Daily Practice

Higher Plus

6th July 1984

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

1
Surds3 marks
Rationalise the denominator of 42/sqrt(7), giving your answer in its simplest form.
2
Algebraic Fractions3 marks
Write 4/(x - 4) + 5/(x + 4) as a single fraction.
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is inversely proportional to x^2. When x = 2, y = 32. Work out y when x = 4.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 12 cm, 14 cm and 12 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 12 cm side, to 1 decimal place.
5
Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 5 red and n blue counters. The probability of taking a red is 5/13. Work out n.

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