Higher Plus
14th September 1977
- 1Proof of the Circle Theorems2 marks
In a circle theorem proof, a step uses the fact that two tangents are drawn to a circle from the same external point. State the reason being quoted.
- 2Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 12 counters, r of them red. Two are taken without replacement and P(both red) = 5/33. Work out r.
- 3Histograms3 marks
A histogram has two bars: one 5 units wide with frequency density 1.2, one 25 units wide with density 3.5. How many values in total?
- 4Bounds3 marks
A rectangle is 24 cm by 26 cm, each correct to the nearest cm. Work out the upper bound of its area.
- 5Inverse and Composite Functions3 marks
f(x) = 3x - 5. Work out the inverse function f^-1(x).
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