Daily Practice

Higher Plus

15th November 1959

5 questions · 15 marks · Grades 8-9 · 51 question types in this band

1
Bounds3 marks
x = 130 and y = 37, each correct to the nearest whole number. Work out the upper bound of x - y.
2
Completing the Square3 marks
Work out the coordinates of the turning point of y = x^2 - 4x - 12.
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is inversely proportional to x^2. When x = 2, y = 72. Work out y when x = 6.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 19 cm, 14 cm and 14 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 19 cm side, to 1 decimal place.
5
Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 7 red and n blue counters. The probability of taking a red is 7/9. Work out n.

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