Daily Practice · Higher Plus

Daily Practice - Higher Plus

Grades 8-9 - exam-stretch algebra, geometry and reasoning.

23rd January 2004

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

1
Surds3 marks
Rationalise the denominator of 77/sqrt(11), giving your answer in its simplest form.
2
Algebraic Fractions3 marks
Write 7/(x - 2) + 7/(x + 1) as a single fraction.
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is directly proportional to sqrt(x). When x = 25, y = 45. Work out y when x = 36.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 6 cm, 8 cm and 6 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 6 cm side, to 1 decimal place.
5
Probability Equation Questions3 marks
A bag holds 4 red and n blue counters. The probability of taking a red is 2/3. Work out n.

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