Daily Practice · Higher Plus

Daily Practice - Higher Plus

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

13th October 2011

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

1
Surds3 marks
Simplify sqrt(50) + sqrt(50), giving your answer in the form a sqrt(b).
2
Quadratic Inequalities3 marks
Solve x^2 + 7x > 0.
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is inversely proportional to x^2. When x = 2, y = 100. Work out y when x = 5.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 17 cm, 11 cm and 8 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 17 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 5/11. Work out n.

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