(a) The Parabolic shape of the concrete structure can be

represented by various functions depending on the point of

reference. Based on different points of reference, obtain at least
three different functions which can be used to represent the
curve of this concrete structure.

(b) The front surface of this concrete structure will be painted before
the words ‘ART GALLERY’ is written on it. Find the area to be
painted.

Solution :

(a) function 1
Further Exploration

(a) You are given four different shapes of concrete structures as

shown in the
diagrams below. All the structures have the same thickness of
40 cm and
are symmetrical.

(i) Given that the cost to construct 1 cubic metre of concrete is RM840.00,
determine which structure will cost the minumun to construct.
(ii) As the President of Arts Club, you are given to opportunity to decide on
on the shape of the gate to be constructed. Which shape would you choose?
Explain and elaborate on your reasons for choosing the shape.
Solution
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(ii)
(b) The following questions refer to the concrete structure in the diagram below.

If the value of increase with a common difference of 0.25 m ;

(i) Complete table 1 finding the values of k and the corresponding areas
of the concrete structure to be painted
(ii) Observe the values of the area to be painted from table 1. Do you see
any pattern? Discuss.
 Area to be painted (m2)
k(m)
(correct to 4 decimal places)

0.25
(c) Express the area of the concrete structure to be painted in terms of k. Find the area
when k approaches the value of 4 and predict the shape of the concrete structure.

Solution :

k=4

This shape will form that is rectangle :

Area to be painted : width x length