Daily Practice

Higher Plus

21st December 1975

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

1
Bounds3 marks
x = 69 and y = 35, each correct to the nearest whole number. Work out the upper bound of x - y.
2
Proof3 marks
Prove that the sum of 7 consecutive integers is always a multiple of 7. State the simplified sum you would use.
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is inversely proportional to x^2. When x = 5, y = 16. Work out y when x = 2.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 6 cm, 7 cm and 11 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 6 cm side, to 1 decimal place.
5
Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 4 red and n blue counters. The probability of taking a red is 2/3. Work out n.

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