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Grade 9 Mathematics Exam Paper

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Grade 9 Mathematics Exam Paper

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GRADE 9 - MATHEMATICS QUESTION PAPER

Maximum Marks: 80

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory.
2. Use of calculator is not permitted.
3. Show all steps clearly in your solutions.
4. Figures are not necessarily drawn to scale.

SECTION A (1 mark each)


1. Simplify: (x² – y²) ÷ (x – y).
2. Find the value of 5/9 of 81.
3. Find the mean of the first five natural numbers.
4. If sin θ = 3/5, find cos θ.
5. Write the coordinates of the centroid of a triangle with vertices (0,0), (6,0), (0,6).

SECTION B (2 marks each)


6. Factorise: x² + 7x + 12.
7. A card is drawn from a well-shuffled pack of 52 cards. Find the probability of getting (i) a king (ii)
a red card.
8. Find the mode of the data: 2, 3, 4, 2, 6, 3, 2, 4, 6, 6, 2, 3.
9. A die is thrown once. Find the probability of getting a prime number.

SECTION C (3 marks each)


10. Divide 2x² + 3x + 1 by x + 1.
11. Draw the graph of y = 2x + 1 for x = -2, -1, 0, 1, 2. Hence find the value of y when x = 3.
12. The following table shows the daily wages of workers in a factory: Wages (Rs.): 0-50, 50-100,
100-150, 150-200, 200-250 No. of workers: 5, 10, 15, 20, 10 Construct a histogram.
13. A cone has radius 7 cm and height 24 cm. Find its slant height and curved surface area.

SECTION D (4 marks each)


14. The following distribution table shows the marks obtained by students: Marks: 0-10, 10-20,
20-30, 30-40, 40-50 No. of Students: 5, 8, 10, 7, 5 Find the mean marks of the students using the
direct method.
15. The angle of elevation of the top of a tower from a point on the ground is 30°. On moving 20 m
nearer, the angle of elevation becomes 60°. Find the height of the tower.
16. Solve for x: 2/(x+1) + 3/(x+2) = 5/(x+3).
17. A solid sphere of diameter 14 cm is melted to form smaller spheres, each of diameter 7 cm.
Find the number of spheres formed.
SOLUTIONS
1. (x² – y²) ÷ (x – y) = (x – y)(x + y) ÷ (x – y) = x + y.
2. 5/9 of 81 = (5 × 81)/9 = 45.
3. Mean = (1+2+3+4+5)/5 = 15/5 = 3.
4. sin θ = 3/5 ⇒ cos²θ = 1 – (9/25) = 16/25 ⇒ cos θ = 4/5.
5. Centroid = ((0+6+0)/3 , (0+0+6)/3) = (2,2).
6. x² + 7x + 12 = (x+3)(x+4).
7. Probability of king = 4/52 = 1/13, Probability of red card = 26/52 = 1/2.
8. Mode is the value with highest frequency = 2 (appears 4 times).
9. Prime numbers on die = 2,3,5 ⇒ 3/6 = 1/2.
10. Divide: Quotient = 2x + 1, Remainder = 0.
11. Graph passes through (-2,-3),(-1,-1),(0,1),(1,3),(2,5). For x=3, y=7.
12. Histogram drawn with class intervals on x-axis and frequency on y-axis.
13. Slant height = √(7² + 24²) = 25 cm. CSA = πrl = 22/7 × 7 × 25 = 550 cm².
14. Mean = Σfx/Σf = (5×5 + 8×15 + 10×25 + 7×35 + 5×45)/35 = 840/35 = 24.
15. Let height = h. From tan30 = h/x ⇒ h = x/√3. From tan60 = h/(x-20) ⇒ h = √3(x-20). Solving
gives h = 17.32 m.
16. LCM = (x+1)(x+2)(x+3). After simplification: 2(x+2)(x+3) + 3(x+1)(x+3) = 5(x+1)(x+2). ⇒ x=2.
17. Volume of big sphere = 4/3 π(7)³ = 1436π. Volume of small sphere = 4/3 π(3.5)³ = 179.5π. ⇒
1436/179.5 = 8 spheres.

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To divide 2x² + 3x + 1 by x + 1, polynomial long division is used, which finds that the quotient is 2x + 1 with a remainder of zero . Understanding this process is fundamental as it demonstrates how functions can be decomposed into manageable parts and helps in simplifying algebraic expressions for easier manipulation and solution-finding.

The process of simplifying (x² – y²) ÷ (x – y) involves recognizing that x² – y² is a difference of squares, which can be factored into (x - y)(x + y). Dividing by (x - y) leaves the simplified expression x + y . This illustrates the concept of factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions, revealing underlying structures in polynomials.

Understanding geometric properties allows computation of measures like surface area and volume. For a cone with radius 7 cm and height 24 cm, the slant height is 25 cm and curved surface area is 550 cm² . This knowledge aids in designing and engineering processes, ensuring efficient material use and structural integrity.

The probability of drawing a king from a standard deck is calculated by dividing the number of kings (4) by the total number of cards (52), yielding 4/52 or 1/13 . Probability is crucial in decision-making as it provides a quantitative measure for assessing the likelihood of various outcomes, enabling more informed choices in uncertain situations.

The mode is the value that appears most frequently in a data set, here it is 2, which appears 4 times . Understanding the mode is practically important as it can indicate the most common category or a frequent characteristic in data analysis, useful in fields such as economics for mode-based market analyses.

Histograms visually represent data distribution by showing frequency in continuous intervals, important for identifying patterns and outliers. To construct a histogram for wage data, plot class intervals (e.g., Wages Rs. 0-50) on the x-axis and frequencies (numbers of workers) on the y-axis . This helps in understanding the central tendency and spread of income levels among workers.

Solving rational equations like 2/(x+1) + 3/(x+2) = 5/(x+3) involves finding a common denominator, leading to simplification and cross multiplication to find x=2 . This process is significant as it involves manipulating expressions to isolate variables, critical for deriving mathematical models and solving complex problems in calculus and algebra.

The centroid of a triangle with vertices (0,0), (6,0), (0,6) is calculated by averaging the x-coordinates and y-coordinates separately, giving (2,2). Calculating the centroid is about finding the balance point and is crucial for solving problems involving centers of mass, symmetry and equilibrium in geometry.

When rolling a die, prime outcomes are 2, 3, and 5, making the probability 3/6 or 1/2 . This illustrates probability as the quantification of uncertain outcomes, enabling predictions and strategic decisions in scenarios ranging from games to financial risk assessments.

Trigonometry allows calculations using relationships between angles and sides. For a tower with an angle of elevation of 30° from a point and 60° from 20m closer, using tanθ = opposite/adjacent, the height h is found as 17.32 m . This utility in trigonometry is crucial in fields like engineering and architecture for accurately determining heights and distances without direct measurement.

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