Higher Plus
8th March 1979
- 1Proof of the Circle Theorems2 marks
In a circle theorem proof, a step uses the fact that a triangle is drawn from the ends of a diameter to a point on the circle. State the reason being quoted.
- 2Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 8 counters, r of them red. Two are taken without replacement and P(both red) = 3/14. Work out r.
- 3Histograms3 marks
A histogram has two bars: one 20 units wide with frequency density 2, one 5 units wide with density 1.4. How many values in total?
- 4Surds3 marks
Simplify sqrt(18) + sqrt(32), giving your answer in the form a sqrt(b).
- 5Proof3 marks
Prove that the sum of 4 consecutive integers is always a multiple of 2. State the simplified sum you would use.
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