MS Guía de estudio detallada MAI 10 grado

junio 2024. Mr. De Moya. [268 marks]

1. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.11

Helen is building a cabin using cylindrical logs of length 2.4 m and radius 8.4 cm. A wedge is cut
from one log and the cross-section of this log is illustrated in the following diagram.

Find the volume of this log.

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volume = 240 (𝜋 × 8.42 − × 8.42 × 0.872664 … ) M1M1M1 Note: Award M1
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240 × area, award M1 for correctly substituting area sector formula, award M1 for
subtraction of their area of the sector from area of circle. = 45800 (=
45811.96071) A1 [4 marks]

2. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.14

Ollie has installed security lights on the side of his house that are activated by a sensor. The
sensor is located at point C directly above point D. The area covered by the sensor is shown by

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the shaded region enclosed by triangle ABC. The distance from A to B is 4.5 m and the distance
from B to C is 6 m. Angle AĈB is 15°.

(a) Find CÂB.

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∧
sin CAB sin 15∘
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= 4.5 (M1)(A1)
CÂB = 20.2º (20.187415…) A1 Note: Award (M1) for substituted sine rule
formula and award (A1) for correct substitutions. [3 marks]

(b) Point B on the ground is 5 m from point E at the entrance to Ollie’s house. He is 1.8 m tall
and is standing at point D, below the sensor. He walks towards point B.

Find the distance Ollie is from the entrance to his house when he first activates the sensor.

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∧
CBD = 20.2 + 15 = 35.2∘ A1
(let X be the point on BD where Ollie activates the sensor)
1.8
tan 35.18741 …∘ = BX (M1)

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 ∧
Note: Award A1 for their correct angle CBD. Award M1 for correctly substituted
trigonometric formula.
BX = 2.55285 … A1
5 − 2.55285 … (M1)
= 2.45 (m) (2.44714…) A1 [5 marks]

3. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.2

The Osaka Tigers basketball team play in a multilevel stadium.

The most expensive tickets are in the first row. The ticket price, in Yen (¥), for each row forms an
arithmetic sequence. Prices for the first three rows are shown in the following table.

(a) Write down the value of the common difference, 𝑑

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 (𝑑 =) − 250 A1
[1 mark]

(b) Calculate the price of a ticket in the 16th row.

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(𝑢16 =)6800 + (16 − 1)(−250) M1

(¥)3050 A1 [2 marks]

(c) Find the total cost of buying 2 tickets in each of the first 16 rows.

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(𝑆16 =) ( ) (2 × 6800 + (16 − 1)(− 250)) × 2 M1M1
2
Note: Award M1 for correct substitution into arithmetic series formula.
Award M1 for multiplication by 2 seen. OR
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(𝑆16 =) ( ) (6800 + 3050) × 2
2
M1M1
Note: Award M1 for correct substitution into arithmetic series formula.
Award M1 for multiplication by 2 seen. (¥)158 000 (157 600) A1 [3 marks]

4. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.5

Professor Vinculum investigated the migration season of the Bulbul bird from their
natural wetlands to a warmer climate.

He found that during the migration season their population, 𝑃 could be modelled by 𝑃 = 1350 +
400(1.25)−𝑡 , 𝑡 ≥ 0 , where 𝑡 is the number of days since the start of the migration season.

(a) Find the population of the Bulbul birds at the start of the migration season.

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1750 A1 [1 mark]

(b) Find the population of the Bulbul birds after 5 days.

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 1350 + 400 (1.25)−5 (M1)
= 1480 A1 Note: Accept 1481. [2 marks]

(c) Calculate the time taken for the population to decrease below 1400.

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1400 = 1350 + 400(1.25)−𝑡 (M1)

9.32 (days (9.31885…) (days)) A1 [2 marks]

(d) According to this model, find the smallest possible population of Bulbul birds during
the migration season.

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1350 A1
Note: Accept 1351 as a valid interpretation of the model as 𝑃 = 1350 is an
asymptote.
[1 mark]

5. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.8

The intensity level of sound, 𝐿 measured in decibels (dB), is a function of the sound intensity, 𝑆
watts per square metre (W m−2). The intensity level is given by the following formula.

𝐿 = 10 log10 (𝑆 × 1012 ), 𝑆 ≥ 0.

(a) An orchestra has a sound intensity of 6.4 × 10 −3 W m−2 . Calculate the intensity level, 𝐿 of the
orchestra.

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10 log10 (6.4 × 10−3 × 1012 ) (M1)

= 98.1(dB) (98.06179…) A1 [2 marks]

(b) A rock concert has an intensity level of 112 dB. Find the sound intensity, 𝑆.

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 112 = 10 log10 (𝑆 × 1012 ) (M1)
0.158 (W m−2) (0.158489… (W m−2)) A1 [2 marks]

6. SPM.2.SL.TZ0.1

In this question, give all answers to two decimal places.

Bryan decides to purchase a new car with a price of €14 000, but cannot afford the full amount.
The car dealership offers two options to finance a loan.

Finance option A:

A 6 year loan at a nominal annual interest rate of 14 % compounded quarterly. No deposit

required and repayments are made each quarter.

Finance option B:

A 6 year loan at a nominal annual interest rate of 𝑟 % compounded monthly. Terms of the loan
require a 10 % deposit and monthly repayments of €250.

(a) Find the repayment made each quarter.

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N = 24
I % = 14
PV = −14000
FV = 0
P/Y = 4
C/Y = 4 (M1)(A1) Note: Award M1 for an attempt to use a financial app in
their technology, award A1 for all entries correct. Accept PV = 14000.
(€)871.82 A1 [3 marks]

(b) Find the total amount paid for the car.

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4 × 6 × 871.82 (M1) (€) 20923.68 A1 [2 marks]

(c) Find the interest paid on the loan.

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 20923.68 − 14000 (M1) (€) 6923.68 A1 [2 marks]

(d) Find the amount to be borrowed for this option.

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0.9 × 14000 (= 14000 − 0.10 × 14000) M1 (€) 12600.00 A1 [2 marks]

(e) Find the annual interest rate, 𝑟.

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N = 72 PV = 12600 PMT = −250 FV = 0 P/Y = 12 C/Y = 12 (M1)(A1) Note:

Award M1 for an attempt to use a financial app in their technology, award A1 for
all entries correct. Accept PV = −12600 provided PMT = 250. 12.56(%) A1
[3 marks]

(f) State which option Bryan should choose. Justify your answer.

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EITHER Bryan should choose Option A A1 no deposit is required R1

Note: Award R1 for stating that no deposit is required. Award A1 for the correct
choice from that fact. Do not award R0A1. OR Bryan should choose Option
B A1 cost of Option A (6923.69) > cost of Option B (72 × 250 − 12600 =
5400) R1 Note: Award R1 for a correct comparison of costs. Award A1 for the
correct choice from that comparison. Do not award R0A1. [2 marks]

(g) Bryan’s car depreciates at an annual rate of 25 % per year.

Find the value of Bryan’s car six years after it is purchased.

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25 6
14 000 (1 − 100) (M1)(A1)
Note: Award M1 for substitution into compound interest formula.
Award A1 for correct substitutions. = (€)2491.70 A1 OR N = 6 I% = −25 PV =

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 ±14 000 P/Y = 1 C/Y = 1 (A1)(M1) Note: Award A1 for PV = ±14 000, M1 for
other entries correct. (€)2491.70 A1 [3 marks]

7. EXN.1.SL.TZ0.11

A farmer owns a triangular field ABC. The length of side [AB] is 85 m and side [AC] is
110 m. The angle between these two sides is 55∘ .

(a) Find the area of the field.

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* This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior

examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA
course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam
papers.
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Area = 2 × 110 × 85 × sin 55∘ (M1)(A1) =
2
3830 (3829.53 … ) m A1 Note: units must be given for the final A1 to be
awarded. [3 marks]

(b) The farmer would like to divide the field into two equal parts by constructing a straight fence
from A to a point D on [BC].

Find BD. Fully justify any assumptions you make.

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BC = 1102 + 852 − 2 × 110 × 85 × cos 55∘ (M1)A1 BC =
92.7 (92.7314 … ) (m) A1 METHOD 1 Because the height and area of each
triangle are equal they must have the same length base R1 D must be
92.731…
placed half-way along BC A1 BD = ≈ 46.4 (m) A1 Note: the
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final two marks are dependent on the R1 being awarded. METHOD 2 Let CB ̂A =
sin 𝜃 sin 55∘ 1
𝜃∘ 110
= 92.731… M1 ⇒ 𝜃 = 76.3∘ (76.3354 … ) Use of area formula 2 × 85 ×
3829.53…
BD × sin(76.33 … ∘ ) = 2
A1 BD = 46.4 (46.365 … ) (m) A1 [6
marks]

8. EXN.1.SL.TZ0.2

A factory produces engraved gold disks. The cost 𝐶 of the disks is directly proportional to
the cube of the radius 𝑟 of the disk.

A disk with a radius of 0.8 cm costs 375 US dollars (USD).

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 (a) Find an equation which links 𝐶 and 𝑟.

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* This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior

examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA
course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam
papers.
𝐶 = 𝑘𝑟 3 (M1) 375 = 𝑘 × 0.83 ⇒ 𝑘 = 732 (732.421 … ) (M1) 𝐶 =
3
732𝑟 A1 [3 marks]

(b) Find, to the nearest USD, the cost of disk that has a radius of 1.1 cm.

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𝐶 = 732.42 … × 1.13 (M1) 𝐶 = $975 (974.853 … ) A1 Note: accept $974

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from use of 𝐶 = 732𝑟 . [2 marks]

9. EXN.1.SL.TZ0.5

The 𝑝𝐻 of a solution is given by the formula 𝑝𝐻 = −log10 𝐶 where 𝐶 is the hydrogen

ion concentration in a solution, measured in moles per litre (Ml−1 ).

(a) Find the 𝑝𝐻 value for a solution in which the hydrogen ion concentration is 5.2 × 10−8 .

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* This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior

examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA
course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam
papers.
𝑝𝐻 = −log10 (5.2 × 10−8 ) = 7.29 (7.28399 … ) (M1)A1 [2 marks]

(b) Write an expression for 𝐶 in terms of 𝑝𝐻.

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𝐶 = 10−𝑝𝐻 (M1)A1 Note: Award M1 for an exponential equation with 10 as the

base. [2 marks]

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 (c) Find the hydrogen ion concentration in a solution with 𝑝𝐻 4.2. Give your answer in the form
𝑎 × 10𝑘 where 1 ≤ 𝑎 < 10 and 𝑘 is an integer.

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𝐶 = 10−4.2 = 6.30957 … × 10−5 (M1) 6.31 × 10−5 A1 [2 marks]

10. EXN.1.SL.TZ0.9

Sophia pays $200 into a bank account at the end of each month. The annual interest paid
on money in the account is 3.1% which is compounded monthly.

The average rate of inflation per year over the 5 years was 2%.

(a) Find the value of her investment after a period of 5 years.

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* This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior

examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA
course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam
papers.
Number of time periods 12 × 5 = 60 (A1) N = 60
I% = 3.1
PV = 0
PMT = 200
P/Y = 12
C/Y = 12
Value ($)12,961.91 (M1)A1 [3 marks]

(b) Find an approximation for the real interest rate for the money invested in the account.

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METHOD 1 Real interest rate = 3.1 − 2.0 = 1.1% (M1)A1 METHOD 2

1+0.031
1+0.02
= 1.01078 … (M1) 1.08% (accept 1.1%) A1 [2 marks]

(c) Hence find the real value of Sophia’s investment at the end of 5 years.

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 N = 60
I% = 1.1
PV = 0
PMT = 200
P/Y = 12
C/Y = 12
($)12,300 (12,330.33 … ) (M1)A1 Note: Award A1 for $12,300 only. [2
marks]

11. EXN.1.SL.TZ0.6

The size of the population (𝑃 ) of migrating birds in a particular town can be

approximately modelled by the equation 𝑃 = 𝑎 sin(𝑏𝑡) + 𝑐, 𝑎, 𝑏, 𝑐 ∈ ℝ+ , where 𝑡 is measured in
months from the time of the initial measurements.

In a 12 month period the maximum population is 2600 and occurs when 𝑡 = 3 and the minimum
population is 800 and occurs when 𝑡 = 9.

This information is shown on the graph below.

(a.i) Find the value of 𝑎.

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 * This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior
examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA
course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam
papers.
2600−800
2
= 900 (M1)A1 [2 marks]

(a.ii) Find the value of 𝑏.

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360 2𝜋
12
= 30 (M1)A1 Note: Accept 12 = 0.524 (0.523598 … ). [2 marks]

(a.iii) Find the value of 𝑐.

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2600+800
= 1700 A1 [1 mark]
2

(b) Find the value of 𝑡 at which the population first reaches 2200.

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Solve 900 sin(30𝑡) + 1700 = 2200 (M1) 𝑡 = 1.12 (1.12496 … ) A1 [2

marks]

12. 23N.1.SL.TZ1.6

Consider the following function:

2 1
ℎ (𝑥 ) = + 2, for 𝑥 > 1.
√𝑥−1

(a) Find ℎ −1 (1).

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setting ℎ(𝑥) = 1 (M1) (ℎ −1 (1) =)17 A1

[2 marks]

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 (b) Find the domain of ℎ −1 (𝑥).

[2]

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1 1
𝑥>2 A1A1 Note: Award A1 for 2 seen, A1 for completely correct
answer.
[2 marks]

13. 23M.1.SL.TZ2.11
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Consider 𝑓 (𝑥) = 3𝑥 2 − 𝑥 , 𝑥 ≠ 0. The graph of 𝑓 for 0 < 𝑥 ≤ 5 is shown on the following axes.

(a.i) Sketch the graph of 𝑓, for −5 ≤ 𝑥 < 0, on the same axes.

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 A1A1A1
Note: Award A1 for correct shape (curve must be smooth) in the second
quadrant only, A1 for asymptotic behaviour, A1 for minimum point in
approximately correct position AND left-most point around (−5, 76) (allow a
tolerance of half a square for these two points). [3 marks]

(a.ii) Write down the 𝑥-coordinate of the local minimum point.

[1]

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−0.941 (−0.941035 … ) A1 [1 mark]

(b) Use your graphic display calculator to find the solutions to the equation 𝑓 (𝑥) = 20.

[2]

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 −2.45 (−2.44651 … ), −0.252 (−0.252412), 2.70 (2.69892 … ) A2 Note:
Award A2 for all three correct, A1 for two correct and A0 otherwise. Award at
most A1 if additional solutions are seen. Award A1A0 for a final answer given as
coordinates (−2.45, 20), (−0.252, 20), (2.70, 20) or (2.7, 20). Award A1A0 for
three correct answers given in 2 sf. [2 marks]

(c) Write down the equation of the vertical asymptote for the graph of 𝑓.

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𝑥=0 A1 [1 mark]

14. 22M.1.SL.TZ2.9

The graph below shows the average savings, 𝑆 thousand dollars, of a group of
university graduates as a function of 𝑡, the number of years after graduating from university.

(a) Write down one feature of this graph which suggests a cubic function might be appropriate to
model this scenario.

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Accept any one of the following (or equivalent):

one minimum and one maximum point
three 𝑥-intercepts or three roots (or zeroes)
one point of inflexion R1

Note: Do not accept “S shape” as a justification.

[1 mark]

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The equation of the model can be expressed in the form 𝑆 = 𝑎𝑡 3 + 𝑏𝑡 2 + 𝑐𝑡 + 𝑑, where
𝑎, 𝑏, 𝑐 and 𝑑 are real constants.

The graph of the model must pass through the following four points.

(b.i) Write down the value of 𝑑.

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(𝑑 =) − 5 A1

[1 mark]

(b.ii) Write down three simultaneous equations for 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐.

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8=𝑎+𝑏+𝑐
4 = 8𝑎 + 4𝑏 + 2𝑐
0 = 27𝑎 + 9𝑏 + 3𝑐 A2

Note: Award A2 if all three equations are correct.

Award A1 if at least one is correct. Award A1 for three correct equations that
include the letter “𝑑”.

[2 marks]

(b.iii) Hence, or otherwise, find the values of 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐.

[1]

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𝑎 = 2, 𝑏 = −12, 𝑐 = 18 A1

[1 mark]

A negative value of 𝑆 indicates that a graduate is expected to be in debt.

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 (c) Use the model to determine the total length of time, in years, for which a graduate
is expected to be in debt after graduating from university.

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equating found expression to zero (M1)

3 2
0 = 2𝑡 − 12𝑡 + 18𝑡 − 5
𝑡 = 0.358216 … , 1.83174 … , 3.81003 … (A1)
(so total time in debt is 3.81003 … − 1.83174 … + 0.358216 ≈)
2.34 (2.33650 … ) years A1

[3 marks]

15. 22M.2.SL.TZ1.1

Boris recorded the number of daylight hours on the first day of each month in a northern
hemisphere town.

This data was plotted onto a scatter diagram. The points were then joined by a smooth curve,
with minimum point (0, 8) and maximum point (6, 16) as shown in the following diagram.

Let the curve in the diagram be 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑡), where 𝑡 is the time, measured in months, since Boris
first recorded these values.

Boris thinks that 𝑓(𝑡) might be modelled by a quadratic function.

(a) Write down one reason why a quadratic function would not be a good model for the number
of hours of daylight per day, across a number of years.

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 Markscheme

EITHER
annual cycle for daylight length R1
OR
there is a minimum length for daylight (cannot be negative) R1
OR
a quadratic could not have a maximum and a minimum or equivalent R1

Note: Do not accept “Paula's model is better”.

[1 mark]

Paula thinks that a better model is 𝑓 (𝑡) = 𝑎 cos(𝑏𝑡) + 𝑑, 𝑡 ≥ 0, for specific values of 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑑.

For Paula’s model, use the diagram to write down

(b.i) the amplitude.

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4 A1

[1 mark]

(b.ii) the period.

[1]

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12 A1

[1 mark]

(b.iii) the equation of the principal axis.

[2]

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𝑦 = 12 A1A1

Note: Award A1 “𝑦 = (a constant)” and A1 for that constant being 12.

[2 marks]

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(c) Hence or otherwise find the equation of this model in the form:

𝑓 (𝑡) = 𝑎 cos(𝑏𝑡) + 𝑑

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Markscheme

𝑓 (𝑡) = −4 cos(30𝑡) + 12 OR 𝑓(𝑡) = −4 cos(−30𝑡) + 12 A1A1A1

Note: Award A1 for 𝑏 = 30 (or 𝑏 = −30), A1 for 𝑎 = −4, and A1 for 𝑑 = 12. Award
at most A1A1A0 if extra terms are seen or form is incorrect. Award at most
A1A1A0 if 𝑥 is used instead of 𝑡.

[3 marks]

(d) For the first year of the model, find the length of time when there are more than 10 hours and
30 minutes of daylight per day.

[4]

Markscheme

10.5 = −4 cos(30𝑡) + 12 (M1)

EITHER
𝑡1 = 2.26585 … , 𝑡2 = 9.73414 … (A1)(A1)

OR
1 3
𝑡1 = 30 cos−1 8 (A1)
𝑡2 = 12 − 𝑡1 (A1)

THEN
9.73414 … − 2.26585 …
7.47 (7.46828 … ) months (0.622356 … years) A1

Note: Award M1A1A1A0 for an unsupported answer of 7.46. If there is only one
intersection point, award M1A1A0A0.

[4 marks]

The true maximum number of daylight hours was 16 hours and 14 minutes.

(e) Calculate the percentage error in the maximum number of daylight hours Boris recorded in
the diagram.

[3]

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 Markscheme
14
16−|16+ |
| 14
60
| × 100% (M1)(M1)
16+
60

Note: Award M1 for correct values and absolute value signs, M1 for × 100.

= 1.44% (1.43737 … %) A1

[3 marks]

16. 22M.1.SL.TZ2.12

The cross-section of an arched entrance into the ballroom of a hotel is in the shape of
a parabola. This cross-section can be modelled by part of the graph 𝑦 = −1.6𝑥 2 + 4.48𝑥, where
𝑦 is the height of the archway, in metres, at a horizontal distance, 𝑥 metres, from the point O, in
the bottom corner of the archway.

(a) Determine an equation for the axis of symmetry of the parabola that models the archway.

[2]

Markscheme
4.48
(𝑥 =) − OR coordinates of maximum point (1.4, 3.136) (M1)
2(−1.6)
𝑥 = 1.4 A1

[2 marks]

To prepare for an event, a square-based crate that is 1.6 m wide and 2.0 m high is to be
moved through the archway into the ballroom. The crate must remain upright while it is being
moved.

(b) Determine whether the crate will fit through the archway. Justify your answer.

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 Markscheme

METHOD 1
the cart is centred in the archway when it is between
𝑥 = 0.6 and 𝑥 = 2.2, A1
where 𝑦 ≥ 2.112 (m) (which is greater than 2) R1
the archway is tall enough for the crate A1

Note: Do not award R0A1.

METHOD 2
the height of the archway is greater or equal to 2.0 between
𝑥 = 0.557385 … and 𝑥 = 2.24261 … A1
width of this section of archway =
(2.24261 … − 0.557385 … =) 1.68522 (m) (which is greater than 1.6) R1
the archway is wide enough for the crate A1

Note: Do not award R0A1.

[3 marks]

17. 18M.1.SL.TZ1.S_3

Consider a function f (x) , for −2 ≤ x ≤ 2 . The following diagram shows the graph of f.

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(c) On the grid above, sketch the graph of f −1.

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 A1A1A1A1 N4 Note: Award A1 for evidence of approximately correct reflection
in y = x with correct curvature. (y = x does not need to be explicitly seen) Only if
this mark is awarded, award marks as follows: A1 for both correct invariant points
in circles, A1 for the three other points in circles, A1 for correct domain. [4 marks]

18. EXM.1.SL.TZ0.1

Give your answers to this question correct to two decimal places.

Gen invests $2400 in a savings account that pays interest at a rate of 4% per year, compounded
annually. She leaves the money in her account for 10 years, and she does not invest or withdraw
any money during this time.

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 (a) Calculate the value of her savings after 10 years.

[2]

Markscheme

2400 (1.04)10 = $3552.59 M1A1

[2 marks]

(b) The rate of inflation during this 10 year period is 1.5% per year.

Calculate the real value of her savings after 10 years.

[3]

Markscheme

real interest rate = 4 − 1.5 = 2.5% A1

2400 (1.025)10 = $3072.20 M1A1
[3 marks]

19. EXM.1.SL.TZ0.6

Yejin plans to retire at age 60. She wants to create an annuity fund, which will pay her a monthly
allowance of $4000 during her retirement. She wants to save enough money so that the
payments last for 30 years. A financial advisor has told her that she can expect to earn 5%
interest on her funds, compounded annually.

(a) Calculate the amount Yejin needs to have saved into her annuity fund, in order to meet her
retirement goal.

[3]

Markscheme

Use of finance solver M1 N = 360, I = 5%, Pmt = 4000, FV = 0, PpY = 12,

CpY = 1 A1 $755000 (correct to 3 s.f.) A1 [3 marks]

(b) Yejin has just turned 28 years old. She currently has no retirement savings. She wants to
save part of her salary each month into her annuity fund.

Calculate the amount Yejin needs to save each month, to meet her retirement goal.

[3]

Markscheme

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 N = 384, I = 5%, PV = 0, FV = 754638, PpY = 12, CpY = 1 M1A1 $817 per
month (correct to 3 s.f.) A1 [3 marks]

20. EXM.2.SL.TZ0.1

Paul wants to buy a car. He needs to take out a loan for $7000. The car salesman offers him a
loan with an interest rate of 8%, compounded annually. Paul considers two options to repay the
loan.

Option 1: Pay $200 each month, until the loan is fully repaid

Option 2: Make 24 equal monthly payments.

Use option 1 to calculate

Use option 2 to calculate

Give a reason why Paul might choose

(a) the number of months it will take for Paul to repay the loan.

[3]

Markscheme

evidence of using Finance solver on GDC M1

𝑁 = 39.8 A1
It will take 40 months A1 [3 marks]

(b) the total amount that Paul has to pay.

[2]

Markscheme

40 × 200 = $8000 M1A1

[2 marks]

(c) the amount Paul pays each month.

[2]

Markscheme

Monthly payment = $316 ($315.70) M1A1 [2 marks]

(d) the total amount that Paul has to pay.

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 [2]

Markscheme

24 × 315.7 = $7580 ($7576.80) M1A1

[2 marks]

(e) option 1.

[1]

Markscheme

The monthly repayment is lower, he might not be able to afford $316 per
month. R1 [1 mark]

(f) option 2.

[1]

Markscheme

the total amount to repay is lower. R1 [1 mark]

21. EXM.2.SL.TZ0.2

Sophie is planning to buy a house. She needs to take out a mortgage for $120000. She is
considering two possible options.

Option 1: Repay the mortgage over 20 years, at an annual interest rate of 5%, compounded
annually.

Option 2: Pay $1000 every month, at an annual interest rate of 6%, compounded annually, until
the loan is fully repaid.

Give a reason why Sophie might choose

Sophie decides to choose option 1. At the end of 10 years, the interest rate is changed to 7%,
compounded annually.

(a) Calculate the monthly repayment using option 1.

[2]

Markscheme

evidence of using Finance solver on GDC M1 Monthly payment =

$785 ($784.60) A1 [2 marks]

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(b) Calculate the total amount Sophie would pay, using option 1.

[2]

Markscheme

240 × 785 = $188000 M1A1

[2 marks]

(c) Calculate the number of months it will take to repay the mortgage using option 2.

[3]

Markscheme

𝑁 = 180.7 M1A1
It will take 181 months A1 [3 marks]

(d) Calculate the total amount Sophie would pay, using option 2.

[2]

Markscheme

181 × 1000 = $ 181000 M1A1

[2 marks]

(e) option 1.

[1]

Markscheme

The monthly repayment is lower, she might not be able to afford $1000 per
month. R1 [1 mark]

(f) option 2.

[1]

Markscheme

the total amount to repay is lower. R1 [1 mark]

(g) Use your answer to part (a)(i) to calculate the amount remaining on her mortgage after the
first 10 years.

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 [2]

Markscheme

$74400 (accept $74300) M1A1 [2 marks]

(h) Hence calculate her monthly repayment for the final 10 years.

[2]

Markscheme

Use of finance solver with N =120, PV = $74400, I = 7% A1 $855 (accept

$854 − $856) A1 [2 marks]

22. 22N.1.SL.TZ0.1

Kacheena stands at point K, the top of a 218 m vertical cliff. The base of the cliff is located
at point B. A ship is located at point S, 1200 m from Kacheena.

This information is shown in the following diagram.

(a) Find the angle of elevation from the ship to Kacheena.

[2]

Markscheme
̂ K)
sin(BS sin(90∘ )
̂ K) = 218 OR
sin(BS = (M1)
1200 218 1200

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 Note: Award M1 for a correct trig formula. Accept other variables representing
̂ K.
BS

̂ K =) 10.5∘ (10.4668 … )
(BS A1

Note: Award A1 for the radian answer, 0.182681 …. Award M1A0 if the candidate
finds the correct angle of elevation but then uses it to find a complementary angle
as their final answer.

[2 marks]

(b) Find the horizontal distance from the base of the cliff to the ship.

[2]

Markscheme

2 SB
SB + 2182 = 12002 OR cos(10.4468 … ) = OR tan(10.4468 … ) =
1200
218 BS
SB
OR sin(79.5331…∘ )
=
1200
sin(90∘ )
(M1) 1180 (m) (√1392476, 1180.03 … ) A1 [2 marks]

(c) Write down your answer to part (b) in the form 𝑎 × 10𝑘 where 1 ≤ 𝑎 < 10 and 𝑘 ∈ ℤ.

[2]

Markscheme

1.18 × 103 A1A1

Note: Award A1 for 1.18

Award A1 for 103
Accept their rounded answer to part (b).
Award A0A0 for answers of the type: 11.8 × 102

[2 marks]

23. 22N.2.SL.TZ0.2

The following diagram shows a park bounded by a fence in the shape of a quadrilateral ABCD. A
straight path crosses through the park from B to D.
̂ D = 120∘
̂ D = 41∘ , BC
AB = 85 m, AD = 85 m, BC = 40 m, CB

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 ̂ D rounds to 77∘ , correct to the nearest degree. Use BA
The size of angle BA ̂ D = 77∘ for the rest
of this question.

A landscaping firm proposes a new design for the park. Fences BC and CD are to be replaced
by a fence in the shape of a circular arc BED with center A. This is illustrated in the following
diagram.

(a) Write down the value of angle BDC.

[1]

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 Markscheme

19∘ A1

[1 mark]

(b) Hence use triangle BDC to find the length of path BD.

[3]

Markscheme

BD 40
sin 120∘
= sin 19∘ (M1)(A1)

Note: Award M1 for substituted sine rule for BCD, A1 for their correct substitution.

(BD =) 106 m (106.401 … ) A1

[3 marks]

̂ D, correct to five significant figures.

(c) Calculate the size of angle BA

[3]

Markscheme

METHOD 1 (cosine rule)

852 +852 −106.401…2
cos BAD = 2×85×85
(M1)(A1)

Note: Award M1 for substituted cosine rule, A1 for their correct substitution.

77.495 A1

Note: Accept an answer of 77.149 from use of 3 sf answer from part (a). The final
answer must be correct to five significant figures.

METHOD 2 (right angled trig/isosceles triangles)

BAD 53.2008…
sin ( 2 ) = 85 (A1)(M1)

Note: Award A1 for 53.2008 … seen. Award M1 for correctly substituted trig ratio.
Follow through from part (a).

77.495 … A1

Note: Use of 3 sf answer from part (a), results in 77.149.

[3 marks]

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(d) Find the area bounded by the path BD, and fences AB and AD.

[3]

Markscheme

EITHER
1
(Area =) × 85 × 85 × sin(77∘ ) (M1)(A1)
2

Note: Award M1 for substituted area formula, A1 for correct substitution. Award at
most (M1)(A1)A0 if an angle other than 77∘ is used.

OR
1
(Area =)
2
× (2 × 85 × sin(38.5∘ )) × (85 × cos(38.5∘ )) (M1)(A1)

1
Note: Award M1 for substituted area formula 𝐴 = 2 𝑏ℎ, A1 for correct substitution.

3520 m2 (3519.91 … ) A1

[3 marks]

(e) Write down the distance from A to E.

[1]

Markscheme

85 m A1

[1 mark]

(f) Find the perimeter of the proposed park, ABED.

[3]

Markscheme
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85 + 85 + 360 × 2𝜋 × 85 (M1)(M1)

𝜃
Note: Award M1 for correctly substituted into 360 × 2𝜋 × 𝑟, M1 for addition of AB
and AD.

284 m (284.231 … ) A1

[3 marks]

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 (g) Find the area of the shaded region in the proposed park.

[3]

Markscheme
77
360
× 𝜋 × (85)2 − 3519.91 … (M1)(M1)

Note: Award M1 for correctly substituted area of sector formula, M1 for

subtraction of their area from part (c).

1330 m2 (1334.93 … ) A1

[3 marks]

24. 22M.1.SL.TZ1.2

A vertical pole stands on horizontal ground. The bottom of the pole is taken as the origin, O, of a
coordinate system in which the top, F, of the pole has coordinates (0, 0, 5.8). All units are in
metres.

The pole is held in place by ropes attached at F.

One of the ropes is attached to the ground at a point A with coordinates (3.2, 4.5, 0). The rope
forms a straight line from A to F.

(a) Find the length of the rope connecting A to F.

[2]

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 Markscheme

√3.22 + 4.52 + 5.82 (M1)

= 8.01 (8.00812 … ) m A1

[2 marks]

(b) Find FÂO, the angle the rope makes with the ground.

[2]

Markscheme

−1 5.8 5.52177… 5.8

FÂO = sin (8.00812…) OR cos−1 (8.00812…) OR tan−1 (5.52177…) (M1)
46.4∘ (46.4077 … ∘ ) A1

[2 marks]

25. 18M.1.SL.TZ1.T_14

A solid right circular cone has a base radius of 21 cm and a slant height of 35 cm.
A smaller right circular cone has a height of 12 cm and a slant height of 15 cm, and is removed
from the top of the larger cone, as shown in the diagram.

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 Calculate the radius of the base of the cone which has been removed.

[2]

Markscheme

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor
differences in marking or structure.
√152 − 122 (M1)
Note: Award (M1) for correct substitution into Pythagoras theorem. OR
radius 15
21
= 35 (M1)
Note: Award (M1) for a correct equation. = 9 (cm) (A1) (C2) [2 marks]

26. 18M.1.SL.TZ1.T_8

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Two fixed points, A and B, are 40 m apart on horizontal ground. Two straight ropes, AP and BP,
are attached to the same point, P, on the base of a hot air balloon which is vertically above the
line AB. The length of BP is 30 m and angle BAP is 48°.

On the diagram, draw and label with an x the angle of depression of B from P.

[1]

Markscheme

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor
differences in marking or structure.

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 (A1) (C1) [1 mark]

27. 18M.2.SL.TZ1.T_6

A manufacturer makes trash cans in the form of a cylinder with a hemispherical top. The trash
can has a height of 70 cm. The base radius of both the cylinder and the hemispherical top is 20
cm.

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A designer is asked to produce a new trash can.

The new trash can will also be in the form of a cylinder with a hemispherical top.

This trash can will have a height of H cm and a base radius of r cm.

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There is a design constraint such that H + 2r = 110 cm.

The designer has to maximize the volume of the trash can.

(a) Write down the height of the cylinder.

[1]

Markscheme

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor
differences in marking or structure.
50 (cm) (A1) [1 mark]

(b) Find the total volume of the trash can.

[4]

Markscheme
1 4
𝜋 × 50 × 202 + 2 × 3 × 𝜋 × 203 (M1)(M1)(M1) Note: Award (M1) for their
correctly substituted volume of cylinder, (M1) for correctly substituted volume of
sphere formula, (M1) for halving the substituted volume of sphere formula. Award

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 at most (M1)(M1)(M0) if there is no addition of the volumes. =
76000
79600 (cm3 ) (79587.0 … (cm3 ) , 3 𝜋) (A1)(ft) (G3) Note: Follow through
from part (a). [4 marks]

(c) Find the height of the cylinder, h , of the new trash can, in terms of r.

[2]

Markscheme

h = H − r (or equivalent) OR H = 110 − 2r (M1) Note: Award (M1) for writing h in

terms of H and r or for writing H in terms of r. (h =) 110 − 3r (A1) (G2) [2
marks]

(d) Show that the volume, V cm3 , of the new trash can is given by

𝑉 = 110𝜋𝑟 3 .

[3]

Markscheme
2
(𝑉 =) 𝜋𝑟 3 + 𝜋𝑟 2 × (110 − 3𝑟) (M1)(M1)(M1) Note: Award (M1) for volume of
3
hemisphere, (M1) for correct substitution of their h into the volume of a cylinder,
(M1) for addition of two correctly substituted volumes leading to the given answer.
Award at most (M1)(M1)(M0) for subsequent working that does not lead to the
given answer. Award at most (M1)(M1)(M0) for substituting H = 110 − 2r as their
7
h. 𝑉 = 110𝜋𝑟 2 − 𝜋𝑟 3 (AG) [3 marks]
3

(e) Using your graphic display calculator, find the value of r which maximizes the value of V.

[2]

Markscheme

(r =) 31.4 (cm) (31.4285… (cm)) (G2) OR (𝜋)(220𝑟 − 7𝑟 2 ) = 0 (M1) Note:

Award (M1) for setting the correct derivative equal to zero. (r =) 31.4
(cm) (31.4285… (cm)) (A1) [2 marks]

(f) The designer claims that the new trash can has a capacity that is at least 40% greater than
the capacity of the original trash can.

State whether the designer’s claim is correct. Justify your answer.

[4]

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 Markscheme
7
(𝑉 =) 110𝜋(31.4285 … )3 − 𝜋 (31.4285 … )3 (M1) Note: Award (M1) for correct
3
substitution of their 31.4285… into the given equation. = 114000
(113781…) (A1)(ft) Note: Follow through from part (e). (increase in capacity
113.781…−79587.0…
=) 79587.0…
× 100 = 43.0 (% ) (R1)(ft) Note: Award (R1)(ft) for finding
the correct percentage increase from their two volumes. OR 1.4 × 79587.0… =
111421.81… (R1)(ft) Note: Award (R1)(ft) for finding the capacity of a trash can
40% larger than the original. Claim is correct (A1)(ft) Note: Follow through from
parts (b), (e) and within part (f). The final (R1)(A1)(ft) can be awarded for their
correct reason and conclusion. Do not award (R0)(A1)(ft). [4 marks]

28. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.7

Points A(3, 1), B(3, 5), C(11, 7), D(9, 1) and E(7, 3) represent snow shelters in the Blackburn
National Forest. These snow shelters are illustrated in the following coordinate axes.

Horizontal scale: 1 unit represents 1 km.

Vertical scale: 1 unit represents 1 km.

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The Park Ranger draws three straight lines to form an incomplete Voronoi diagram.

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(a) Calculate the gradient of the line segment AE.

[2]

Markscheme
3−1
7−3
(M1)
= 0.5 A1 [2 marks]

(b) Find the equation of the line which would complete the Voronoi cell containing site E.

Give your answer in the form 𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏𝑦 + 𝑑 = 0 where 𝑎, 𝑏, 𝑑 ∈ ℤ.

[3]

Markscheme

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 𝑦 − 2 = −2(𝑥 − 5) (A1) (M1)
Note: Award (A1) for their −2 seen, award (M1) for the correct substitution of (5,
2) and their normal gradient in equation of a line.
2𝑥 + 𝑦 − 12 = 0 A1
[3 marks]

(c) In the context of the question, explain the significance of the Voronoi cell containing site E.

[1]

Markscheme

every point in the cell is closer to E than any other snow shelter A1 [1 mark]

29. EXM.1.SL.TZ0.4

The diagram below is part of a Voronoi diagram.

Diagram not to scale

A and B are sites with B having the co-ordinates of (4, 6). L is an edge; the equation of this
perpendicular bisector of the line segment from A to B is 𝑦 = −2𝑥 + 9

Find the co-ordinates of the point A.

[9]

Markscheme
1
Line from A to B will have the form 𝑦 = 2 𝑥 + 𝑐 M1A1
1
Through (4, 6) ⇒ 𝑐 = 4 so line is 𝑦 = 2 𝑥 + 4 M1A1
1
Intersection of 𝑦 = −2𝑥 + 9 and 𝑦 = 2 𝑥 + 4 is (2, 5) M1A1
𝑝+4 𝑞+6
Let 𝐴 = (𝑝, 𝑞) then (2, 5) = ( 2
, 2
) ⇒ 𝑝 = 0, 𝑞 = 4 M1A1A1
𝐴 = (0,4)

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 [9 marks]

30. 22N.2.SL.TZ0.3

Six restaurant locations (labelled A, B, C, D, E and F) are shown, together with their
Voronoi diagram. All distances are measured in kilometres.

Elena wants to eat at the closest restaurant to her. Write down the restaurant she should go to, if
she is at

Restaurant C is at (7, 8) and restaurant D is at (7, 5).

Restaurant B is at (3, 6).

Hence find

(a) (2, 7).

[1]

Markscheme

B A1

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 [1 mark]

(b) (0, 1), when restaurant A is closed.

[1]

Markscheme

F A1

[1 mark]

(c) Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of CD.

[2]

Markscheme

correct substitution into the midpoint formula (M1)

8+5
2
𝑦 = 6.5 A1

Note: Answer must be an equation for the A1 to be awarded.

[2 marks]

(d) Find the equation of the perpendicular bisector of BC.

[5]

Markscheme

midpoint = (5, 7) (A1)

correct use of gradient formula (M1)
8−6
7−3
gradient of BC = 0.5 (A1)
negative reciprocal of gradient (M1)
perpendicular gradient = −2
𝑦 − 7 = −2(𝑥 − 5) (or 𝑦 = −2𝑥 + 17) A1

[5 marks]

(e) the coordinates of the point which is of equal distance from B, C and D.

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 [2]

Markscheme

attempt to find the intersection of two perpendicular bisectors (BC &

CD) (M1)

Note: This may be seen graphically or algebraically.

6.5 − 7 = −2(𝑥 − 5) OR 6.5 = −2𝑥 + 17

Note: Accept equivalent methods using the perpendicular bisector of BD, 𝑦 −

5.5 = 4(𝑥 − 5) OR 𝑦 = 4𝑥 − 14.5

𝑥 = 5.25, 𝑦 = 6.5 OR (5.25, 6.5) A1

Note: The 𝑥-coordinate must be exact or expressed to at least 3 sf.

[2 marks]

(f) the distance of this point from D.

[2]

Markscheme

their correct substitution into distance formula (M1)

√(5.25 − 7)2 + (6.5 − 5)2
√85
= 2.30 km (2.30488 … , ) A1
4

[2 marks]

31. 16N.1.SL.TZ0.T_7

A balloon in the shape of a sphere is filled with helium until the radius is 6 cm.

The volume of the balloon is increased by 40%.

(a) Calculate the volume of the balloon.

[2]

Markscheme

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor
differences in marking or structure.
Units are required in parts (a) and (b).
4
3
𝜋 × 63 (M1)
Note: Award (M1) for correct substitution into volume of sphere formula.

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 = 905 cm3 (288𝜋 cm3 , 904.778 … cm3 ) (A1) (C2)

Note: Answers derived from the use of approximations of 𝜋 (3.14; 22/7) are
awarded (A0).
[2 marks]

(b) Calculate the radius of the balloon following this increase.

[4]

Markscheme

Units are required in parts (a) and (b).

140 4 140 4 4
100
× 904.778 … = 3 𝜋𝑟 3 OR 100 × 288𝜋 = 3 𝜋𝑟 3 OR 1266.69 … = 3 𝜋𝑟 3 (M1)(M1)
Note: Award (M1) for multiplying their part (a) by 1.4 or equivalent, (M1) for
equating to the volume of a sphere formula.
3×1266.69… 3 3×1266.69… 3
𝑟3 = 4𝜋
OR 𝑟 = √ 4𝜋
OR 𝑟 = √(1.4) × 63 OR 𝑟 3 = 302.4 (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for isolating 𝑟.

(𝑟 =) 6.71 cm (6.71213 … ) (A1)(ft) (C4)

Note: Follow through from part (a). [4 marks]

32. 16N.2.SL.TZ0.T_5

A farmer owns a plot of land in the shape of a quadrilateral ABCD.

AB = 105 m, BC = 95 m, CD = 40 m, DA = 70 m and angle DCB = 90∘ .

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The farmer wants to divide the land into two equal areas. He builds a fence in a straight line from
point B to point P on AD, so that the area of PAB is equal to the area of PBCD.

Calculate

(a) the length of BD;

[2]

Markscheme

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor
differences in marking or structure.
(BD =) √952 + 402 (M1)
Note: Award (M1) for correct substitution into Pythagoras’ theorem.
= 103 (m) (103.077 … , 25√17) (A1)(G2)
[2 marks]

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(b) the size of angle DAB;

[3]

Markscheme
2 2
105 +70 −(103.077… )2
cos𝐵𝐴̂𝐷 = (M1)(A1)(ft)
2×105×70
Note: Award (M1) for substitution into cosine rule, (A1)(ft) for their correct
substitutions. Follow through from part (a).
(𝐵𝐴̂𝐷) = 68.9∘ (68.8663 … ) (A1)(ft)(G2)

Note: If their 103 used, the answer is 68.7995 …

[3 marks]

(c) the area of triangle ABD;

[3]

Markscheme
1
(Area of ABD =) 2 × 105 × 70 × sin(68.8663 … ) (M1)(A1)(ft)
Notes: Award (M1) for substitution into the trig form of the area of a triangle
formula. Award (A1)(ft) for their correct substitutions. Follow through from part (b).
If 68.8° is used the area = 3426.28 … m2 .

= 3430 m2 (3427.82 … ) (A1)(ft)(G2)

[3 marks]

(d) the area of quadrilateral ABCD;

[2]

Markscheme
1
area of ABCD = × 40 × 95 + 3427.82 … (M1)
2
Note: Award (M1) for correctly substituted area of triangle formula added to
their answer to part (c).
= 5330 m2 (5327.83 … ) (A1)(ft)(G2)
[2 marks]

(e) the length of AP;

[3]

Markscheme
1
× 105 × AP × sin(68.8663 … ) = 0.5 × 5327.82 … (M1)(M1)
2

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 Notes: Award (M1) for the correct substitution into triangle formula. Award
(M1) for equating their triangle area to half their part (d).
(AP =) 54.4 (m) (54.4000 … ) (A1)(ft)(G2)
Notes: Follow through from parts (b) and (d). [3 marks]

(f) the length of the fence, BP.

[3]

Markscheme

BP2 = 1052 + (54.4000 … )2 − 2 × 105 × (54.4000 … ) ×

cos(68.8663 … ) (M1)(A1)(ft)
Notes: Award (M1) for substituted cosine rule formula.
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Award (A1)(ft) for their correct substitutions. Accept the exact fraction 147
in place
of cos(68.8663 … ).
Follow through from parts (b) and (e).
(BP =) 99.3 (m) (99.3252 … ) (A1)(ft)(G2)

Notes: If 54.4 and cos(68.9) are used the answer is 99.3567 …

[3 marks]

33. 16N.1.SL.TZ0.S_1

Let 𝑓(𝑥) = 𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 5.

The function can also be expressed in the form 𝑓(𝑥) = (𝑥 − ℎ)2 + 𝑘.

(a) Find the equation of the axis of symmetry of the graph of 𝑓.

[2]

Markscheme

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor
differences in marking or structure.
correct approach (A1)
−(−4)
eg 2 , 𝑓 ′ (𝑥) = 2𝑥 − 4 = 0, (𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 4) + 5 − 4
𝑥 = 2 (must be an equation) A1 N2
[2 marks]

(b) (i) Write down the value of ℎ.

(ii) Find the value of 𝑘.

[4]

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(i) ℎ = 2 A1 N1
(ii) METHOD 1
valid attempt to find 𝑘 (M1)
eg 𝑓(2)
correct substitution into their function (A1)
eg (2)2 − 4(2) + 5
𝑘 = 1 A1 N2
METHOD 2 valid attempt to complete the square (M1)
eg 𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 4
correct working (A1)
eg (𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 4) − 4 + 5, (𝑥 − 2)2 + 1
𝑘 = 1 A1 N2
[4 marks]

34. 16N.1.SL.TZ0.T_1
cos𝑥+sin𝑦
Let 𝑝 = ,
√𝑤 2−𝑧

where 𝑥 = 36∘ , 𝑦 = 18∘ , 𝑤 = 29 and 𝑧 = 21.8.

Write your answer to part (b)(ii) in the form 𝑎 × 10𝑘 , where 1 ≤ 𝑎 < 10, 𝑘 ∈ ℤ.

[2]

Markscheme

3.91 × 10−2 (A1)(ft)(A1)(ft) (C2)

Note: Answer should be consistent with their answer to part (b)(ii). Award
(A1)(ft) for 3.91, and (A1)(ft) for 10−2 . Follow through from part (b)(ii).
[2 marks]

35. 21M.1.SL.TZ2.7
12
A function is defined by 𝑓 (𝑥) = 2 − 𝑥+5 for −7 ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 7, 𝑥 ≠ −5.

(a) Find the range of 𝑓.

[3]

Markscheme

(𝑓 (−7) =) 8 and (𝑓 (7) =) 1 (A1) range is 𝑓(𝑥) ≤ 1, 𝑓(𝑥) ≥ 8 A1A1

Note: Award at most A1A1A0 if strict inequalities are used.
[3 marks]

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(b) Find the value of 𝑓 −1 (0).

[2]

Markscheme

EITHER sketch of 𝑓 and 𝑦 = 0 or sketch of 𝑓 −1 and 𝑥 = 0 (M1)

−2−5𝑥
OR finding the correct expression of 𝑓 −1 (𝑥) = (M1)
𝑥−2
−2−5(0)
OR 𝑓 −1 (0) = 0−2
(M1)

OR 𝑓(𝑥) = 0 (M1)

THEN

𝑓 −1 (0) = 1 A1
[2 marks]

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