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Questions
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It is known that the number of fish in a given lake will decrease by 7% each year
unless some new fish are added. At the end of each year, 250 new fish are added to
the lake.

At the start of 2018, there are 2500 fish in the lake.

a.

Show that there will be approximately 2645 fish in the lake at the start of 2020.

[3]

b. Find the approximate number of fish in the lake at the start of 2042. [5]

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John purchases a new bicycle for 880 US dollars (USD) and pays for it with a
Canadian credit card. There is a transaction fee of 4.2 % charged to John by the credit
card company to convert this purchase into Canadian dollars (CAD).

The exchange rate is 1 USD = 1.25 CAD.

John insures his bicycle with a US company. The insurance company produces the
following table for the bicycle’s value during each year.

The values of the bicycle form a geometric sequence.

During the 1st year John pays 120 USD to insure his bicycle. Each year the amount he
pays to insure his bicycle is reduced by 3.50 USD.

a. Calculate, in CAD, the total amount John pays for the bicycle. [3]

b.

Find the value of the bicycle during the 5th year. Give your answer to two
decimal places.

[3]

c. Calculate, in years, when the bicycle value will be less than 50 USD. [2]

d. Find the total amount John has paid to insure his bicycle for the first 5 years.

[3]

e. John purchased the bicycle in 2008.

Justify why John should not insure his bicycle in 2019. [3]

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On 1st January 2020, Laurie invests $P in an account that pays a nominal annual
interest rate of 5.5 %, compounded quarterly.

The amount of money in Laurie’s account at the end of each year follows a
geometric sequence with common ratio, r.

a. Find the value of r, giving your answer to four significant figures. [3]

b. Laurie makes no further deposits to or withdrawals from the account.

Find the year in which the amount of money in Laurie’s account will become
double the amount she invested.

[3]

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a.

Prove the identity (𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞) ≡ 𝑝3 + 𝑞3 .

3

[2]

b. The equation 2𝑥2 − 5𝑥 + 1 = 0 has two real roots, 𝛼 and 𝛽.

1
Consider the equation 𝑥2 + 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑛 = 0, where 𝑚, 𝑛 ∈ ℤ and which has roots 3
𝛼
1
𝛽
and 3 .
Without solving 2𝑥2 − 5𝑥 + 1 = 0, determine the values of 𝑚 and 𝑛.

[6]

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$ 70, 000. At the start of each new year, Helen receives an annual salary increase of
Helen and Jane both commence new jobs each starting on an annual salary of

$ 2400.

Let $ 𝐻𝑛 represent Helen’s annual salary at the start of her 𝑛th year of employment.

At the start of each new year, Jane receives an annual salary increase of 3 % of her
previous year’s annual salary.

Jane’s annual salary, $ 𝐽𝑛 , at the start of her 𝑛th year of employment is given by
𝐽𝑛 = 70 000(1 . 03)
𝑛−1
.

At the start of year 𝑁, Jane’s annual salary exceeds Helen’s annual salary for the first
time.

a. Show that 𝐻𝑛 = 2400𝑛 + 67 600. [2]

b.

Given that 𝐽𝑛 follows a geometric sequence, state the value of the common
ratio, 𝑟.

[1]

c.i. Find the value of 𝑁. [3]

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For the value of 𝑁 found in part (c) (i), state Helen’s annual salary and
Jane’s annual salary, correct to the nearest dollar.

[2]

d.

Find Jane’s total earnings at the start of her 10th year of employment. Give
your answer correct to the nearest dollar.

[4]

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2 + 7𝑥 𝐴 𝐵
≡ + , where 𝐴, 𝐵 ∈ ℤ.
(1 + 2𝑥)(1 − 𝑥) 1 + 2𝑥 1 − 𝑥
Consider the identity

a. Find the value of 𝐴 and the value of 𝐵. [3]

b.
2 + 7𝑥
in ascending powers of 𝑥, up to and including the
(1 + 2𝑥)(1 − 𝑥)
Hence, expand
term in 𝑥2 .

[4]

c.
3
Give a reason why the series expansion found in part (b) is not valid for 𝑥 = .
4
[1]

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Prove by contradiction that log2 5 is an irrational number.

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a.

Write down and simplify the first three terms, in ascending powers of 𝑥, in the
1
Extended Binomial expansion of (1 − 𝑥) 3 .

[3]

1
By substituting 𝑥 = find a rational approximation to 3√9.
9
b. [3]

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Phil takes out a bank loan of $150 000 to buy a house, at an annual interest rate of
3.5%. The interest is calculated at the end of each year and added to the amount
outstanding.

To pay off the loan, Phil makes annual deposits of $P at the end of every year in a
savings account, paying an annual interest rate of 2% . He makes his first deposit at
the end of the first year after taking out the loan.

David visits a different bank and makes a single deposit of $Q , the annual interest
rate being 2.8%.

a.

Find the amount Phil would owe the bank after 20 years. Give your answer to
the nearest dollar.

[3]

(1.0220 − 1)𝑃
(1.02 − 1)
b. [3]
Show that the total value of Phil’s savings after 20 years is .

c.

Given that Phil’s aim is to own the house after 20 years, find the value for 𝑃 to
the nearest dollar.

[3]

d.i.

David wishes to withdraw $5000 at the end of each year for a period of 𝑛 years.
Show that an expression for the minimum value of 𝑄 is
5000 5000 5000
+ +…+
1.028 1.0282 1.028𝑛
. [3]

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Hence or otherwise, find the minimum value of 𝑄 that would permit David to
withdraw annual amounts of $5000 indefinitely. Give your answer to the nearest
dollar.

[3]

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The 3rd term of an arithmetic sequence is 1407 and the 10th term is 1183.

Calculate the number of positive terms in the sequence.

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Use mathematical induction to prove that (1 − 𝑎) > 1 − 𝑛𝑎 for {𝑛 : 𝑛 ∈ ℤ + , 𝑛 ⩾ 2}

𝑛

where 0 < 𝑎 < 1.

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Let 𝑧 = 𝑎 + 𝑏i, 𝑎, b ∈ ℝ + and let arg 𝑧 = 𝜃.

a.

Show the points represented by 𝑧 and 𝑧 − 2𝑎 on the following Argand diagram.

[1]

b.i. Find an expression in terms of θ for arg(𝑧 − 2𝑎). [1]

𝑧
Find an expression in terms of θ for arg( ).
𝑧 − 2𝑎
[Link]. [2]

𝑧
Hence or otherwise find the value of θ for which Re( ) = 0.
𝑧 − 2𝑎
c. [3]

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A new café opened and during the first week their profit was $60.

The café’s profit increases by $10 every week.

A new tea-shop opened at the same time as the café. During the first week their
profit was also $60.

The tea-shop’s profit increases by 10 % every week.

b. Calculate the café’s total profit for the first 12 weeks. [3]

d. Calculate the tea-shop’s total profit for the first 12 weeks. [3]

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𝜋
Solve 𝑧2 = 4e 2 , giving your answers in the form
i

a. 𝑟ei𝜃 where 𝑟, 𝜃 ∈ ℝ, 𝑟 > 0. [3]

b. 𝑎 + i𝑏 where 𝑎, 𝑏 ∈ ℝ. [2]

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Boxes of mixed fruit are on sale at a local supermarket.

Box A contains 2 bananas, 3 kiwifruit and 4 melons, and costs $6.58.

Box B contains 5 bananas, 2 kiwifruit and 8 melons and costs $12.32.

Box C contains 5 bananas and 4 kiwifruit and costs $3.00.

Find the cost of each type of fruit.

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Rosa joins a club to prepare to run a marathon. During the first training session Rosa
runs a distance of 3000 metres. Each training session she increases the distance she
runs by 400 metres.

A marathon is 42.195 kilometres.

In the 𝑘th training session Rosa will run further than a marathon for the first time.

Carlos joins the club to lose weight. He runs 7500 metres during the first month. The
distance he runs increases by 20% each month.

a.i. Write down the distance Rosa runs in the third training session; [1]

[Link]. Write down the distance Rosa runs in the 𝑛th training session. [2]

b. Find the value of 𝑘. [2]

c.

Calculate the total distance, in kilometres, Rosa runs in the first 50 training
sessions.

[4]

d. Find the distance Carlos runs in the fifth month of training. [3]

e. Calculate the total distance Carlos runs in the first year. [3]

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𝑘
9
Consider the expansion of (3 𝑥2 − ) , where 𝑘 > 0.
𝑥

The coefficient of the term in 𝑥6 is 6048. Find the value of 𝑘.

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1
An infinite geometric series has first term 𝑢1 = 𝑎 and second term 𝑢2 = 𝑎2 − 3𝑎
4
, where 𝑎 > 0.

a. Find the common ratio in terms of 𝑎. [2]

b. Find the values of 𝑎 for which the sum to infinity of the series exists. [3]

c. Find the value of 𝑎 when 𝑆 ∞ = 76. [3]

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The first term of an infinite geometric sequence is 4. The sum of the infinite sequence
is 200.

a. Find the common ratio. [2]

b. Find the sum of the first 8 terms. [2]

c. Find the least value of n for which Sn > 163. [3]

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The first terms of an infinite geometric sequence, 𝑢𝑛 , are 2, 6, 18, 54, …

The first terms of a second infinite geometric sequence, 𝑣𝑛 , are 2, −6, 18, −54, …

The terms of a third sequence, 𝑤𝑛 , are defined as 𝑤𝑛 = 𝑢𝑛 + 𝑣𝑛 .

225 𝑚
The finite series, ∑ 𝑤𝑘 , can also be written in the form ∑ 4𝑟𝑘 .
𝑘=1 𝑘=0

a. Write down the first three non-zero terms of 𝑤𝑛 . [3]

b.i. Find the value of 𝑟. [2]

[Link]. Find the value of 𝑚. [2]

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Consider a geometric sequence where the first term is 768 and the second term is
576.

Find the least value of 𝑛 such that the 𝑛th term of the sequence is less than 7.

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𝑛+1
Consider the expansion of (3 + 𝑥2 ) , where 𝑛 ∈ ℤ + .

Given that the coefficient of 𝑥4 is 20 412, find the value of 𝑛.

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Two friends Amelia and Bill, each set themselves a target of saving $ 20 000. They
each have $ 9000 to invest.

Amelia invests her $ 9000 in an account that offers an interest rate of 7 % per
annum compounded annually.

A third friend Chris also wants to reach the $ 20 000 target. He puts his money in a
safe where he does not earn any interest. His system is to add more money to this
safe each year. Each year he will add half the amount added in the previous year.

a.i.

Find the value of Amelia’s investment after 5 years to the nearest hundred
dollars.

[3]

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Determine the number of years required for Amelia’s investment to reach the
target.

[2]

b.

Bill invests his $ 9000 in an account that offers an interest rate of 𝑟 % per
annum compounded monthly, where 𝑟 is set to two decimal places.

Find the minimum value of 𝑟 needed for Bill to reach the target after 10 years.

[3]

c.i. Show that Chris will never reach the target if his initial deposit is $ 9000.

[5]

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after 5 years. Give your answer to the nearest dollar.

Find the amount Chris needs to deposit initially in order to reach the target

[3]

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π π 2𝑘π 2𝑘π
Consider the complex numbers 𝑧 = 2(cos + i sin ) and 𝑤 = 8(cos − i sin ),
5 5 5 5
where 𝑘 ∈ ℤ + .

Suppose that 𝑧𝑤 ∈ ℤ.

a. Find the modulus of 𝑧𝑤. [1]

b. Find the argument of 𝑧𝑤 in terms of 𝑘. [2]

c.i. Find the minimum value of 𝑘. [3]

[Link]. For the value of 𝑘 found in part (i), find the value of 𝑧𝑤. [1]

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Eight runners compete in a race where there are no tied finishes. Andrea and Jack are
two of the eight competitors in this race.

Find the total number of possible ways in which the eight runners can finish if Jack
finishes

a. in the position immediately after Andrea. [2]

b. in any position after Andrea. [3]

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Consider 𝑧 = cos 𝜃 + i sin 𝜃 where 𝑧 ∈ ℂ, 𝑧 ≠ 1.

1+𝑧
Show that Re( ) = 0.
1−𝑧

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All answers in this question should be given to four significant figures.

In a local weekly lottery, tickets cost $ 2 each.

In the first week of the lottery, a player will receive $ 𝐷 for each ticket, with the

player receiving $ 10 is 0 . 03. The grand prize in the first week of the lottery is $ 1000.
probability distribution shown in the following table. For example, the probability of a

same, but the value of the grand prize will be $ 2000 in the second week, and the
If nobody wins the grand prize in the first week, the probabilities will remain the

value of the grand prize will continue to double each week until it is won. All other
prize amounts will remain the same.

a. Find the value of 𝑐. [2]

b.

Determine whether this lottery is a fair game in the first week. Justify your
answer.

[4]

c.

write an expression in terms of 𝑛 for the value of the grand prize in the 𝑛th week
Given that the grand prize is not won and the grand prize continues to double,

of the lottery.

[2]

d.

The 𝑤th week is the first week in which the player is expected to make a profit.
Ryan knows that if he buys a lottery ticket in the 𝑤th week, his expected profit is
$ 𝑝.

Find the value of 𝑝. [7]

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the shape of an isosceles trapezoidal prism, ABCDEFGH.

A large underground tank is constructed at Mills Airport to store fuel. The tank is in

AB = 70 m , AF = 200 m, AD = 40 m, BC = 40 m and CD = 110 m. Angle ADC = 60°

and angle BCD = 60°. The tank is illustrated below.

Once construction was complete, a fuel pump was used to pump fuel into the empty

an arithmetic sequence with terms 𝑢1 , 𝑢2 , 𝑢3 , …, 𝑢𝑛 .

tank. The amount of fuel pumped into the tank by this pump each hour decreases as

Part of this sequence is shown in the table.

At the end of the 2nd hour, the total volume of fuel in the tank was 88 200 m3 .

a. Find ℎ, the height of the tank. [2]

b.

Show that the volume of the tank is 624 000 m3 , correct to three significant
figures.

[3]

c. Write down the common difference, 𝑑. [1]

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d. Find the amount of fuel pumped into the tank in the 13th hour. [2]

e.i. Find the value of 𝑛 such that 𝑢𝑛 = 0. [2]

[Link].

Write down the number of hours that the pump was pumping fuel into the tank.

[1]

f. Find the total amount of fuel pumped into the tank in the first 8 hours. [2]

g. Show that the tank will never be completely filled using this pump. [3]

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1 1 𝑥
9
Find the term independent of 𝑥 in the expansion of ( − )
𝑥3 3𝑥2 2
.

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2 7 𝑟
𝑛
The sum of the first 𝑛 terms of a geometric sequence is given by 𝑆𝑛 = Σ ( ) .
𝑟 = 13 8

a. Find the first term of the sequence, 𝑢1 . [2]

b. Find 𝑆 ∞ . [3]

c. Find the least value of 𝑛 such that 𝑆 ∞ − 𝑆𝑛 < 0 . 001. [4]

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In this question, give all answers correct to two decimal places.

Sam invests $ 1700 in a savings account that pays a nominal annual rate of interest of
2 . 74 % , compounded half-yearly. Sam makes no further payments to, or withdrawals
from, this account.

David also invests $ 1700 in a savings account that pays an annual rate of interest of
𝑟 % , compounded yearly. David makes no further payments or withdrawals from this
account.

a. Find the amount that Sam will have in his account after 10 years. [3]

b.

Find the value of 𝑟 required so that the amount in David’s account after 10 years
will be equal to the amount in Sam’s account.

[2]

c. Find the interest David will earn over the 10 years. [1]

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there is a row of 10 empty seats. For the first half of the show, they decide to sit next
Mary, three female friends, and her brother, Peter, attend the theatre. In the theatre

to each other in this row.

For the second half of the show, they return to the same row of 10 empty seats. The
four girls decide to sit at least one seat apart from Peter. The four girls do not have to
sit next to each other.

a. Find the number of ways these five people can be seated in this row. [3]

b. Find the number of ways these five people can now be seated in this row.

[4]

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Gemma and Kaia started working for different companies on January 1st 2011.

Gemma’s starting annual salary was $ 45 000, and her annual salary increases 2 %
on January 1st each year after 2011.

Kaia’s annual salary is based on a yearly performance review. Her salary for the years
2011, 2013, 2014, 2018, and 2022 is shown in the following table.

a. Find Gemma’s annual salary for the year 2021, to the nearest dollar. [3]

b.

𝑆 = 𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏, show that Kaia had a higher salary than Gemma in the year
Assuming Kaia’s annual salary can be approximately modelled by the equation

2021, according to the model.

[3]

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0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
Consider the set of six-digit positive integers that can be formed from the digits

Find the total number of six-digit positive integers that can be formed such that

a. the digits are distinct. [2]

b. the digits are distinct and are in increasing order. [2]

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Markschemes
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a.

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

EITHER

2019: 2500 × 0.93 + 250 = 2575 (M1)A1

2020: 2575 × 0.93 + 250 M1

OR

2020: 2500 × 0.932 + 250(0.93 + 1) M1M1A1

Note: Award M1 for starting with 2500, M1 for multiplying by 0.93 and adding 250
twice. A1 for correct expression. Can be shown in recursive form.

THEN

(= 2644.75) = 2645 AG

[3 marks]

b. 2020: 2500 × 0.932 + 250(0.93 + 1)

2042: 2500 × 0.9324 + 250(0.9323 + 0.9322 + … + 1) (M1)(A1)

(0.9324 − 1)
= 2500 × 0.93 24
+ 250
(0.93 − 1)
=3384 A1
(M1)(A1)

Note: If recursive formula used, award M1 for un = 0.93 un−1 and u0 or u1 seen (can
be awarded if seen in part (a)). Then award M1A1 for attempt to find u24 or
u25 respectively (different term if other than 2500 used) (M1A0 if incorrect term is
being found) and A2 for correct answer.

Note: Accept all answers that round to 3380. [5 marks]

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a.

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marking or structure.

1.042 × 880 × 1.25 OR (880 + 0.042 × 880) × 1.25 (M1)(M1)

Note: Award (M1) for multiplying 880 by 1.042 and (M1) for multiplying 880 by
1.25.

1150 (CAD) (1146.20 (CAD)) (A1)(G2)

Note: Accept 1146.2 (CAD)

[3 marks]

704 563.20
880 704
b. OR (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for correctly dividing sequential terms to find the common ratio,
or 0.8 seen.

880(0.8)5−1 (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for correct substitution into geometric sequence formula.

360.45 (USD) (A1)(G3)

Award at most (M0)(M1)(A0) if 𝑟 = 1.25.

Note: Do not award the final (A1) if the answer is not correct to 2 decimal places.

[3 marks]

880(0.8) < 50
𝑛−1
c. (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for correct substitution into geometric sequence formula and
(in)equating to 50. Accept weak or strict inequalities. Accept an equation. Follow

𝑦 = 50 as a valid method.
through from their common ratio in part (b). Accept a sketch of their GP with

OR 𝑢13 = 60.473 AND 𝑢14 = 48.379 (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for their 𝑢13 and 𝑢14 both seen. If the student states
𝑢14 = 48.379 < 50, without 𝑢13 = 60.473 seen, this is not sufficient to award (M1).

14 or “14th year” or “after the 13th year” (A1)(ft)(G2)

Note: The context of the question requires the final answer to be an integer. Award
at most (M1)(A0) for a final answer of 13.9 years. Follow through from their 0.8 in
part (b).

[2 marks]

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5
((2 × 120) + ( − 3.5(5 − 1)))
2
d. (M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into arithmetic series formula, (A1) for correct
substitution.

565 (USD) (A1)(G2) [3 marks]

e. 2019 is the 12th year/term (M1) Note: Award (M1) for 12 seen.

75.59 (value of bicycle) AND 81.5 (cost of insurance policy) (A1)(ft)

Note: Award (A1) for both sequences’ 12th term seen. The value of the bicycle will
follow through from their common ratio in part (b). Do not award (M0)(A1).

the cost of the insurance policy is greater than the value of the bicycle (R1)(ft)

Note: Award (R1)(ft) for a reason consistent with their cost of insurance policy and
their value of the bicycle. Follow through within this part. Award (R0) if the correct
values are not explicitly seen. Accept the following contextualized reasons: “the
insurance is not worth it", "the values are too close", "insurance is as much as the
value of the bike", but only if their cost of insurance is greater than the value of the
bicycle.

OR 75.59 < 81.5 (R1)(ft)

Note: Award (R1)(ft) for a correct numerical comparison showing their cost of
insurance policy is greater than their value of the bicycle. Follow through within
this part.

[3 marks]

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a.

5.5
4
(1 + )
4 × 100
(M1)(A1)

1.056 A1

[3 marks]

5.5
4𝑛
OR 2𝑃 = 𝑃 × (their (𝑎))
𝑚
2𝑃 = 𝑃 × (1 + )
100 × 4
b. EITHER
(M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into loan payment formula. Award (A1) for
correct substitution.

FV = ∓ 1 FV = ∓ 2
OR PV = ±1 OR PV = ±1 THEN 12.7 years

I% = 5.5 I% = 100(their (a) − 1)

P/Y = 4 P/Y = 1
C/Y = 4 C/Y = 1 (M1)(A1)
n = 50.756… (M1)(A1)

Laurie will have double the amount she invested during 2032 A1 [3 marks]

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a.

METHOD 1

(𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞) ≡ 𝑝3 + 𝑞3
3

attempts to expand (𝑝 + 𝑞)
3
M1

𝑝3 + 3𝑝2 𝑞 + 3𝑝𝑞2 + 𝑞3

(𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞) ≡ 𝑝3 + 3𝑝2 𝑞 + 3𝑝𝑞2 + 𝑞3 − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞)

3

≡ 𝑝3 + 3𝑝2 𝑞 + 3𝑝𝑞2 + 𝑞3 − 3𝑝2 𝑞 − 3𝑝𝑞2 A1

≡ 𝑝3 + 𝑞3 AG

Note: Condone the use of equals signs throughout.

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METHOD 2

(𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞) ≡ 𝑝3 + 𝑞3
3

attempts to factorise (𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞)

3
M1

≡ (𝑝 + 𝑞)((𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞) ( ≡ (𝑝 + 𝑞)(𝑝2 − 𝑝𝑞 + 𝑞2 ))

2

≡ 𝑝3 − 𝑝2 𝑞 + 𝑝𝑞2 + 𝑝2 𝑞 − 𝑝𝑞2 + 𝑞3 A1

≡ 𝑝3 + 𝑞3 AG

Note: Condone the use of equals signs throughout.

METHOD 3

𝑝3 + 𝑞3 ≡ (𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞)
3

attempts to factorise 𝑝3 + 𝑞3 M1

≡ (𝑝 + 𝑞)(𝑝2 − 𝑝𝑞 + 𝑞2 )

≡ (𝑝 + 𝑞)((𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞)
2
A1

≡ (𝑝 + 𝑞) − 3𝑝𝑞(𝑝 + 𝑞)
3
AG

Note: Condone the use of equals signs throughout.

[2 marks]

b.

Note: Award a maximum of A1M0A0A1M0A0 for 𝑚 = − 95 and 𝑛 = 8 found by using

5 ± √17
𝛼, 𝛽 = (𝛼, 𝛽 = 0 . 219…, 2 . 28…).
4
Condone, as appropriate, solutions that state but clearly do not use the values of 𝛼
and 𝛽.
Special case: Award a maximum of A1M1A0A1M0A0 for 𝑚 = − 95 and 𝑛 = 8
obtained by solving simultaneously for 𝛼 and 𝛽 from product of roots and sum of
roots equations.

1
𝛼𝛽 (seen anywhere) A1
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5 1 2
𝑥2 − 𝑥+ =0
(seen anywhere) A1
2 2
product of roots of

1 1 1 (
considers ( )( 3 ) by stating = 𝑛)
𝛼3
𝛽 (𝛼𝛽)
3
M1

1
Note: Award M1 for attempting to substitute their value of 𝛼𝛽 into
(𝛼𝛽)
3.

1 1
=
(𝛼𝛽)
3
1 3
( )
2

𝑛=8 A1 sum of roots of 𝑥2 − 5 𝑥 + 1 = 0

2 2
5
𝛼+𝛽=
2
(seen anywhere) A1

(𝛼 + 𝛽) − 3𝛼𝛽(𝛼 + 𝛽) 𝛼 + 𝛽 3 3(𝛼 + 𝛽) (
3
1 1 )
(( ) − 2 ) = −𝑚
𝛼 𝛽 (𝛼𝛽) 𝛼𝛽 (𝛼𝛽)
considers 3 and 3 by stating 3

M1

Note: Award M1 for attempting to substitute their values of 𝛼 + 𝑏 and 𝛼𝛽 into

their expression. Award M0 for use of (𝛼 + 𝛽) − 3𝛼𝛽(𝛼 + 𝛽) only.
3

𝑚 = − 95 A1 (𝑥2 − 95𝑥 + 8 = 0)
5 3 3 5
( ) − ( )( )
2 2 2
= ( = 125 − 30 = 95)
1
8

[6 marks]

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a.

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aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA course. There may be
minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam papers.

uses 𝐻𝑛 = 𝐻1 + (𝑛 − 1)𝑑 with 𝐻1 = 70 000 and 𝑑 = 2400 (M1)

𝐻𝑛 = 70 000 + 2400(𝑛 − 1) A1
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A1

so 𝐻𝑛 = 2400𝑛 + 67 600 AG

[2 marks]

b. 𝑟 = 1 . 03 A1 [1 mark]

c.i.

find the value of 𝑁 such that 𝐽𝑛 > 𝐻𝑛

evidence of use of an appropriate table or graph or GDC numerical solve feature to
(M1)

EITHER for example, an excerpt from an appropriate table

OR

(A1)

for example, use of a GDC numerical solve feature to obtain 𝑁 = 10 . 800… (A1)

Note: Award A1 for an appropriate graph. Condone use of a continuous graph.

THEN 𝑁 = 11 A1 [3 marks]

[Link]. 𝐻11 = 94 000 ( $ ) A1 𝐽11 = 94 074 ( $ ) A1

Helen’s annual salary is $ 94 000 and Jane’s annual salary is $ 94 074

Note: Award A1 for a correct 𝐻11 value and A1 for a correct 𝐽11 value seen in part (c)
(i).

[2 marks]

d.

at the start of the 10th year, Jane will have worked for 9 years so the value of 𝑆9 is
required R1

Note: Award R1 if 𝑆9 is seen anywhere.

𝐽1 (𝑟𝑛 − 1)
uses 𝑆𝑛 = with 𝐽1 = 70 000, 𝑟 = 1 . 03 and 𝑛 = 9
𝑟−1
(M1)

Note: Award M1 if 𝑛 = 10 is used.

70 000((1 . 03) − 1)
9 = 711 137 ( $ )
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𝑆9 = = 711 137 . 42…

1 . 03 − 1
(A1)

Jane’s total earnings are $ 711 137 (correct to the nearest dollar) [4 marks]

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a.

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aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA course. There may be
minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam papers.

2 + 7𝑥 ≡ 𝐴(1 − 𝑥) + 𝐵(1 + 2𝑥)

EITHER
1
substitutes 𝑥 = 1 and attempts to solve for 𝐵 and substitutes 𝑥 = −
2
to solve for 𝐴
and attempts
(M1)
3𝐴 3
9 = 3𝐵 ⇒ 𝐵 = 3 ; = − ⇒𝐴= −1
2 2

OR

forms 𝐴 + 𝐵 = 2 and −𝐴 + 2𝐵 = 7 and attempts to solve for 𝐴 and 𝐵 (M1)

THEN

𝐴 = − 1 and 𝐵 = 3 A1A1

[3 marks]

uses the binomial expansion on either 3(1 − 𝑥)

−1 −1
b. or (1 + 2𝑥) M1

3(1 − 𝑥) = 3(1 + 𝑥 + 𝑥2 + …)
−1
A1

(−1)(−2)
= (1 − 2𝑥 + (2𝑥) + …)( = 1 − 2𝑥 + 4𝑥2 + …)
−1
(1 + 2𝑥)
2
2!
A1

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3 + 3𝑥 + 3𝑥2 − (1 − 2𝑥 + 4𝑥2 )

so the expansion is 2 + 5𝑥 − 𝑥2 (in ascending powers of 𝑥) A1 [4 marks]

c.
1 3
(is convergent) requires |𝑥| < and 𝑥 = is outside this so the expansion
−1
(1 + 2𝑥)
2 4
is not valid R1

[1 mark]

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teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA course. There may be minor

𝑝
differences in formatting compared to formal exam papers.

assume there exist 𝑝, 𝑞 ∈ ℕ where 𝑞 ≥ 1 such that log2 5 =

𝑞
M1A1

Note: Award M1 for attempting to write the negation of the statement as an

assumption. Award A1 for a correctly stated assumption.

𝑝
𝑝
log2 5 = ⇒ 5 = 2𝑞
𝑞
A1

5𝑞 = 2𝑝 A1

EITHER

5 is a factor of 5𝑞 but not a factor of 2𝑝 R1

OR

2 is a factor of 2𝑝 but not a factor of 5𝑞 R1

OR

5𝑞 is odd and 2𝑝 is even R1

THEN

no 𝑝, 𝑞 ∈ ℕ (where 𝑞 ≥ 1) satisfy the equation 5𝑞 = 2𝑝 and this is a contradiction

R1

so log2 5 is an irrational number AG

[6 marks]

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a.

1 − 2 ( − 𝑥)
2
1 𝑥 𝑥2
1
(1 − 𝑥) 3 = 1 + ( − 𝑥) + ( ) …=1− − …
3 3 3 2! 3 9
M1A1A1

[3 marks]

1
8 3 1 1 2 701 1458
( ) ≃1− − ⇒ 3 ≃ ⇒√ 9≃
[3 marks]
9 27 729 √9 729 701
3
b.
M1A1A1

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a.

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

150000 × 1.03520 (M1)(A1)

= $298468 A1

Note: Only accept answers to the nearest dollar. Accept $298469.

[3 marks]

b. attempt to look for a pattern by considering 1 year, 2 years etc (M1)

recognising a geometric series with first term 𝑃 and common ratio 1.02 (M1)

EITHER 𝑃 + 1.02𝑃 + … + 1.0219 𝑃 ( = 𝑃(1 + 1.02 + … + 1.0219 )) A1 OR

explicitly identify 𝑢1 = 𝑃, 𝑟 = 1.02 and 𝑛 = 20 (may be seen as 𝑆20 ). A1 THEN

(1.0220 − 1)𝑃
𝑠20 =
(1.02 − 1)
[3 marks]
AG

c. 24.297…𝑃 = 298468 (M1)(A1) 𝑃 = 12284 A1

Note: Accept answers which round to 12284. [3 marks]

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d.i. METHOD 1

𝑄(1.028𝑛 ) = 5000(1 + 1.028 + 1.0282 + 1.0283 + … + 1.028𝑛 − 1 ) M1A1

5000(1 + 1.028 + 1.0282 + 1.0283 + . . . + 1.028𝑛 − 1 )

𝑄=
1.028𝑛
A1

5000 5000 5000

= + +…+
1.028 1.028 2 1.028𝑛
AG METHOD 2

5000
1.028
the initial value of the first withdrawal is A1

5000
1.0282
the initial value of the second withdrawal is R1

5000 5000
+
1.028 1.0282
the investment required for these two withdrawals is R1

5000 5000 5000

𝑄= + +…+
1.028 1.028 2 1.028𝑛
AG [3 Marks]

5000 = 178571.428…
sum to infinity is 1.028
[Link].
1
1−
(M1)(A1)
1.028
so minimum amount is $178572 A1

Note: Accept answers which round to $178571 or $178572. [3 Marks]

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1471 + (n − 1)(−32) > 0 (M1)

1471
+1
32
n<

n < 46.96… (A1)

so 46 positive terms A1

[3 marks]

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marking or structure.

Let P𝑛 be the statement: (1 − 𝑎) > 1 − 𝑛𝑎 for some 𝑛 ∈ ℤ + , 𝑛 ⩾ 2 where 0 < 𝑎 < 1

𝑛

consider the case 𝑛 = 2: (1 − 𝑎) = 1 − 2𝑎 + 𝑎2 M1

2

> 1 − 2𝑎 because 𝑎2 < 0. Therefore P2 is true R1

assume P𝑛 is true for some 𝑛 = 𝑘

(1 − 𝑎) > 1 − 𝑘𝑎
𝑘
M1

Note: Assumption of truth must be present. Following marks are not dependent on
this M1.

EITHER

consider (1 − 𝑎) = (1 − 𝑎)(1 − 𝑎)
𝑘+1 𝑘
M1

> 1 − (𝑘 + 1)𝑎 + 𝑘𝑎2 A1

> 1 − (𝑘 + 1)𝑎 ⇒ P𝑘 + 1 is true (as 𝑘𝑎2 > 0) R1

OR

multiply both sides by (1 − 𝑎) (which is positive) M1

(1 − 𝑎) > (1 − 𝑘𝑎)(1 − 𝑎)
𝑘+1

(1 − 𝑎) > 1 − (𝑘 + 1)𝑎 + 𝑘𝑎2

𝑘+1
A1

(1 − 𝑎) > 1 − (𝑘 + 1)𝑎 ⇒ P𝑘 + 1 is true (as 𝑘𝑎2 > 0)

𝑘+1
R1

THEN

P2 is true P𝑘 is true ⇒ P𝑘 + 1 is true so P𝑛 true for all 𝑛 > 2 (or equivalent) R1

Note: Only award the last R1 if at least four of the previous marks are gained including
the A1.

[7 marks]

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a.

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

A1

Note: Award A1 for 𝑧 in first quadrant and 𝑧 − 2𝑎 its reflection in the 𝑦-axis.

[1 mark]

b.i. 𝜋 − 𝜃 (or any equivalent) A1 [1 mark]

𝑧
arg( ) = arg(𝑧) − arg(𝑧 − 2𝑎)
𝑧 − 2𝑎
[Link]. (M1)

= 2𝜃 − 𝜋 (or any equivalent) A1 [2 marks]

𝑧 𝑛𝜋
if Re( ) = 0 then 2𝜃 − 𝜋 =
𝑧 − 2𝑎 2
c. METHOD 1 , (𝑛 odd) (M1)

− 𝜋 < 2𝜃 − 𝜋 < 0 ⇒ 𝑛 = − 1 𝜋 𝜋
2𝜃 − 𝜋 = − (A1) 𝜃 =
2 4
A1 METHOD 2

𝑎 + 𝑏i 𝑏2 − 𝑎2 − 2𝑎𝑏i 𝑧 𝑏=𝑎
M1 Re( 𝑧 − 2𝑎 ) = 0 ⇒ 𝑏 − 𝑎 = 0
2 2
=
− 𝑎 + 𝑏i 𝑎2 + 𝑏2
A1

𝜋
𝜃= A1 Note: Accept any equivalent, eg 𝜃 = − 7𝜋 .
4 4
[3 marks]

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b.

12
(2 × 60 + 11 × 10)
2
(M1)(A1)(ft)

Note: Award (M1) for substituting the arithmetic series formula, (A1)(ft) for correct
substitution. Follow through from their first term and common difference in part
(a).

= ($) 1380 (A1)(ft)(G2)

[3 marks]

60(1.112 − 1)
1.1 − 1
d.
(M1)(A1)(ft)

Note: Award (M1) for substituting the geometric series formula, (A1)(ft) for correct
substitution. Follow through from part (c) for their first term and common ratio.

= ($)1280 (1283.05…) (A1)(ft)(G2) [3 marks]

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a.

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marking or structure.
𝜋
𝑧 = 2e 4 ( = 2e0.785i )
i
A1
𝜋
(
Note: Accept all answers in the form 2e
+ 2𝜋𝑛)i
4 .
5𝜋 3𝜋
𝑧= 2e 4 ( = 2e3.93i ) OR 𝑧 = 2e 4 ( = 2e − 2.36i )
i − i
(M1)A1
3𝜋
(− + 2𝜋𝑛)i
Note: Accept all answers in the form 2e 4 .
𝜋
Note: Award M1A0 for correct answers in the incorrect form, eg − 2e 4 .
i

[3 marks]

b. 𝑧 = 1.41 + 1.41i, 𝑧 = − 1.41 − 1.41i A1A1 (𝑧 = √2 + √2i, 𝑧 = − √2 − √2i)

[2 marks]

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* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

let 𝑏 be the cost of one banana, 𝑘 the cost of one kiwifruit, and 𝑚 the cost of one
melon

attempt to set up three linear equations (M1)

2𝑏 + 3𝑘 + 4𝑚 = 658
5𝑏 + 2𝑘 + 8𝑚 = 1232
5𝑏 + 4𝑘 = 300 (A1)

attempt to solve three simultaneous equations (M1)

𝑏 = 36, 𝑘 = 30, 𝑚 = 124

banana costs ($)0.36, kiwifruit costs ($)0.30, melon costs ($)1.24 A1

[4 marks]

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a.i.

3800 m (A1)

[1 mark]

[Link]. 3000 + (𝑛 − 1)400 m OR 2600 + 400𝑛 m (M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into arithmetic sequence formula, (A1) for
correct substitution.

[2 marks]

b. 3000 + (𝑘 − 1)400 > 42195 (M1)

Notes: Award (M1) for their correct inequality. Accept 3 + (𝑘 − 1)0.4 > 42.195.

Accept = OR ⩾ . Award (M0) for 3000 + (𝑘 − 1)400 > 42.195.

(𝑘 = ) 99 (A1)(ft)(G2)

Note: Follow through from part (a)(ii), but only if 𝑘 is a positive integer.

[2 marks]

50
(2 × 3000 + (50 − 1)(400))
2
c. (M1)(A1)(ft)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into sum of an arithmetic series formula, (A1)
(ft) for correct substitution.

640 000 m (A1) Note: Award (A1) for their 640 000 seen.

= 640 km (A1)(ft)(G3)

Note: Award (A1)(ft) for correctly converting their answer in metres to km; this
can be awarded independently from previous marks.
50
(2 × 3 + (50 − 1)(0.4))
2
OR (M1)(A1)(ft)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into sum of an arithmetic series formula, (A1)
(ft) for correct substitution, (A1) for correctly converting 3000 m and 400 m into
km.

= 640 km (A1)(G3) [4 marks]

d. 7500 1.25
−1
(M1)(A1)
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d. (M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into geometric series formula, (A1) for correct
substitutions.

= 15 600 m (15 552 m) (A1)(G3) OR 7.5 × 1.25 − 1 (M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into geometric series formula, (A1) for correct
substitutions.

= 15.6 km (A1)(G3) [3 marks]

7500(1.212 − 1)
1.2 − 1
e.
(M1)(A1)

for correct substitutions. Follow through from their ratio (𝑟) in part (d). If 𝑟 < 1
Notes: Award (M1) for substitution into sum of a geometric series formula, (A1)

(distance does not increase) or the final answer is unrealistic (eg 𝑟 = 20), do not
award the final (A1).

= 297 000 m (296 853… m, 297 km) (A1)(G2) [3 marks]

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marking or structure.

accept an incorrect value for 𝑟).

valid approach for expansion (must have correct substitution for parameters, but
(M1)

𝑘 9 𝑘 9 𝑘
𝑟 1 2
( 9 )(3𝑥2 )
9−𝑟 9 8 7
(− ) , (3𝑥2 ) + ( )(3𝑥2 ) (− ) + ( )(3𝑥2 ) (− ) + …
𝑟 𝑥 1 𝑥 2 𝑥
eg

valid attempt to identify correct term (M1)

𝑟 9−𝑟
eg 2(9 − 𝑟) − 𝑟 = 6 , (𝑥2 ) (𝑥− 1 ) = 𝑥6

identifying correct term (may be indicated in expansion) (A1)

eg 𝑟 = 4, 𝑟 = 5

correct term or coefficient in binominal expansion (A1)

9 𝑘 𝑘4
5 4
( )(3𝑥2 ) (− ) , 126(243𝑥10 )( ), 30618𝑘4
4 𝑥 𝑥4
eg

correct equation in 𝑘 (A1)

9
( )(243)(𝑘4 )𝑥6 = 6048𝑥6 , 30618𝑘4 = 6048
4
eg

2
𝑘= (exact) 0 . 667
3
A1 N3

Note: Do not award A1 if additional answers given.

[6 marks]

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a.

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marking or structure.

evidence of dividing terms (in any order) (M1)

1 2
𝑢1 𝑎 − 3𝑎
, 4
𝑢2 𝑎
eg

1
𝑟= 𝑎−3
4
A1 N2

[2 marks]

b. recognizing | 𝑟 | < 1 (must be in terms of 𝑎) (M1)

|1 | 1 8 < 𝑎 < 16
eg || 4 𝑎 − 3|| < 1, − 1 ≤ 𝑎 − 3 ≤ 1,
4
− 4 < 𝑎 − 12 < 4 A2 N3

[3 marks]

𝑎 1
= 76 , 𝑎 = 76(4 − 𝑎)
1 4
1 − ( 𝑎 − 3)
c. correct equation (A1) eg

4
76
𝑎= ( = 15 . 2) (exact)
5
A2 N3 [3 marks]

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a.

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

4
eg 200 =
correct substitution into infinite sum (A1)

1−𝑟
r = 0.98 (exact) A1 N2

[2 marks]

4(1 − 0.988 )
1 − 0.98
b. correct substitution (A1) 29.8473 29.8 A1 N2 [2 marks]

4(1 − 0.98𝑛 ) 4(1 − 0.98𝑛 )

c. attempt to set up inequality (accept equation) (M1)
> 163, = 163
1 − 0.98 1 − 0.98
eg

correct inequality for n (accept equation) or crossover values (A1)

eg n > 83.5234, n = 83.5234, S83 = 162.606 and S84 = 163.354

n = 84 A1 N1 [3 marks]

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a.

attempt to add corresponding terms (M1)

eg 2 + 2, 6 + ( − 6), 2(3) + 2( − 3)
𝑛−1 𝑛−1

correct value for 𝑤5 (A1)

eg 324

4, 36, 324 (accept 4 + 36 + 324) A1 N3

[3 marks]

b.i. valid approach (M1) eg 4 × 𝑟1 = 36, 4 × 9𝑛 − 1

𝑚
𝑟 = 9 (accept ∑ 4 × 9𝑘 ; 𝑚 may be incorrect)
[2 marks]
𝑘=0
A1 N2

[Link]. recognition that 225 terms of 𝑤𝑛 consists of 113 non-zero terms (M1)
113 112 1
eg ∑ , ∑ , 113 𝑚 = 112 (accept ∑ 124 × 𝑟𝑘 ; 𝑟 may be incorrect)
1 0 𝑘=0
A1 N2

[2 marks]

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* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

attempt to find 𝑟 (M1)

576 768
, , 0.75
768 576
eg

correct expression for 𝑢𝑛 (A1)

eg 768(0.75)𝑛
−1

EITHER (solving inequality)

valid approach (accept equation) (M1)

eg 𝑢𝑛 < 7

valid approach to find 𝑛 M1

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7
eg 768(0.75)𝑛 = 7, 𝑛 − 1 > log0.75 ( ), sketch
−1
768

correct value

eg 𝑛 = 17.3301 (A1)

𝑛 = 18 (must be an integer) A1 N2

OR (table of values)

valid approach (M1)

eg 𝑢𝑛 > 7, one correct crossover value

both crossover values, 𝑢17 = 7.69735 and 𝑢18 = 5.77301 A2

𝑛 = 18 (must be an integer) A1 N2

OR (sketch of functions)

valid approach M1

eg sketch of appropriate functions

valid approach (M1)

eg finding intersections or roots (depending on function sketched)

correct value

eg 𝑛 = 17.3301 (A1)

𝑛 = 18 (must be an integer) A1 N2

[6 marks]

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METHOD 1

product of a binomial coefficient, a power of 3 (and a power of 𝑥2 ) seen (M1)

evidence of correct term chosen (A1)

2 𝑛(𝑛 + 1)
𝐶2 × 3𝑛 + 1 − 2 × (𝑥2 ) (= × 3𝑛 − 1 × 𝑥4 ) OR 𝑛 − 𝑟 = 1
2
𝑛+1

equating their coefficient to 20412 or their term to 20412𝑥4 (M1)

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EITHER
𝑛+1
𝐶2 × 3𝑛 − 1 = 20412 (A1)

OR
𝑟+2
𝐶𝑟 × 3𝑟 = 20412 ⇒ 𝑟 = 6 (A1)

THEN

𝑛=7 A1

METHOD 2

𝑥2
𝑛+1
3𝑛 + 1 (1 + )
3

𝑥2 1
3 3
product of a binomial coefficient, and a power of OR seen (M1)

evidence of correct term chosen (A1)

𝑛(𝑛 + 1) 𝑥2
2
3𝑛 1
−
3 𝑛+1
× ×( ) (= 𝑛(𝑛 + 1)𝑥4 )
2! 3 2

equating their coefficient to 20412 or their term to 20412𝑥4 (M1)

𝑛(𝑛 + 1)
3𝑛
−1
× = 20412
2
(A1)

𝑛=7 A1

[5 marks]

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a.i.
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a.i.

EITHER

7
5
9000 × (1 + )
100
(A1)

12622 . 965… (A1)

OR

𝑛=5
I% = 7
PV = ∓ 9000
P/Y = 1
C/Y = 1
±12622 . 965…
(A1)
(A1)

THEN

( $ ) 12600 A1

[3 marks]

7
𝑥 I% = 7
9000(1 + ) = 20000 PV = ∓ 9000
100 FV = ± 20000
[Link]. EITHER OR
(A1)
P/Y = 1
C/Y = 1 (A1)

THEN = 12 (years) A1 [2 marks]

b. METHOD 1

attempt to substitute into compound interest formula (condone absence of

compounding periods) (M1)

𝑟 12 × 10
8 . 01170… (A1) 𝑟 = 8 . 02 ( % )
9000(1 + ) = 20000
100 × 12
A1

𝑛 = 10
PV = ± 9000
FV = ∓ 20000
METHOD 2

P/Y = 1
C/Y = 12
𝑟 = 8 . 01170… (M1)(A1)

Note: Award M1 for an attempt to use a financial app in their technology, award A1

( 𝑟 )
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for ( 𝑟 = ) 8 . 01170…

𝑟 = 8 . 02 ( % ) A1 [3 marks]
c.i. recognising geometric series (seen anywhere) (M1)

4500 1 considering 𝑆 ∞
𝑟= (= )
9000 2
(A1) EITHER (M1)

9000 correct reasoning that 18000 < 20000

( = 18000)
1 − 0.5
A1 R1

Note: Accept 𝑆 ∞ < 20000 only if 𝑆 ∞ has been calculated. OR

considering 𝑆𝑛 for a large value of 𝑛, 𝑛 ≥ 80 (M1)

Note: Award M1 only if the candidate gives a valid reason for choosing a value of 𝑛,
where 50 ≤ 𝑛 < 80.

correct value of 𝑆𝑛 for their 𝑛 A1

valid reason why Chris will not reach the target, which involves their choice of 𝑛,
their value of 𝑆𝑛 and Chris’ age OR using two large values of 𝑛 to recognize
asymptotic behaviour of 𝑆𝑛 as 𝑛 → ∞ . R1

Note: Do not award the R mark without the preceding A mark. THEN

Therefore, Chris will never reach the target. AG [5 marks]

𝑢1 (1 − 0 . 55 )
= 20000
0.5
[Link]. recognising geometric sum M1
(A1)

10322 . 58… ( $ ) 10323 A1 [3 marks]

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a.

(|𝑧𝑤| = )16 A1

[1 mark]

b. attempt to find arg(𝑧) + arg(𝑤) (M1) arg(𝑧𝑤) = arg(𝑧) + arg(𝑤)

π 2𝑘π (1 − 2𝑘)π
= − (= )
5 5 5
[2 marks]
A1

c.i. 𝑧𝑤 ∈ ℤ ⇒ arg(𝑧𝑤) is a multiple of π (M1)

⇒ 1 − 2𝑘 is a multiple of 5 (M1) 𝑘 = 3 A1 [3 marks]

[Link]. 𝑧𝑤 = 16(cos(−π) + i sin(−π)) −16 A1 [1 mark]

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a.

the arrangement of 7 objects

Jack and Andrea finish in that order (as a unit) so we are considering
(M1)

7! ( = 5040) ways A1

[2 marks]

b. METHOD 1

the number of ways that Andrea finishes in front of Jack is equal to the number
of ways that Jack finishes in front of Andrea (M1)
8!
( = 20160) ways
2
total number of ways is 8! (A1) A1

METHOD 2 the other six runners can finish in 6! ( = 720) ways (A1)

when Andrea finishes first, Jack can finish in 7 different positions

when Andrea finishes second, Jack can finish in 6 different positions etc

7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1 ( = 28) ways (A1)

hence there are (7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1) × 6! ways

28 × 6! ( = 20160) ways A1 [3 marks]

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1 + 𝑧 1 + cos 𝜃 + i sin 𝜃
=
1 − 𝑧 1 − cos 𝜃 − i sin 𝜃
attempt to use the complex conjugate of their denominator M1

(1 + cos 𝜃 + i sin 𝜃)(1 − cos 𝜃 + i sin 𝜃)

=
(1 − cos 𝜃 − i sin 𝜃)(1 − cos 𝜃 + i sin 𝜃)
A1

1+𝑧 1 − cos2 𝜃 − sin2 𝜃 1 − cos2 𝜃 − sin2 𝜃

Re( ) = (= )
1−𝑧 (1 − cos 𝜃) + sin2 𝜃
2 2 − 2 cos 𝜃
M1A1

Note: Award M1 for expanding the numerator and A1 for a correct numerator.
Condone either an incorrect denominator or the absence of a denominator.

using cos2 𝜃 + sin2 𝜃 = 1 to simplify the numerator (M1)

1+𝑧
Re( )=0
1−𝑧
AG

[5 marks]

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a.

considering that sum of probabilities is 1 (M1)

0 . 85 + 𝑐 + 0 . 03 + 0 . 002 + 0 . 0001 = 1
0 . 1179 A1

[2 marks]

b. valid attempt to find E(𝐷) (M1)

E(𝐷) = (0 × 0 . 85) + (2 × 0 . 1179) + (10 × 0 . 03) + (50 × 0 . 002) + (1000 × 0 . 0001)

E(𝐷) = 0 . 7358 A1 No, not a fair game A1

for a fair game, E(𝐷) would be $ 2 OR players expected winnings are 1 . 264
R1

[4 marks]

c. recognition of GP with 𝑟 = 2 (M1) 1000 × 2𝑛 − 1 OR 500(2𝑛 ) A1

[2 marks]

d. recognizing E(𝐷) > 2 (M1)

correct expression for 𝑤th week (or 𝑛th week) (A1)

(0 × 0 . 85) + (2 × 0 . 1179) + (10 × 0 . 03) + (50 × 0 . 002) + (1000 × 2𝑤 − 1 × 0 . 0001)

correct inequality (accept equation) (A1)

0 . 6358 + (1000 × 2𝑤 − 1 × 0 . 0001) > 2 OR 2𝑛 − 1 > 13 . 642 EITHER

𝑛 − 1 > 3 . 76998 OR 𝑤 = 4 . 76998… (A1)

OR

E(𝐷) = 1 . 4358 in week 4 or E(𝐷) = 2 . 2358 in week 5 (A1)

THEN

𝑤=5 A1 expected profit per ticket = their E(𝐷) − 2 (M1)

= 0 . 2358 A1 [7 marks]

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a.

* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

ℎ ℎ
sin 60° = OR tan 60° =
40 20
(M1)

Note: Award (M1) for correct substitutions in trig ratio.

OR

202 + ℎ2 = 402 (√402 − 202 ) (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for correct substitutions in Pythagoras’ theorem.

(ℎ = ) 34 . 6 (m) (√1200, 20√3, 34 . 6410…) (A1)(G2)

[2 marks]

1
(70 + 110)(34 . 6410…) × 200
2
b. (M1)(M1)

provided all substitutions are positive. Award (M1) for multiplying by 200. Follow
Note: Award (M1) for their correctly substituted area of trapezium formula,

through from part (a).

1
(2 × × 20 × 34 . 6410… + 70 × 34 . 6410…) × 200
2
OR (M1)(M1)

rectangle. Award (M1) for multiplying by 200. Follow through from part (a).
Note: Award (M1) for the addition of correct areas for two triangles and one

1
70 × 34 . 6410… × 200 + 2 × × 34 . 6410… × 20 × 200
2
OR (M1)(M1)

Note: Award (M1) for their correct substitution in volume of cuboid formula. Award
(M1) for correctly substituted volume of triangular prism(s). Follow through from
part (a).

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624000 (m3 )
623538…
(AG)
(A1)

Note: Both an unrounded answer that rounds to the given answer and the rounded
value must be seen for the (A1) to be awarded.

[3 marks]

c. (𝑑 = ) − 1800 (A1)
[1 mark]

d. (𝑢13 = ) 45000 + (13 − 1)(−1800) (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for correct substitutions in arithmetic sequence formula.

Award (M1) for a correct 4th term seen as part of list.

OR

23400 (m3 ) (A1)(ft)(G2)

Note: Follow through from part (c) for their value of 𝑑. [2 marks]

e.i. 0 = 45000 + (𝑛 − 1)(−1800) (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for their correct substitution into arithmetic sequence formula,
equated to zero.

(𝑛 = ) 26 (A1)(ft)(G2)

Note: Follow through from part (c). Award at most (M1)(A0) if their 𝑛 is not a
positive integer.

[2 marks]

[Link]. 25 (A1)(ft)

positive. If their 𝑛 in part (e)(i) is not an integer, award (A1)(ft) for the nearest
Note: Follow through from part (e)(i), but only if their final answer in (e)(i) is

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lower integer.

[1 mark]

8
(𝑆8 = ) (2 × 45000 + (8 − 1) × (−1800))
2
f. (M1)

method is used, award (M1) for the addition of their 8 correct terms.
Note: Award (M1) for their correct substitutions in arithmetic series formula. If a list

310 000 (m3 ) (309 600) (A1)(ft)(G2)

greater than 624 000.

Note: Follow through from part (c). Award at most (M1)(A0) if their final answer is

[2 marks]

g.
25 25
(𝑆25 = ) (2 × 45000 + (25 − 1) × (−1800)) , (𝑆25 = ) (45000 + 1800)
2 2
(M1)

Note: Award (M1) for their correct substitutions into arithmetic series formula.

𝑆25 = 585000 (m3 ) (A1)(ft)(G1)

Note: Award (M1)(A1) for correctly finding 𝑆26 = 585000 (m3 ), provided working is
26 26
shown e.g. (𝑆26 = ) (2 × 45000 + (26 − 1) × (−1800)) , (𝑆26 = ) (45000 + 0).
2 2
Follow through from part (c) and either their (e)(i) or (e)(ii). If 𝑑 < 0 and their final
answer is greater than 624 000, award at most (M1)(A1)(ft)(R0). If 𝑑 > 0, there is no
maximum, award at most (M1)(A0)(R0). Award no marks if their number of terms is
not a positive integer.

585000 (m3 ) < 624000 (m3 )

Hence it will never be filled (AG)
(R1)

Note: The (AG) line must be seen. If it is omitted do not award the final (R1). Do not
follow through within the part.
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For unsupported (𝑆25 ) = 585000 seen, award at most (G1)(R1)(AG). Working must
be seen to follow through from parts (c) and (e)(i) or (e)(ii).

𝑛
(𝑆𝑛 = ) (2 × 45000 + (𝑛 − 1) × (−1800))
2
OR (M1)

𝑛.
Note: Award (M1) for their correct substitution into arithmetic series formula, with

Maximum of this function 585225 (m3 ) (A1)

answer is greater than 624 000. Award at most (M1)(A0)(R0) if their common
Note: Follow through from part (c). Award at most (M1)(A1)(ft)(R0) if their final

difference is not – 1800. Award at most (M1)(A0)(R0) if 585 225 is not explicitly
identified as the maximum of the function.

585225 (m3 ) < 624000 (m3 ) (R1)

Hence it will never be filled (AG)

Note: The (AG) line must be seen. If it is omitted do not award the final (R1). Do not
follow through within the part.

OR

sketch with concave down curve and labelled 624000 horizontal line (M1)

Note: Accept a label of “tank volume” instead of a numerical value. Award (M0) if
the line and the curve intersect.

𝑛
curve explicitly labelled as (𝑆𝑛 = ) (2 × 45000 + (𝑛 − 1) × (−1800)) or equivalent
2
(A1)

comparison of values, e.g 585225 (m3 ) < 624000 (m3 ), where 585225 is the
Note: Award (A1) for a written explanation interpreting the sketch. Accept a

– 1800.
graphical maximum. Award at most (M1)(A0)(R0) if their common difference is not

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the line and the curve do not intersect (R1)

hence it will never be filled (AG)

Note: The (AG) line must be seen. If it is omitted do not award the final (R1). Do not
follow through within the part.

𝑛
624000 = (2 × 45000 + (𝑛 − 1) × (−1800))
2
OR (M1)

to 624000 (623538).
Note: Award (M1) for their correctly substituted arithmetic series formula equated

Demonstrates there is no solution (A1)

Note: Award (A1) for a correct working that the discriminant is less than zero OR
correct working indicating there is no real solution in the quadratic formula.

There is no (real) solution (to this equation) (R1)

hence it will never be filled (AG)

= 624000, 623538 or 622800 with a statement "no solution". Follow through from
Note: At most (M1)(A0)(R0) for their correctly substituted arithmetic series formula

their part (b).

[3 marks]

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* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain minor differences in
marking or structure.

2 9
use of Binomial expansion to find a term in either

1 𝑥 ⎛ 1 9
𝑥3 ⎞ 1 𝑥3
9
1 1
9 9
( 2 − ) , ⎜ 7 − ⎟ , ( − ) , ( 3 − ) or (2 − 3𝑥3 )
3𝑥 2 2 3 2 3𝑥 2
⎜⎝ 3𝑥 3 ⎟⎠
(M1)(A1)

Note: Award M1 for a product of three terms including a binomial coefficient

and powers of the two terms, and A1 for a correct expression of a term in the
expansion.

finding the powers required to be 2 and 7 (M1)(A1)

1 1
2 7
constant term is 𝐶29 × ( ) × (− )
3 2
(M1)

Note: Ignore all 𝑥’s in student’s expression.

1
therefore term independent of 𝑥 is − ( = − 0 . 03125)
32
A1

[6 marks]

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a.

2 7
𝑢1 = 𝑆1 = ×
3 8
(M1)

14 7
= (= = 0 . 583333…)
24 12
A1

[2 marks]

7
𝑟 = ( = 0 . 875)
8
b. (A1)

𝑢1
substituting their values for 𝑢1 and 𝑟 into 𝑆 ∞ =
1−𝑟
(M1)

14
= ( = 4 . 66666…)
3
A1
[3 marks]

c.

attempt to substitute their values into the inequality or formula for 𝑆𝑛

(M1)

7 7 𝑛
(1 − ( ) )
14 𝑛 2 7 𝑟 12 8
− Σ ( ) < 0 . 001 OR 𝑆𝑛 =
3 𝑟 = 13 8 7
(1 − )
8

attempt to solve their inequality using a table, graph or logarithms

(must be exponential) (M1)

Note: Award (M0) if the candidate attempts to solve 𝑆 ∞ − 𝑢𝑛 < 0 . 001.

correct critical value or at least one correct crossover value (A1)

63 . 2675… OR 𝑆 ∞ − 𝑆63 = 0 . 001036… OR 𝑆 ∞ − 𝑆64 = 0 . 000906…

OR 𝑆 ∞ − 𝑆63 − 0 . 001 = 0 . 0000363683… OR 𝑆 ∞ − 𝑆64 − 0 . 001 = 0 . 0000931777…

least value is 𝑛 = 64 A1 [4 marks]

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a.
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a.

Note: The first time an answer is not given to two decimal places, the final A1
in that part is not awarded.

EITHER

𝑁 = 10 OR 𝑁 = 20

𝐼 % = 2 . 74 𝐼 % = 2 . 74

𝑃𝑉 = ( ∓ )1700 𝑃𝑉 = ( ∓ )1700

𝑃/𝑌 = 1 𝑃/𝑌 = 2

𝐶/𝑌 = 2 𝐶/𝑌 = 2 (M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for an attempt to use a financial app in their technology with

or negative value for 𝑃𝑉.

at least two entries seen, and award (A1) for all entries correct. Accept a positive

OR

0 . 0274
2 × 10
1700(1 + )
2
(M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into compound interest formula.

Award (A1) for correct substitution.

THEN

$ 2231 . 71 A1

[3 marks]

b.

Note: The first time an answer is not given to two decimal places, the final A1
in that part is not awarded.

EITHER 𝑁 10 𝑃𝑉 ∓ 1700 𝐹𝑉 ± 2231 71 𝑃/𝑌 1

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EITHER

𝐶/𝑌 = 1 (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for an attempt to use a financial app in their technology with
at least two entries seen.

𝑟 10 𝑟 = 2 . 75876…
1700(1 + ) = 2231 . 71…
100
THEN
(M1)
OR

𝑟 = 2 . 76 A1

Note: Ignore omission of opposite signs for 𝑃𝑉 and 𝐹𝑉 if 𝑟 = 2 . 76 is obtained.

[2 marks]

c.

Note: The first time an answer is not given to two decimal places, the final A1
in that part is not awarded.

$ 531 . 71 A1 [1 mark]

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a.

6 × 5! (A1)(A1)

= 720 (accept 6!) A1

[3 marks]

b. METHOD 1 (Peter apart from girls, in an end seat) 8𝑃4 ( = 1680) OR

(Peter apart from girls, not in end seat) 7𝑃4 ( = 840) (A1)

case 1: Peter at either end

2 × 8𝑃4 ( = 3360) OR 2 × 8𝐶4 × 4!( = 3360) (A1)

case 2: Peter not at the end

8 × 7𝑃4 ( = 6720) OR 8 × 7𝐶4 × 4!( = 6720) (A1)

Total number of ways = 3360 + 6720 = 10080 A1 METHOD 2

(Peter next to girl, in an end seat) 4 × 8𝑃3 ( = 1344) OR

(Peter next to one girl, not in end seat) 2 × 4 × 7𝑃3 ( = 1680) OR

(Peter next to two girls, not in end seat) 4 × 3 × 7𝑃2 ( = 504) (A1)

case 1: Peter at either end 2 × 4 × 8𝑃3 ( = 2688) (A1)

case 2: Peter not at the end 8(2 × 4 × 7𝑃3 + 4 × 3 × 7𝑃2 )( = 17472) (A1)

Total number of ways = 10

𝑃5 − (2688 + 17472) = 10080 A1 [4 marks]

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a.

METHOD 1

using geometric sequence with 𝑟 = 1 . 02 (M1)

correct expression or listing terms correctly (A1)

45000 × 1 . 0210 OR 45000 × 1 . 0211 − 1 OR listing terms

Gemma’s salary is $ 54855 (must be to the nearest dollar) A1

METHOD 2
𝑁 = 10
PV = ∓ 45000
I% = 2
P/Y = 1
C/Y = 1

𝐹𝑉 = ± 54854 . 7489… (M1)(A1)

Gemma’s salary is $ 54855 (must be to the nearest dollar) A1

[3 marks]

b.

finds 𝑎 = 1096 . 89… and 𝑏 = − 2160753 . 8… (accept 𝑏 = − 2 . 16 × 106 ) (A1)(A1)

Note: Award (A1)(A1) for 𝑆 = 1096 . 89…𝑥 + 33028 . 49…, or

𝑆 = 1096 . 89…𝑥 + 43997 . 4…, or 𝑆 = 1096 . 89…𝑥 + 45094 . 3…

Kaia’s salary in 2021 is $ 56063 . 21 (accept $ 56817 . 09 from 𝑏 = − 2 . 16 × 106 )

A1

Kaia had a higher salary than Gemma in 2021 AG [3 marks]

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QuestionBank Test 2025/9/9, 20:11

a.

9 × 9 × 8 × 7 × 6 × 5 ( = 9 × 𝑃59) (M1)

9!
= 136080 ( = 9 × )
4!
A1

10!
Note: Award M1A0 for 10 × 9 × 8 × 7 × 6 × 5 ( = 𝑃610 = 151200 = ).
4!

Note: Award M1A0 for 𝑃69 = 60480

[2 marks]

b. METHOD 1 EITHER

every unordered subset of 6 digits from the set of 9 non-zero digits can
be arranged in exactly one way into a 6-digit number with the digits in increasing
order. A1
9
𝐶6 ( × 1) A1 = 84 A1 METHOD 2 EITHER
OR THEN

removes 3 digits from the set of 9 non-zero digits and these 6 remaining digits
can be arranged in exactly one way into a 6-digit number with the digits in
increasing order. A1
9
𝐶3 ( × 1) A1 THEN = 84 A1 [2 marks]
OR

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