the first cycle \([0, 5]\): \[t \approx 1.693\text{ s}\quad \text{and} \quad t \approx 4.085\text{ s}\]
Thus, during the first cycle of \(5\) seconds, \(h(t) > g(t)\) on the intervals: \[[0, 1.693) \quad \text{and} \quad (4.085, 5]\]
The duration in the first cycle is: \[1.693 + (5 - 4.085) = 2.608\text{ seconds}\]
Since the behavior repeats every \(5\) seconds, the total time in the first \(10\) seconds is: \[2 \times 2.608 = 5.216 \approx 5.22\text{ seconds}\]
評分準則
(a) - M1 for identifying amplitude \(a = 45\) - M1 for identifying vertical translation \(d = 80\) - A1 for identifying period \(T = 5\) - A1 for obtaining \(b = \frac{2\pi}{5}\) (or \(1.26\))
(b) - M1 for setting up the equation \(45 \cos\left(\frac{2\pi}{5}t\right) + 80 = 100\) - A1 for finding the first solution \(t_1 \approx 0.883\) - M1 for using symmetry or period (e.g., \(5 - t_1\)) - A1 for finding the second solution \(t_2 \approx 4.12\)
(c) - M1 for defining the difference function \(D(t) = |h(t) - g(t)|\) - M1 for using GDC to find a maximum of the function - A1 for the first time \(t_1 \approx 0.389\) - A1 for the second time \(t_2 \approx 5.39\)
(d) - M1 for finding the critical boundary intersection values \(t \approx 1.69\) and \(t \approx 4.09\) - M1 for determining the time interval length in one period: \(1.693 + (5 - 4.085) = 2.608\) - A1 for the final answer \(5.22\) (accept \(5.21\) to \(5.23\))
題目 2 · Extended-response
15 分
An agricultural cooperative packs apples. The weights of the apples, \(W\), are normally distributed with a mean of \(150\text{ grams}\) and a standard deviation of \(12\text{ grams}\).
(a) An apple is selected at random. Find the probability that its weight is: (i) less than \(135\text{ grams}\); (ii) between \(140\text{ and } 165\text{ grams}\). [3]
(b) Apples that weigh less than \(130\text{ grams}\) are classified as "small". Apples that weigh more than \(k\text{ grams}\) are classified as "large". Given that \(15\%\) of the apples are classified as "large", find the value of \(k\). [3]
(c) A box of apples contains \(20\) randomly selected apples. Find the probability that: (i) exactly \(3\) apples are small; (ii) at least \(2\) apples are small. [4]
(d) The cooperative offers a "Premium Pack" consisting of \(5\) large apples. To obtain these \(5\) large apples, an inspector tests apples one by one until they find \(5\) large ones. Find the probability that the inspector must test exactly \(8\) apples. [3]
(e) Given that an apple is NOT small, find the probability that it weighs more than \(160\text{ grams}\). [2]
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解題
(a) Let \(W \sim N(150, 12^2)\). (i) Using the GDC: \[P(W < 135) \approx 0.1056 \approx 0.106\] (ii) Using the GDC: \[P(140 < W < 165) \approx 0.6919 \approx 0.692\]
(b) We are given \(P(W > k) = 0.15\), which means \(P(W \le k) = 0.85\). Using the inverse normal function on the GDC with \(\mu = 150\) and \(\sigma = 12\): \[k \approx 162.437 \approx 162\text{ grams}\]
(c) First, we find the probability of a small apple, \(p_{\text{small}}\): \[p_{\text{small}} = P(W < 130) \approx 0.04779\]
Let \(X\) be the number of small apples in a box of \(20\). \[X \sim B(20, 0.04779)\]
(i) Using the binomial probability formula or GDC: \[P(X = 3) = \binom{20}{3} (0.04779)^3 (1-0.04779)^{17} \approx 0.05393 \approx 0.0539\]
(ii) We need \(P(X \ge 2) = 1 - P(X \le 1)\): Using the binomial cumulative distribution function on the GDC: \[P(X \le 1) \approx 0.7533\] \[P(X \ge 2) = 1 - 0.7533 = 0.2467 \approx 0.247\]
(d) For the 8th tested apple to be the 5th large apple, there must be exactly 4 large apples in the first 7 tested apples, and the 8th tested apple must be large.
Let \(Y\) be the number of large apples in the first 7 trials. \[Y \sim B(7, 0.15)\] \[P(Y = 4) = \binom{7}{4} (0.15)^4 (0.85)^3 \approx 0.01088\]
Multiplying by the probability that the 8th apple is large: \[P(\text{exactly 8 tested}) = 0.01088 \times 0.15 \approx 0.001632 \approx 0.00163\]
(e) We want the conditional probability \(P(W > 160 \mid W \ge 130)\): \[P(W > 160 \mid W \ge 130) = \frac{P(W > 160 \cap W \ge 130)}{P(W \ge 130)} = \frac{P(W > 160)}{P(W \ge 130)}\]
Using the GDC: \[P(W > 160) \approx 0.20233\] \[P(W \ge 130) = 1 - 0.04779 = 0.95221\]
(a) - A1 for \(P(W < 135) \approx 0.106\) - M1 for setting up \(P(140 < W < 165)\) - A1 for \(P(140 < W < 165) \approx 0.692\)
(b) - M1 for writing \(P(W > k) = 0.15\) (or equivalent) - M1 for setting up the inverse normal equation - A1 for \(k \approx 162\) (accept \(162.4\))
(c) - A1 for finding \(p_{\text{small}} \approx 0.0478\) - A1 for \(P(X = 3) \approx 0.0539\) - M1 for recognizing the complement rule: \(1 - P(X \le 1)\) - A1 for \(P(X \ge 2) \approx 0.247\)
(d) - M1 for recognizing a negative binomial situation (requiring 4 large in 7 trials) - M1 for calculating \(\binom{7}{4} (0.15)^4 (0.85)^3 \times 0.15\) (or equivalent) - A1 for \(0.00163\)
(e) - M1 for setting up the conditional probability fraction: \(\frac{P(W > 160)}{P(W \ge 130)}\) - A1 for \(0.212\)
題目 3 · Extended-response
15 分
A company designs a cylindrical metal container with a hemispherical lid on top.
Let \(r\text{ cm}\) be the radius of the cylinder and the hemispherical lid, and let \(h\text{ cm}\) be the height of the cylinder. The volume of the container is fixed at \(500\text{ cm}^3\).
(a) Express \(h\) in terms of \(r\). [2]
The total surface area of the container, \(S\text{ cm}^2\), consists of the flat circular base, the curved surface of the cylinder, and the curved surface of the hemisphere. (Note: the curved surface area of a hemisphere is \(2\pi r^2\)).
(b) Show that \(S(r) = \frac{5}{3}\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r}\). [4]
(c) Find \(S'(r)\). [2]
(d) Find the value of \(r\) that minimizes the total surface area, and show that this value indeed yields a minimum surface area. [4]
(e) The cost of materials is \(\$0.05\text{ per cm}^2\) for the base and cylindrical wall, but \(\$0.08\text{ per cm}^2\) for the hemispherical lid. Find the radius \(r\) that minimizes the total cost of the container, and state this minimum cost. [3]
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解題
(a) The volume \(V\) of the container is the sum of the volumes of the cylinder and the hemisphere: \[V = \pi r^2 h + \frac{2}{3} \pi r^3\]
(b) The total surface area is given by: \[S = \text{Area of base} + \text{Area of cylinder wall} + \text{Area of hemisphere}\] \[S = \pi r^2 + 2\pi r h + 2\pi r^2 = 3\pi r^2 + 2\pi r h\]
Substitute the expression for \(h\) from part (a): \[S = 3\pi r^2 + 2\pi r \left(\frac{500}{\pi r^2} - \frac{2}{3} r\right)\] \[S = 3\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r} - \frac{4}{3}\pi r^2\] \[S = \left(3 - \frac{4}{3}\right)\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r}\] \[S = \frac{5}{3}\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r}\]
(d) To minimize surface area, we set \(S'(r) = 0\): \[\frac{10}{3}\pi r = \frac{1000}{r^2}\] \[r^3 = \frac{300}{\pi} \approx 95.493\] \[r = \sqrt[3]{\frac{300}{\pi}} \approx 4.57\text{ cm}\]
To show this is a minimum, we find the second derivative: \[S''(r) = \frac{10}{3}\pi + \frac{2000}{r^3}\] For \(r > 0\), both terms in \(S''(r)\) are positive, hence \(S''(4.57) > 0\), which confirms a minimum.
(e) The total cost \(C(r)\) in dollars is given by: \[C(r) = 0.05 \left(\text{Area of base} + \text{Area of cylinder wall}\right) + 0.08 \left(\text{Area of hemisphere}\right)\] \[C(r) = 0.05 \left(\pi r^2 + 2\pi r h\right) + 0.08 \left(2\pi r^2\right)\] \[C(r) = 0.05 \left(\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r} - \frac{4}{3}\pi r^2\right) + 0.16\pi r^2\] \[C(r) = 0.05 \left(-\frac{1}{3}\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r}\right) + 0.16\pi r^2\] \[C(r) = \left(0.16 - \frac{0.05}{3}\right)\pi r^2 + \frac{50}{r}\] \[C(r) = \frac{0.43}{3}\pi r^2 + \frac{50}{r}\]
Using GDC to find the minimum of \(C(r)\): \[C'(r) = \frac{0.86}{3}\pi r - \frac{50}{r^2} = 0\] \[r = \sqrt[3]{\frac{150}{0.86\pi}} \approx 3.81\text{ cm}\]
The minimum cost is: \[C(3.81) \approx \frac{0.43}{3}\pi(3.8149)^2 + \frac{50}{3.8149} \approx 19.7\text{ dollars}\]
評分準則
(a) - M1 for setting up volume equation \(V = \pi r^2 h + \frac{2}{3} \pi r^3 = 500\) - A1 for making \(h\) the subject: \(h = \frac{500}{\pi r^2} - \frac{2}{3} r\)
(b) - M1 for writing down correct components of area: \(S = \pi r^2 + 2 \pi r h + 2\pi r^2\) - M1 for substituting the expression for \(h\) - A1 for correct algebraic expansion \(S = 3\pi r^2 + \frac{1000}{r} - \frac{4}{3}\pi r^2\) - AG for clearly reaching the given expression
(c) - A1 for \(\frac{10}{3}\pi r\) - A1 for \(-\frac{1000}{r^2}\)
(d) - M1 for setting \(S'(r) = 0\) - A1 for \(r \approx 4.57\text{ cm}\) - M1 for finding second derivative \(S''(r) = \frac{10}{3}\pi + \frac{2000}{r^3}\) - A1 for stating \(S''(r) > 0\) (or evaluating at \(r \approx 4.57\)) and concluding it is a minimum
(e) - M1 for setting up the correct cost function \(C(r) = \frac{0.43}{3}\pi r^2 + \frac{50}{r}\) (or unsimplified form) - A1 for finding the radius \(r \approx 3.81\text{ cm}\) - A1 for the minimum cost of \(19.7\) (accept \(19.66\))
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