Daily Practice · Higher Plus

Daily Practice - Higher Plus

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

19th May 2016

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

1
Surds3 marks
Simplify sqrt(12) + sqrt(75), giving your answer in the form a sqrt(b).
2
Inverse and Composite Functions3 marks
f(x) = 4x - 11. Work out the inverse function f^-1(x).
3
Direct and Inverse Proportion Depth3 marks
y is inversely proportional to x^2. When x = 5, y = 12. Work out y when x = 2.
4
The Cosine Rule3 marks
A triangle has sides 14 cm, 14 cm and 10 cm. Work out the angle opposite the 14 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 5/7. Work out n.

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