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T: 1 ~2 Testing
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A level
Pure Mathematics
Volume (2)
[2024]
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Pure Mathematics Paper 1: [Time 3hrs]

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

Write your name and surname on the answer paper.

A blue or black pen is required for all the writing.

You may use a pencil for any diagrams or graphs.

Answer all questions.

If a numerical answer cannot be given exactly, and the accuracy required is

not specified in the question, then in the case of an angle it should be given
correct to the nearest degree, and in other cases it should be given correct
to 2 significant figures.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or

part question.

The total number of the marks for this paper is 120.

The use of an electronic calculator is expected, where appropriate.

You are reminded of the need for clear presentation in your answers.

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1a) If the roots of the equation 2𝑥 2 − 7𝑥 + 4 = 0 are 𝛼 and 𝛽, find the values
1 1 1
of + and . [4]
𝛼 𝛽 𝛼𝛽
1 1
b) Hence write down the equation whose roots are and in the form 𝑎𝑥 2 + 𝑏𝑥 + 𝑐 = 0,
𝛼 𝛽
where a, b and c are integers. [2]

2a) Evaluate log 3 7 × log 7 2 × log 2 3. [3]

b) Solve, for 𝑥 and 𝑦, the simultaneous equations
125𝑥 = 25(5𝑦 ),
7𝑥 ÷ 49𝑦 = 1. [6]

3. Solve the equation

2 ln(5 − 𝑒 −2𝑥 ) = 1,
giving your answer correct to 3 significant figures. [4]

4. Solve the inequality

2𝑥 2 −𝑥−19
> 1. [5]
𝑥 2 +3𝑥+2

5. The function f is defined by f : 𝑥 → 2𝑥 2 − 12𝑥 + 13 for 0 ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 𝐴, where 𝐴 is a constant.

a) Express f(𝑥) in the form 𝑎(𝑥 + 𝑏)2 + 𝑐, where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 are constants. [3]
b) State the value of 𝐴 for which the graph of 𝑦 = f(𝑥) has a line of symmetry. [1]
c) When 𝐴 has this value, find the range of f. [2]
The function g is defined by g : 𝑥 → 2𝑥 2 − 12𝑥 + 13 for 𝑥 ≥ 4.
d) Explain why g has an inverse. [1]
e) Obtain an expression, in terms of 𝑥, for 𝑔−1 (𝑥), stating its domain. [3]

6. The cubic polynomial 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥) is such that the coefficient of 𝑥 3 is −1 and the roots
of 𝑓(𝑥) = 0 are −3, −1 and 1 whilst the value of the y-intercept is 2.
a) Sketch the curve 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥) showing all the intersection with the axes. [2]
b) Sketch the following graphs showing clearly the coordinates of the intersection with
the axis
(i) 𝑦 = 2𝑓(𝑥), [2]
(ii) 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥 − 3). [2]
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7a) Calculate the term independent of 𝑥 in the binomial expansion of (𝑥 − ) . [3]
2𝑥 5
b) In the binomial expansion of (1 + 𝑘𝑥)𝑛 , where 𝑛 ≥ 3 and 𝑘 is a constant, the coefficient
of 𝑥 2 and 𝑥 3 are equal. Express 𝑘 in terms of 𝑛. [4]

8.

𝑦
The variables 𝑥 and 𝑦 are related so that, when is plotted against 𝑥 3 , a straight line
𝑥2
graph passing through (3; 9) and (7; 1) is obtained. Express 𝑦 in terms of 𝑥. [4]

9.

In the diagram, AB is an arc of a circle with center 𝑂 and radius 4 cm. Angle 𝐴𝑂𝐵 is
𝛼 radians. The point 𝐷 on 𝑂𝐵 is such that 𝐴𝐷 is perpendicular to 𝑂𝐵. The arc 𝐷𝐶, with
center 𝑂, meets 𝑂𝐴 at 𝐶.
a) Find an expression in terms of 𝛼 for the perimeter of the shaded region 𝐴𝐵𝐷𝐶. [4]
1
b) For the case where 𝛼 = 6 𝜋, find the area of the shaded region 𝐴𝐵𝐷𝐶, giving your
answer in the form 𝑘𝜋, where 𝑘 is a constant to be determined. [4]
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10. The complex number 𝑢 is defined by 𝑢 = , where the constant 𝑎 is real.
𝑎+2𝑖
a) Express 𝑢 in standard form. [2]
3
b) Find the value of 𝑎 for which arg(𝑢∗ ) = 𝜋, where 𝑢∗ denotes the complex congugate
4
of 𝑢. [3]

11. If 𝑦 = tan 𝑥 find an approximation for 𝛿𝑦 when 𝑥 is increased by 𝛿𝑥.

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Hence estimate, in terms of 𝜋, the value of tan 32 𝜋. [4]

5𝑥 3 −3𝑥 2 +7𝑥−3 𝐴𝑥+𝐵 𝐶𝑥+𝐷

12. Express in the form + where 𝐴, 𝐵, 𝐶 and 𝐷 are constants. [3]
(𝑥 2 +1)2 𝑥 2 +1 (𝑥 2 +1)2

13. A television quiz show takes place every day. On day 1 the prize money is $1000. If this
is not won the prize money is increased for day 2. The prize money is increased in a similar
way every day until it is won. The television considered the following two different models
for increasing the prize money.
Model 1: Increase the prize money by $1000 each day.
Model 2: Increase the prize money by 10% each day.
On each day that the prize money is not won the television company makes a donation to
charity. The amount donated is 5% of the value of the prize on that day, After 40 days the
prize money has still not been won. Calculate the total amount donated to charity
(і) if Model 1 is used, [4]
(іі) if Model 2 is used. [3]

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14a) Given that 15𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 𝜃 + 2𝑠𝑖𝑛2 𝜃 = 7, show that 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 𝜃 = . [4]
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b) (і) Express 4 cos 𝜃 + 3 sin 𝜃 in the form 𝑅 sin(𝜃 + 𝛼), where 𝑅 > 0 and 0° < 𝛼 < 90°,
giving the value of 𝛼 correct to 2 decimal places. [3]
(іі) Hence solve the equation
4 cos 𝜃 + 3 sin 𝜃 = 4.5 ,
giving all solutions in the interval 0° ≤ 𝜃 ≤ 360°, correct to 1 decimal place. [4]
(ііі) Write down the least value of 4 cos 𝜃 + 3 sin 𝜃 + 7 as 𝜃 varies. [1]

15. The equation of a curve is ln(𝑥𝑦) − 𝑦 3 = 1.

𝑑𝑦 𝑦
a) Show that = . [4]
𝑑𝑥 𝑥(3𝑦 3 −1)

b) Find the coordinates of the point where the tangent to the curve is parallel to the 𝑦-axis,
giving each coordinate correct to 3 significant figures. [4]
16. The equation of a curve is 𝑦 = 𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 7 and the equation of a line is 𝑦 + 3𝑥 = 9.
The curve and the line intersect at the points 𝐴 and 𝐵.
1 1
a) The mid-point of 𝐴𝐵 is 𝑀. Show that the coordinates of 𝑀 are (2 ; 7 2). [4]

b) Find the coordinates of the point 𝑄 on the curve at which the tangent is parallel to the
line 𝑦 + 3𝑥 = 9. [3]
c) Find the distance 𝑀𝑄. [1]

17a) (і) Show that

1
𝜋
4 1
∫ cos 2𝑥 𝑑𝑥 = . [2]
0 2
(іі) Find the exact value of
1
𝜋
4
∫ sin2 𝑥 𝑑𝑥 [3]
0

b) (і) Use the trapezium rule with 2 strips to estimate the value of
1
𝜋
4
∫ sec 𝑥 𝑑𝑥,
0
giving your answer correct to 2 significant figures. [3]

(іі) Determine, by sketching the appropriate part of the graph 𝑦 = sec 𝑥, whether the
trapezium rule gives an under-estimate or an over-estimate of the true value. [2]

sin 𝑥
18. The curve 𝑦 = in the range 0 < 𝑥 ≤ 2𝜋 has its minimum point 𝑀.
𝑥
a) Show that the 𝑥-coordinate of 𝑀 satisfies the equation 𝑥 = tan 𝑥. [4]
b) The iterative formula
𝑥𝑛+1 = tan−1 (𝑥𝑛 ) + 𝜋
can be used to determine the 𝑥-coordinate of 𝑀. Use this formula to determine the
𝑥-coordinate of 𝑀 correct to 2 decimal places. Give the result of each iteration to 4
decimal places. [3]
19.

The diagram shows the roof of a house. The base of the roof, 𝑂𝐴𝐵𝐶, is rectangular and
horizontal with 𝑂𝐴 = 𝐶𝐵 = 14 m and 𝑂𝐶 = 𝐴𝐵 = 8 m. The top of the roof 𝐷𝐸 is 5 m
above the base and 𝐷𝐸 = 6 m. The sloping edges 𝑂𝐷, 𝐶𝐷, 𝐴𝐸 and 𝐵𝐸 are all equal in
length.
Unit vectors i and j are parallel to 𝑂𝐴 and 𝑂𝐶 respectively and the unit vector k is
vertically upwards.
a) Find the unit vector in the direction of ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝐷 in terms of i, j and k. [4]
b) Find the angle 𝐷𝑂𝐵 correct to the nearest 0,1°. [4]

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Tuks.t: 1~2 testing

Pure Mathematics Paper 1: [Time 3hrs]

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

Write your name and surname on the answer paper.

A blue or black pen is required for all the writing.

You may use a pencil for any diagrams or graphs.

Answer all questions.

If a numerical answer cannot be given exactly, and the accuracy required is

not specified in the question, then in the case of an angle it should be given
correct to the nearest degree, and in other cases it should be given correct
to 2 significant figures.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or

part question.

The total number of the marks for this paper is 120.

The use of an electronic calculator is expected, where appropriate.

You are reminded of the need for clear presentation in your answers.

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 Answer all questions

1. Simplify as far as possible

3
a) √𝑥 6 𝑦 4 × √𝑥 3 𝑦 −6 , [3]

4𝑥 5 −10𝑥 4 −6𝑥 3
b) . [3]
12𝑥 6 −18𝑥 5 −12𝑥 4

2. The equation 2𝑥 2 + 5𝑥 + 7 = 0 has roots 𝛼 and 𝛽. Find an equation with roots 2𝛼 − 1

and 2𝛽 − 1 in the form 𝑎𝑦 2 + 𝑏𝑦 + 𝑐 = 0, where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 are integers. [4]

3a) Show that 𝑥 = −2 is a root of the polynomial 15𝑥 3 + 26𝑥 2 − 11𝑥 − 6 = 0. [1]
b) Find the remainder when 15𝑥 3 + 26𝑥 2 − 11𝑥 − 6 is divided by 𝑥 − 3. [2]
c) Find the value of 𝑝 and the value of 𝑞 such that 15𝑥 3 + 26𝑥 2 − 11𝑥 − 6 is a factor of
15𝑥 4 + 𝑝𝑥 3 − 37𝑥 2 + 𝑞𝑥 + 6. [4]

4. Find the 𝑛𝑡ℎ term and the sum of the first 11 terms of the geometric series whose 3𝑟𝑑
term and whose 6𝑡ℎ term is −16. [4]

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5. Find the equation of 𝑦 2 + 2𝑥 2 = 2𝑥 + 1 after the translation ( ). [2]
−1

6a) Find the coordinates of the stationary points on the curve 𝑦 = 4𝑥 3 − 21𝑥 2 + 18𝑥 + 3. [3]
b) Determine the nature of each of the stationary points. [3]
c) Sketch the curve. [1]
7.

The diagram shows a circle centre 𝑂. The circle is divided into two regions, 𝑅1 and
𝑅2 , by the radii 𝑂𝐴 and 𝑂𝐵, where angle 𝐴𝑂𝐵 = 𝜃 radians. The perimeter of the region
𝑅1 is equal to the length of the major arc 𝐴𝐵.
a) Show that 𝜃 = 𝜋 − 1. [2]
 b) Given that the area of region 𝑅1 is 30cm2 , find the area of region 𝑅2 , correct to 3
significant figures. [4]

8. Relative to an origin 𝑂, the position vectors of the points 𝐴 and 𝐵 are given by
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = 2𝒊 − 8𝒋 + 4𝒌 and 𝑂𝐵
𝑂𝐴 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = 7𝒊 + 2𝒋 − 𝒌.
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ . 𝑂𝐵
a) Find the value of 𝑂𝐴 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ and hence state whether angle 𝐴𝑂𝐵 is acute, obtuse or
a right angle. [2]
2
b) The point 𝑋 is such that ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ 𝐴𝑋 = ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝐴𝐵 . Find the unit vector in the direction of 𝑂𝑋. [4]
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9.

The diagram shows a rectangle 𝐴𝐵𝐶𝐷. The point 𝐴 is (0; −2) and 𝐶 is (12; 14).
The diagonal 𝐵𝐷 is parallel to the 𝑥-axis.
a) Explain why the 𝑦-coordinate of 𝐷 is 6. [1]
The 𝑥-coordinate of 𝐷 is ℎ.
b) Express the gradient of 𝐴𝐷 and 𝐶𝐷 in terms of ℎ. [3]
c) Calculate the 𝑥-coordinates of 𝐷 and 𝐵. [4]
d) Find the area of the rectangle ABCD. [3]

10a) Express 4𝑥 2 + 6𝑥 + 3 in the form (𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏)2 + 𝑐, where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 are constants
whose values are to be found. [2]
b) Hence find the set of values of 𝑥 for which 4𝑥 2 + 6𝑥 + 3 > 13. [3]
1
c) Find the set of values taken by 2 for real 𝑥. [2]
4𝑥 +6𝑥+3

𝜋 𝜋
11a) Simplify as far as possible tan (𝑥 + 4 ) tan (𝑥 − 4 ). [3]

b) Solve the equation 2 tan 𝑥 sin 𝑥 − tan 𝑥 = 0, giving all solutions in the interval
0° ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 360°. [4]
12. Simplify as far as possible:
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a) ∑(2𝑖 + 3) [1]
𝑖=4
𝑛

b) ∑(2𝑟 + 2𝑛 + 3) [3]
𝑟=0

13a) Sketch the graph of 𝑦 = √𝑥 − 3 + 1. [3]

b) Hence, find the largest possible domain and the range for the function
𝑓(𝑥) ↦ √𝑥 − 3 + 1. [2]
c) Given that each of the following functions is defined for the domain −2 ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 3,
find the range of
(і) f ∶ 𝑥 ↦ 2 − 3𝑥, [1]
(іі) g ∶ 𝑥 ↦ |2 − 3𝑥|, [2]
(ііі) h ∶ ↦ 2 − |3𝑥|. [2]
State which of the functions above, f, g and h has an inverse. [2]

14a) Find
∞
8
∫ 𝑑𝑥 [2]
2 5𝑥 3
𝑑𝑦
b) (і) Given that 𝑦 = 2(𝑥 − 5)√𝑥 + 4, find as a single fraction. [3]
𝑑𝑥
(𝑥+1)
(іі) Hence find ∫ 𝑑𝑥. [2]
√𝑥+4
(3+𝑥)2
15a) Find the first three terms in the expansion for 𝑥 , simplifying your coefficients. [4]
1+2

b) State the values of 𝑥 for which the expansion is valid. [1]

16a) Find the Cartesian equation represented by the parametric equations:

𝑥 = sec 𝜃 − 1 and 𝑦 = tan 𝜃. [2]
b) A spherical snowball is melting at a rate of 96𝑐𝑚3 𝑠 −1 when its radius is 12cm.
Find the rate at which its surface area is decreasing at that moment. [4]
17. The mass of a radio-active substance at time 𝑡 is decaying at a rate which is proportional
to the mass present at time 𝑡.
a) Form a differential equation satisfying this situation. [1]
b) Find the general solution of the differential equation, obtaining an expression for
𝑚 in terms of 𝑡, a constant 𝑘 and an arbitrary constant 𝐴. [4]

18a) (і) Solve the inequality |1 + 𝑥| < 3. [2]

(іі) Hence write down the solution of −4 < |1 + 𝑥| < 3. [1]
b) Solve the inequality |𝑥 2 − 19| < 5(𝑥 − 1). [5]
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19. Using the Maclaurin series for 𝑒 𝑥 , find an expression for 𝑒 𝑥+𝑥 , up to and including
the term in 𝑥 3 . [4]

20.

The diagram shows the curve 𝑦 = 𝑒 −𝑥 . The shaded region 𝑅 is bounded by the curve
and the lines 𝑦 = 1 and 𝑥 = 𝑝, where 𝑝 is a constant.
a) Find the area of 𝑅 in terms of 𝑝. [4]
b) Show that if the area of 𝑅 is equal to 1 then
𝑝 = 2 − 𝑒 −𝑝 . [1]
c) Use the iterative formula
𝑃𝑛+1 = 2 − 𝑒 −𝑝𝑛 ,
with initial value 𝑝1 = 2, to calculate the value of 𝑝 correct to 2decimal places. Give
the result of each iteration to 4 decimal places. [3]

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Tuks.t: 1~2 testing

Pure Mathematics Paper 1: [Time 3hrs]

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

Write your name and surname on the answer paper.

A blue or black pen is required for all the writing.

You may use a pencil for any diagrams or graphs.

Answer all questions.

If a numerical answer cannot be given exactly, and the accuracy required is

not specified in the question, then in the case of an angle it should be given
correct to the nearest degree, and in other cases it should be given correct
to 2 significant figures.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or

part question.

The total number of the marks for this paper is 120.

The use of an electronic calculator is expected, where appropriate.

You are reminded of the need for clear presentation in your answers.

[Turn over]
 Answer all questions

1. Solve the equations

a) log 4 2 + log 9 (2𝑥 + 5) = log 8 64, [4]

54𝑦−1 125𝑦+3
b) = , [4]
25𝑦 252−𝑦
c) 2 ln(5 − 𝑒 −2𝑥 ) = 1, giving answer correct to 3 significant figures. [4]

2. Prove that the equation (2𝑎 − 1)𝑥 2 + (3𝑎 + 1)𝑥 + 𝑎 + 1 = 0 has always 2 real and
distinct roots for all real values of 𝑎. [5]

3. Solve the inequality |3−3𝑥 − 54| < 27. [4]

4. The cubic polynomial 𝑓(𝑥) is such that the coefficient of 𝑥 3 is −1 and the roots of the
equation 𝑓(𝑥) = 0 are 1, 2 and 𝑘. Given that 𝑓(𝑥) has a remainder of 8 when divided by
(𝑥 − 3), find
a) the value of 𝑘, [5]
b) the remainder when 𝑓(𝑥) is divided by 𝑥 + 3. [1]

5. The complex numbers −2 + 𝑖 and 3 + 𝑖 are denoted by 𝑢 and 𝑣 respectively.

a) Find in terms of 𝑥 + 𝑖𝑦, the complex numbers
(і) 𝑢 + 𝑣, [1]
𝑢
(іі) , showing all your working. [2]
𝑣
𝑢
b) State the argument of . [1]
𝑣
In an Argand diagram with origin O, the points 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 represent the complex numbers
𝑢, 𝑣 and 𝑢 + 𝑣 respectively.
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c) Prove that angle 𝐴𝑂𝐵 = 𝜋. [2]
4
d) State fully the geometrical relationship between the line segments 𝑂𝐴 and 𝐵𝐶. [2]

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6a) Find the term independent of 𝑥 in the expansion of (2𝑥 + ) . [4]
2𝑥 3
b) Obtain
(і) the first three terms in the expansion, in descending powers of 𝑥, of (3𝑥 − 1)6. [3]
(іі) the coefficient of 𝑥 5 in the expansion of (3𝑥 − 1)6 (2𝑥 + 1). [2]
7. The table shows experimental values of the variables 𝑥 and 𝑦 which are related by the
equation 𝑦 = 𝐴𝑏 𝑥 , where 𝐴 and 𝑏 are constants.

𝑥 2 4 6 8 10
𝑦 9,8 19,4 37,4 74,0 144,4

a) Use the data above in order to draw, on graph paper, the straight line graph of log 𝑦
against 𝑥, using 1 cm for 1 unit of 𝑥 and 10 cm for 1 unit of log 𝑦. [3]
b) Use the graph to estimate the value of 𝐴 and of 𝑏. [4]
c) On the same diagram, draw the straight line representing 𝑦 = 2𝑥 and hence find the
value of 𝑥 for which 𝐴𝑏 𝑥 = 2𝑥 . [3]
8.

The diagram shows a quadrilateral 𝐴𝐵𝐶𝐷 in which the point 𝐴 is (−1; −1), the point
𝐵 is (3; 6) and the point 𝐶 is (9; 4). The diagonals 𝐴𝐶 and 𝐵𝐷 intersect at 𝑀. Angle
𝐵𝑀𝐴 = 90° and 𝐵𝑀 = 𝑀𝐷, Calculate
a) the coordinates of 𝑀 and 𝐷. [6]
b) the ratio 𝐴𝑀: 𝑀𝐶. [2]
9a) Find ∫ cot 2 𝑥 𝑑𝑥. [2]

sin2 𝑥(sec 𝑥+cosec 𝑥)

b) Prove the identity ≡ 1 + tan 𝑥. [3]
cos 𝑥 tan 𝑥
10. The function 𝑓 is such that 𝑓(𝑥) = 2𝑥 + 3 for 𝑥 ≥ 0. The function 𝑔 is such that
𝑔(𝑥) = 𝑎𝑥 2 + 𝑏 for 𝑥 ≤ 𝑞, where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑞 are constants. The function 𝑓𝑔 is such
that 𝑓𝑔(𝑥) = 6𝑥 2 − 21.

a) Find the values of 𝑎 and 𝑏. [3]

b) Find the greatest possible value of 𝑞. [2]
c) Write the domain of 𝑓𝑔(𝑥). [1]
It is now given that 𝑞 = −3.
d) Find the range of 𝑓𝑔. [1]
e) Find an expression for (𝑓𝑔)−1 (𝑥) and state the domain of (𝑓𝑔)−1 . [3]

11.

The diagram shows two circles, 𝐶1 and 𝐶2 , touching at the point T. Circle 𝐶1 has centre
P and radius 8 cm; circle 𝐶2 has centre 𝑄 and radius 2 cm. Points 𝑅 and 𝑆 lie on 𝐶1 and
𝐶2 respectively, and 𝑅𝑆 is a tangent to both circles.

a) Show that 𝑅𝑆 = 8 cm. [2]

b) Find angle 𝑅𝑃𝑄 in radians correct to 4 significant figures. [2]
c) Find the area of the shaded region. [4]
12a) A cyclist completes a long-distance charity event across Africa. The total distance
is 3050 km. He starts the event on May 1st and cycles 200 km on that day. On each
subsequent day he reduces the distance cycled by 5 km.
(і) How far will he travel on May 15th? [2]
(іі) On what date will he finish the event? [3]

b) A geometric progression is such that the third term is 8 times the sixth term, and the
1
sum of the first six terms is 31 2 . Find

(і) the first term of the progression, [4]

(іі) the sum to infinity of the progression. [1]

13.

The diagram shows a cuboid 𝑂𝐴𝐵𝐶𝐷𝐸𝐹𝐺 with a horizontal base 𝑂𝐴𝐵𝐶 in which
𝑂𝐴 = 4 cm and 𝐴𝐵 = 15 cm. The height 𝑂𝐷 of the cuboid is 2 cm. The point 𝑋 on 𝐴𝐵
is such that 𝐴𝑋 = 5 cm and the point 𝑃 on 𝐷𝐺 is such that 𝐷𝑃 = 𝑝 cm, where 𝑝 is a
constant. Unit vectors i, j and k are parallel to 𝑂𝐴, 𝑂𝐶 and 𝑂𝐷 respectively.
a) Find the possible values of 𝑝 such that angle 𝑂𝑃𝑋 = 90°. [4]
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ .
b) For the case where 𝑝 = 9, find the unit vector in the direction of 𝑋𝑃 [2]
c) A point 𝑄 lies on the face 𝐶𝐵𝐹𝐺 and is such that 𝑋𝑄 is parallel to 𝐴𝐺. Find ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑋𝑄. [3]

14. The equation of a curve is 𝑦 = √(8𝑥 − 𝑥 2 ). Find

𝑑𝑦
a) an expression for , and the coordinates of the stationary point on the curve, [4]
𝑑𝑥
b) the volume obtained when the region bounded by the curve and the 𝑥-axis is rotated
through 360° about the 𝑥-axis. [4]
15.

1
The diagram shows the curve 𝑦 = √(1 + 2 tan2 𝑥) for 0 ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 4 𝜋.

a) Use the trapezium rule with three strips to estimate the value of
1
𝜋
4
∫ √(1 + 2 tan2 𝑥) 𝑑𝑥,
0
giving your answer correct to 2 decimal places. [3]
b) The estimate found in part (a) is denoted by 𝐸. Explain, without further calculation,
with a reason, whether another estimate found using the trapezium rule with six strips
would be greater than 𝐸 or less that 𝐸. [2]
16a) Express 3 cos 𝜃 + 2 sin 𝜃 in the form 𝑅 cos(𝜃 − 𝛼), where 𝑅 > 0 and 0° < 𝛼 < 90°,
stating the exact value of 𝑅 and giving the value of 𝛼 correct to 1 decimal place. [2]
b) Solve the equation 3 cos 𝜃 + 2 sin 𝜃 = 3,5 giving all solutions in the interval
0° ≤ 𝜃 ≤ 180°. [4]
c) The graph of 𝑦 = 3 cos 𝜃 + 2 sin 𝜃, for 0° ≤ 𝜃 ≤ 180°, has one stationary point.
State the coordinates of this point. [1]

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Pure Mathematics Paper 2: [Time 3hrs]

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

Write your name and surname on the answer paper.

A blue or black pen is required for all the writing.

You may use a pencil for any diagrams or graphs.

Answer all questions in [Section A] and any five questions in [Section B].

If a numerical answer cannot be given exactly, and the accuracy required is

not specified in the question, then in the case of an angle it should be given
correct to the nearest degree, and in other cases it should be given correct
to 2 significant figures.

If a numerical value for 𝒈 is necessary, take 𝒈 = 𝟗. 𝟖𝟏𝐦𝐬 −𝟐.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or

part question.

The total number of the marks for this paper is 120.

The use of an electronic calculator is expected, where appropriate.

You are reminded of the need for clear presentation in your answers.

[Turn over]
 Section A [40 marks]
Answer all questions in this section.

1. Two cirlces C1 and C2 have a common chord, PQ, whose equation is 4𝑥 + 3𝑦 = 36.
a) Given that the equation of circle C1 is 𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 − 20𝑥 − 14𝑦 + 99 = 0, find the
coordinates of P and Q. [6]
PQ is also a diameter of the circle C2.
b) Find the equation of C2 in the form 𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 + 𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏𝑦 + 𝑐 = 0, where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐
are integers. [4]
c) Find the equation of the tangent to circle C2 at the point Q. [4]

2a) Using Macluarin’s theorem, show by differentiating that a series expansion for
4 2
8𝑥 3
ln(1 + 2𝑥) up to and including the term in 𝑥 is ln(1 + 2𝑥) = 2𝑥 − 2𝑥 + − 4𝑥 4 . [6]
3
b) Hence or otherwise find the corresponding Maclaurin’s expansion for

3 1 + 2𝑥
ln { √ } [3]
1 − 2𝑥

3. G is the group of symmetries of an equilateral triangle, under composition of

transformations. Its group table is

a) State the identity element. [1]

b) State whether the element 𝑎 represents a reflection or a rotation. Justify your answer. [2]
c) Find a subgroup of order 3. [2]
d) Find the period of element 𝑏. [1]
e) Explain why the group G has no element of order 4. [1]
f) Is group G cyclic or not? Give a reason for your answer. [2]
4. A circular cylinder is expanding in such a way that, at time 𝑡 seconds, the length of the
cylinder is 20𝑥 cm and the area of the cross-section is 𝑥 cm2 . Given that, when 𝑥 = 5,
the area of the cross-section is increasing at a rate of 0,025cm2 𝑠 −1 , find the rate of increase
at this instant of
a) the length of the cylinder, [2]
b) the volume of the cylinder, [3]
c) the radius of the cylinder. [3]

Section B [80 marks]

Answer any five questions from this section. Each question carries 16 marks.

0 −1 2
5a) Let N = ( 1 1 2).
−1 𝑝 1
(і) State the dimensions of matrix N. [1]

(іі) Find the rational value of 𝑝 for which this matrix does not have an inverse. [4]

(ііі) If 𝑝 = 3, find the inverse of N. [6]

3 −1
b) The matrix P = ( ) represents a linear transformation of the 𝑥 − 𝑦 plane.
0 1
Find the equation of the straight line through the origin, each of whose points is invariant
under this transformation. [5]

6a) The plane 𝜋1 has equation 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 + 6𝑧 = 16. The plane 𝜋2 is parallel to plane 𝜋1 and
contains the point with position vector 𝐢 + 4𝐣 + 2𝐤.
(і) Find the cartesian equation of 𝜋2 . [2]
(іі) Calculate the perpendicular distance between plane 𝜋1 and plane 𝜋2 . [3]
b) The straight line 𝑙 has equation 𝐫 = 𝐢 + 6𝐣 − 3𝐤 + 𝑠(𝐢 − 2𝐣 + 2𝐤). Another plane 𝑝
has equation (𝐫 − 3𝐢). (2𝐢 − 3𝐣 + 6𝐤) = 0. The line 𝑙 intersects the plane 𝑝 at the
point A.
(і) Find the position vector of A. [3]
(іі) Find the acute angle between 𝑙 and 𝑝. [3]
(ііі) Find a vector equation for the line which lies in 𝑝, passes through A and is
perpendicular to 𝑙. [5]
7a) A certain curve is such that its gradient at a point (𝑥; 𝑦) is proportional to 𝑥𝑦. At the
point (1; 2) the gradient is 4.
(і) By setting up and solving a differential equation, show that the equation of the
2
curve is 𝑦 = 2𝑒 𝑥 −1 . [7]
(іі) State the gradient of the curve at the point (−1; 2) and sketch the curve. [2]
b) Liquid is flowing into a small tank which has a leak. Initially the tank is empty and,
𝑡 minutes later, the volume of liquid in the tank is 𝑉 cm3 . The liquid is flowing into
the tank at a constant rate of 80 cm3 per minute. Because of the leak, liquid is being
lost from the tank at a rate which, at any instant, is equal to 𝑘𝑉 cm3 per minute where
𝑘 is a positive constant.
Write down a differential equation describing this situation and solve it, obtaining an
expression of 𝑉 in terms of e, 𝑘 and 𝑡. [7]

1
8a) (і) Prove the identity sin2 𝜃cos2 𝜃 ≡ (1 − cos4𝜃). [3]
8
(іі) Hence find the exact value of
1
𝜋
3
∫ sin2 θcos2 θ d𝜃 . [3]
0

b)

1
The diagram shows the curve 𝑦 = 𝑒 −2𝑥 √1 + 2𝑥 and its maximum point 𝑀. The shaded
region between the curve and the axes is denoted by 𝑅.
(і) Find the 𝑥-coordinate of 𝑀. [4]
(іі) Find the volume of the solid obtained when 𝑅 is rotated completely about the 𝑥-axis.
Give your answer in terms of 𝜋 and e. [6]
9a) (і) Find the four roots of the equation 𝑧 4 = 8(√3 + i) in the form 𝑧 = 𝑟e𝑖𝜃 . [5]
(іі) Show these roots on an Argand diagram. [2]

b) (і) Use de Moivre’s theorem to show that 𝑠𝑖𝑛5 𝜃 ≡ 𝑎 sin 5𝜃 + 𝑏 sin 3𝜃 + 𝑐 sin 𝜃
where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 are constants to be found. [5]
(іі) Hence, leaving your answer as a fraction, find
𝜋
3
∫ 𝑠𝑖𝑛5 𝜃 𝑑𝜃 . [4]
0

10a) (і) Show that, for 𝑟 > 0

1 1 2𝑟 + 1
2
− 2
≡ 2 [1]
𝑟 (1 + 𝑟) 𝑟 (𝑟 + 1)2
(іі) Hence prove that, for 𝑛 ∈ ℕ
𝑛
2𝑟 + 1 𝑛(𝑛 + 2)
∑ = [3]
𝑟 2 (𝑟
+ 1) 2 (𝑛 + 1)2
𝑟=1

(ііі) Show that, for 𝑛 ∈ ℕ, 𝑛 > 1

3𝑛
6𝑟 + 3 𝑎𝑛2 + 𝑏𝑛 + 𝑐
∑ =
𝑟 2 (𝑟 + 1)2 𝑛2 (3𝑛 + 1)2
𝑟=𝑛
where 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 are constants to be found. [3]

𝜋 𝜋
b) (і) Find the Taylor series expansion about of tan 𝑥 in ascending powers of (𝑥 − )
4 4
𝜋 3
up to and including the term in (𝑥 − ) . [7]
4

5𝜋 𝜋 𝜋2 𝜋3
(іі) Deduce that an approximation for tan is 1 + + + . [2]
12 3 18 81
11a) Using the principle of mathematical induction, prove that
𝑛
3𝑟 + 2 𝑛(2𝑛 + 3)
∑ = . [6]
𝑟(𝑟 + 1)(𝑟 + 2) (𝑛 + 1)(𝑛 + 2)
𝑟=1

b) (і) On a single diagram sketch the graph of 𝑦 = 𝜋 sin 𝑥 and 𝑦 = 𝜋 − 𝑥, for

−3𝜋 ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 3𝜋, and hence state the number of real roots of the equation
𝜋 sin 𝑥 = 𝜋 − 𝑥. [4]
𝜋
(іі) Show by calculation, that the equation has a root between 𝑥 = 0 and 𝑥 = . [2]
2
1
(іі) Taking 4 𝜋 as a first approximation to one of the roots 𝛼, apply Newton-Raphson
process once to find a second approximation to 𝛼, giving three decimal places in
your answer. [4]

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Pure Mathematics Paper 2: [Time 3hrs]

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

Write your name and surname on the answer paper.

A blue or black pen is required for all the writing.

You may use a pencil for any diagrams or graphs.

Answer all questions in [Section A] and any five questions in [Section B].

If a numerical answer cannot be given exactly, and the accuracy required is

not specified in the question, then in the case of an angle it should be given
correct to the nearest degree, and in other cases it should be given correct
to 2 significant figures.

If a numerical value for 𝒈 is necessary, take 𝒈 = 𝟗. 𝟖𝟏𝐦𝐬 −𝟐.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or

part question.

The total number of the marks for this paper is 120.

The use of an electronic calculator is expected, where appropriate.

You are reminded of the need for clear presentation in your answers.

[Turn over]
 Section A [40 marks]
Answer all questions in this section.

1. The power developed by an engine varies as the length of the stroke and as the square
of the bore. An engine with a bore 8 cm and stroke 9 cm develops 2,4 kW.
a) Find the power developed by an engine with bore 8 cm and stroke 6 cm. [4]
b) Find the bore of an engine which develops 3 kW when the stroke is 5 cm. [2]

2. An open topped cuboidal box is to be made from a rectangular piece of metal 10cm by
16cm. Squares, of side 𝑥 cm, are to be cut from each corner and then four flaps are to
be folded up. Find the maximum volume attainable for the box and prove that it is a
maximum. [6]

3. Describe fully the transformations that maps:

2 1
𝑦= onto 𝑦 = . [3]
√1+𝑥 √3+𝑥
4. The first, second and third terms of an arithmetric series are 𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 respectively.
5
Prove that the sum of the first ten terms can be expressed as (9𝑐 − 5𝑎). These numbers
2
𝑎, 𝑏 and 𝑐 are also the first, third and forth terms respectively of a geometrical series.
Prove that (2𝑏 − 𝑐)𝑐 2 = 𝑏 3 . [6]

𝑥 2
5. Solve the inequality ≥ . [5]
𝑥+1 𝑥+3

6a) Express −2,7 sin 𝜃 − 4,1 cos 𝜃 in the form 𝑅 sin(𝜃 + 𝛼), where 𝑅 > 0 and
0° < 𝛼 < 360°. [2]
b) Hence, or otherwise, solve the equation −2,7 sin 𝜃 − 4,1 cos 𝜃 = 2 for 0° < 𝛼 < 360°. [4]

7a) Prove the identity cos 4𝜃 + 4 cos 2𝜃 ≡ 8 cos4 𝜃 − 3 . [4]

b) Hence solve the equation cos 4𝜃 + 4 cos 2𝜃 = 2, for 0° ≤ 𝜃 ≤ 360°. [4]

 Section B [80 marks]
Answer any five questions from this section. Each question carries 16 marks.

3𝑥 4 +13𝑥 3 +27𝑥 2 +56𝑥+59

8a) Express in partial fractions . [6]
(𝑥+3)(𝑥 2 +4)
b) Hence, find
7
3𝑥 4 + 13𝑥 3 + 27𝑥 2 + 56𝑥 + 59
∫ 𝑑𝑥,
2 (𝑥 + 3)(𝑥 2 + 4)
giving the answer correct to 3 decimal places. [6]

𝑑𝑦
c) Find , leaving answer in terms of 𝑥, if 𝑦 = sin−1 𝑥. [4]
𝑑𝑥

9a) A sequence 𝑢1 , 𝑢2 , 𝑢3 ,… is such that 𝑢1 = 1 and

2𝑛+1
𝑢𝑛+1 = 𝑢𝑛 − , for all 𝑛 ≥ 1.
𝑛2 (𝑛+1)2
1
Use the method of mathematical induction to prove that 𝑢𝑛 = 2 . [4]
𝑛
1 1
b) The function f is defined by f ∶ 𝑥 ↦ for 𝑥 ∈ ℝ, 𝑥 ≠ 0, 𝑥 ≠ , 𝑥 ≠ 1. The function
2−2𝑥 2
g is defined by g(𝑥) = ff(𝑥).
1−𝑥
(і) Show that g(𝑥) = and gg(𝑥) = 𝑥. [4]
1−2𝑥
It is given that f and g are elements of a group 𝐾 under the operation of composition
1
of functions. The element e is the identity, where e : 𝑥 ↦ 𝑥 for 𝑥 ∈ ℝ, 𝑥 ≠ 0, 𝑥 ≠ ,
2
𝑥 ≠ 1.
(іі) State the orders of the elements f and g. [2]
(ііі) The inverse of the element f is denoted by h. Find h(𝑥). [2]
(іv) Construct the operation table for the elements e, f, g, h of the group 𝐾. [4]

3 cos(2𝑥)
10a) Find Maclaurin series for up to the term in 𝑥 2 . [6]
1+ln(1−4𝑥)

b) Produce a power series for 𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 2𝑥 as far as the term in 𝑥 6 . [5]

𝜋
c) Find a Taylor series for cot (𝑥 + 4 ), up to and including the tern in 𝑥 2 . [5]
 5
11a) Find, from first principles, the gradient of 𝑓(𝑥) =. [6]
𝑥
b) The parametric equations of a curve are 𝑥 = 2 + 𝑡 and 𝑦 = 𝑡 2 − 3. Find
(і) the coordinates of the point where the curve meets the 𝑦-axis, [2]
(іі) the points where the curve meets the 𝑥-axis, [3]
(ііі) the points of intersection of the curve with the line 𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 1. [5]

12a) Find the

(і) modulus and the argument of the conjugate of 5 + 12𝑖, [2]
(іі) square roots of 5 + 12𝑖, in the form 𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖, where 𝑎, 𝑏 ∈ ℝ. [5]
b) Illustrate on Argand diagrams the set of points representing the complex number
𝑧 satisfying:
𝜋
(і) both |𝑧 − 2 − 5𝑖| ≤ 5 and arg(𝑧 + 2𝑖) = . [5]
4
𝑧−2 𝜋
(іі) arg ( )=− . [4]
𝑧+5 6

2 0
13a) Find the transformation represented by the matrix 𝑻 = ( ). [2]
0 3
3 0 −2 0
b) P is a 2 × 2 matrix such that ( )P−P=( ).
0 3 2 4
Find the matrix P. [3]

(1 + 𝑖) 2𝑖
c) Evaluate, leaving answer in Cartesian form: | |. [3]
−3𝑖 (1 − 4𝑖)

1
3 6 2
2
d) Find the reciprocal of 5 −3 7 . [8]
3
−1 0
( 5)

14a) 𝐴 = (−1; 2; 1), 𝐵 = (2; 3; 0) and 𝐶 = (3; 4; −2).

Find the area of the triangle 𝐴𝐵𝐶. [4]
2𝑦+4 3−𝑧
b) A straight line has Cartesian equation 𝑥 = = . Find its equation
5 2
(і) in the form 𝒓 = 𝒂 + 𝜆𝒃, [2]
(іі) in the form 𝒓 × 𝒃 = 𝒄 . [3]
c) Find the reflection, 𝐴𝐼 , of the point 𝐴(10; 1; 7) in the plane 𝜋, with equation
3
𝑟. (−2) = 7. [4]
1
d) Find, in exact form, the distance between the parallel planes 𝜋1 : 2𝑥 − 6𝑦 + 3𝑧 = 9
and 𝜋2 : 2𝑥 − 6𝑦 + 3𝑧 = 5. [3]

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Pure Mathematics Paper 2: [Time 3hrs]

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

Write your name and surname on the answer paper.

A blue or black pen is required for all the writing.

You may use a pencil for any diagrams or graphs.

Answer all questions in [Section A] and any five questions in [Section B].

If a numerical answer cannot be given exactly, and the accuracy required is

not specified in the question, then in the case of an angle it should be given
correct to the nearest degree, and in other cases it should be given correct
to 2 significant figures.

If a numerical value for 𝒈 is necessary, take 𝒈 = 𝟗. 𝟖𝟏𝐦𝐬 −𝟐.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or

part question.

The total number of the marks for this paper is 120.

The use of an electronic calculator is expected, where appropriate.

You are reminded of the need for clear presentation in your answers.

[Turn over]
 Section A [40 marks]
Answer all questions in this section.

1. The functions 𝑓 and 𝑔 are defined by

4
𝑓(𝑥) = − 2 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑥 > 0,
𝑥
4
𝑔(𝑥) = 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 0.
5𝑥 + 2
a) Find and simplify an expression for 𝑓𝑔(𝑥) and state the range of 𝑓𝑔. [3]
b) Find an expression for 𝑔−1 (𝑥) and find the domain of 𝑔−1 . [5]

2.

The diagram shows a circle 𝐶1 touching a circle 𝐶2 at a point 𝑋. Circle 𝐶1 has centre 𝐴
and radius 6 cm, and circle 𝐶2 has centre 𝐵 and radius 10 cm. Points 𝐷 and 𝐸 lie on 𝐶1
1
and 𝐶2 respectively and 𝐷𝐸 is parallel to 𝐴𝐵. Angle 𝐷𝐴𝑋 = 3 𝜋 radians and angle
𝐸𝐵𝑋 = 𝜃 radians.
a) By considering the perpendicular distances of 𝐷 and 𝐸 from 𝐴𝐵, show that the exact
3 √3
value of 𝜃 is sin−1 ( ). [3]
10
b) Find the perimeter of the shaded region, correct to 4 significant figures. [5]
 1+𝑐𝑜𝑠4 2𝑥
3a) Find ∫ 𝑑𝑥. [5]
𝑐𝑜𝑠2 2𝑥
b) Find the exact value of
14
6
∫ (2 + ) 𝑑𝑥,
4 3𝑥 − 2
giving your answer in the form ln(𝑎𝑒 𝑏 ), where 𝑎 and 𝑏 are integers. [5]

𝑥
4a) Find the first three non-zero terms in the expansion of as a series in ascending
ln(1+𝑥)
powers of 𝑥. [7]
b) State the set of values for which the expansion is valid. [1]

5a) Show that cos 4 𝑥 ≡ 1 − 2sin2 𝑥 + sin4 𝑥. [1]

b) Hence, or otherwise, solve the equation 8sin4 𝑥 + cos 4 𝑥 = 2cos 2 𝑥 for 0° ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 360°. [5]

Section B [80 marks]

Answer any five questions from this section. Each question carries 16 marks.

6a) A manufacturer of cans for baked beans wishes to use as little metal as possible in the
manufacture of these cans. The cans must have a volume of 500 cm3 .
(і) Express ℎ in terms of 𝑥 where, ℎ is the height of the cylinder and 𝑥 is the radius. [2]
(іі) Given that 𝑥 can vary, find the minimum value of 𝐴, where 𝐴 is the total surface
area of the closed can on both ends, needed to achieve this design. [7]
b) Find, from first principles, the derivative of 𝑓(𝑥) = sin 𝑥. [7]

7a) Find the real and imaginary parts of 3𝑒 𝑖𝑥 + 2𝑒 −𝑖𝑥 , in trigonometric form. [3]
1
b) Find 3 in rectangular form. [5]
(−2+2√3𝑖)
𝜋
c) Express 𝑧 = 2𝑒 1+ 3 𝑖 in Cartesian form, giving your answers correct to 2 decimal places. [5]
𝜋 𝜋 𝜋 𝜋
d) Find 𝑧1 𝑧2 if 𝑧1 = 2 (cos 3 + 𝑖 sin 3 ) and 𝑧2 = 3 (cos 6 − 𝑖 sin 6 ) in standard form. [3]
8a)

The diagram shows parts of the curves 𝑦 = (2𝑥 − 1)2 and 𝑦 2 = 1 − 2𝑥, intersecting at
two points 𝐴 and 𝐵.
(і) State the coordinates of 𝐴 and 𝐵. [2]
(іі) Find the volume of the solid obtained when the shaded region is rotated completely
about the 𝑥-axis, giving your answer in terms of 𝜋. [8]

𝑑2 𝑦 𝑑𝑦 2
b) Use a Taylor series to solve the differential equation, 𝑦 + ( ) +𝑦 = 0 up to and
𝑑𝑥 2 𝑑𝑥
𝑑𝑦
including the term in 𝑥 3 , given that 𝑦 = 1 and = 2 when 𝑥 = 0. [6]
𝑑𝑥

9a) The points 𝐴 and 𝐵 have position vectors, relative to the origin 𝑂, given by
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝐴 = 𝐢 + 2𝐣 + 3𝐤 and ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = 2𝐢 + 𝐣 + 3𝐤.
𝑂𝐵
The line 𝑙 has vector equation
𝐫 = (1 − 2𝑡)𝐢 + (5 + 𝑡)𝐣 + (2 − 𝑡)𝐤.
(і) Show that 𝑙 does not intersect the line passing through 𝐴 and 𝐵. [4]
(іі) The point 𝑃 lies on 𝑙 and is such that angle 𝑃𝐴𝐵 is equal to 60°. Given that
the position vector of 𝑃 is (1 − 2𝑡)𝐢 + (5 + 𝑡)𝐣 + (2 − 𝑡)𝐤, show that
3𝑡 2 + 7𝑡 + 2 = 0. Hence find the only possible position vector of 𝑃. [6]
b) Another line 𝑚 has equation 𝐫 = 4𝐢 + 2𝐣 − 𝐤 + 𝑡(2𝐢 − 𝐣 − 2𝐤). It is given that 𝑚
lies in the plane with equation 2𝑥 + 𝑏𝑦 + 𝑐𝑧 = 1, where 𝑏 and 𝑐 are constants. Find
the values of 𝑏 and c. [6]
 𝑑𝑦
10a) Solve the differential equation (4 − 𝑥) = 𝑦, given that 𝑦 = 4 when 𝑥 = 1,
𝑑𝑥
expressing 𝑦 in terms of 𝑥. [4]
b) Express in their simplest form
(і) 𝑒 ln 𝑥+ln 𝑦 , [1]
(іі) ln 𝑒 2𝑥 . [1]

c) The number 𝑁 of bacteria in a certain culture at time 𝑡 hours is given by 𝑁 = 600𝑒 𝑐𝑡

where 𝑐 is a constant.
Show that at any time 𝑡, the number of bacteria is increasing at a rate proportional
to the number of bacteria present at that time. [2]
The number of bacteria increases from 600 when 𝑡 = 0 to 1800 when 𝑡 = 2.
1
(і) Show that 𝑐 = ln 3. [6]
2
(іі) Show that the number of bacteria present at time 𝑡 hours can be expressed as
1
600𝐵 2 𝑡 , where 𝐵 is a constant to be found. [2]

11a) A group 𝐺 of order 6 has the combination table shown below.

(і) State the neutral element. [1]

(іі) State, with a reason, whether or not 𝐺 is commutative. [2]
(ііі) State the number of subgroups of 𝐺 which are of order 2. [1]
(іv) List the elements of the subgroup of 𝐺 which is of period 3. [1]
(v) Explain why the group 𝐺 has no element of order 4. [1]
(vі) A multiplicative group 𝐻 of order 6 has elements 𝑒, 𝑐, 𝑐 2 , 𝑐 3 , 𝑐 4 , 𝑐 5 , where 𝑒 is the
identity element. Write down the order of each of the elements 𝑐 3 , 𝑐 4 and 𝑐 5 . [3]
b) Prove by induction that 5𝑛 + 9 < 6𝑛 for all integers 𝑛 ≥ 2. [7]
12a) Determine the single transformation matrix 𝑻 that describes a reflection in the 𝑥- axis
followed by a dilation of factor 3 from the 𝑦- axis. [4]
b) The circles 𝐶1 and 𝐶2 are given by the following equations:
𝐶1 : 𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 + 2𝑥 − 8𝑦 + 4 = 0,
𝐶2 : 𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 − 10𝑥 − 26𝑦 + 142 = 0.
(і) Show that these circles touch externally. [7]
The line 𝑦 = 3𝑥 + 𝑘 is a tangent to the circle 𝐶1 .
(іі) Find the exact values of 𝑘. [5]

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