Higher
29th June 1956
- 1Direct and Inverse Proportion3 marks
y is directly proportional to x. When x = 9, y = 27. Work out y when x = 12.
- 2SOHCAHTOA (Trigonometry)3 marks
A right-angled triangle has a hypotenuse of 25 cm and an angle of 58°. Work out the side opposite that angle, to 1 decimal place.
- 3Probability Trees3 marks
2 of 8 bulbs in a box are faulty. Two are taken with replacement. Work out the probability at least one is faulty.
- 4Capture Recapture2 marks
A capture-recapture estimate is made of the fish population of a pond. State one assumption the method relies on.
- 5The Product Rule for Counting2 marks
A meal deal has 5 mains, 8 sides and 5 drinks. How many different meals are possible?
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