Daily Practice

Higher Plus

8th March 1984

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

1
Surds3 marks
Simplify sqrt(20) + sqrt(45), giving your answer in the form a sqrt(b).
2
Algebraic Fractions3 marks
Simplify (x^2 + 4x - 12)/(x + 6).
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is inversely proportional to x^2. When x = 5, y = 48. Work out y when x = 4.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 14 cm, 6 cm and 11 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 14 cm side, to 1 decimal place.
5
Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 3 red and n blue counters. The probability of taking a red is 3/7. Work out n.

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