Daily Practice

Higher Plus

22nd March 1970

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

1
Bounds3 marks
x = 91 and y = 42, each correct to the nearest whole number. Work out the upper bound of x - y.
2
Algebraic Fractions3 marks
Simplify (x^2 + 3x - 10)/(x + 5).
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is directly proportional to sqrt(x). When x = 4, y = 6. Work out y when x = 16.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 11 cm, 6 cm and 14 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 11 cm side, to 1 decimal place.
5
Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 6 red and n blue counters. The probability of taking a red is 6/11. Work out n.

You are looking at an earlier sheet. Today's sheet is the one that adds a day.

Your run is kept in this browser only, and there is no account.

Any date always gives the same five questions, so a sheet can be set again or shared. All of March 1970, including the monthly compilation PDF.