Higher Plus
17th November 1982
- 1Proof of the Circle Theorems2 marks
In a circle theorem proof, a step uses the fact that OA and OB are both radii of the circle, so triangle OAB is isosceles. State the reason being quoted.
- 2Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 5 counters, r of them red. Two are taken without replacement and P(both red) = 1/10. Work out r.
- 3Histograms2 marks
On a histogram, a 10-wide bar and a 20-wide bar have the same frequency density of 2.5. How many more values are in the wider class?
- 4Bounds3 marks
A rectangle is 4 cm by 26 cm, each correct to the nearest cm. Work out the upper bound of its area.
- 5Quadratic Inequalities3 marks
Solve x^2 + x - 2 > 0.
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