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The table below shows some values of x, and the corresponding 1 decimal place where appropriate. -1 4 (a)

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On the graph paper opposite, using a scale of 2 em to represent I unit on both axes, draw a horizontal x-axis for -2 :;:; :;:;3, and x draw a vertical y-axis for -:-.3 :;:; y :;:; 5. On your axes, plot the points given in the table and join them with a smooth curve. [3] Use your graph to find all the solutions of

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Answer (e) By drawing an appropriate straight line on the grid, solve the equation 1+2x2_~=x.

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Answer (f) Find the range of values of k such that 1 + 2x2 - x3

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