Class Index Number
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Jurong West Secondary School -——_
Mathematics Common Test 1 40
2018
Subject : Mathematics Parenis" Signalure
Level/Stream : Secondary Three Express
Date : 12 February 2018 (Monday)
Duration : 60 minutes
Topics : Quadratic Equations & Functions
Linear Inequalities
Lower Secondary Algebra
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST
Write your name, class and index number on all the work you hand in.
Write in dark blue or black pen.
You may use an HB pencil for any diagrams or graphs.
Do not use staples, paper clips, glue or correction fluid.
Answer all questions.
If working is needed for any question it must be shown with the answer.
Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.
‘The use of an approved scientific calculator is expected, where appropriate.
If the degree of accuracy is not specified in the question, and if the answer is not exact, give
the answer to three significant figures. Give answers in degrees to one decimal place.
For 7, use either your calculator value or 3.142, unless the question requires the answer in
terms of r.
‘The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part question.
MARKING SCHEME
There are a total of 9 printed pages (including the cover page)1 -
Solve the equation 272, 2*43 . 5.
6° 3 2
=2 22x43) 5
x-2+4x+6 = 3(5) [M1] — cross multiply
Sx=11
RE22 [at]
Answer: 2]
2. Given that m* —n? = 221 and m—n=17, find the value of m+n
m? =n? = 221
(m=n)(m+n) = 221 [M1]
17(m + n) = 221
mtn=13 [Al]
Answer: 2]
IWSS Common Test 1 Mathematics (4048) Secondary 3 Express3
3. Given that x and y are integers such that -2.