Practice for the Integradora

[92 marks]

A large company surveyed 160 of its employees to find out how much time they
spend traveling to work on a given day. The results of the survey are shown in the
following cumulative frequency diagram.

1a. Find the median number of minutes spent traveling to work. [2 marks]
 Markscheme
evidence of median position (M1)
80th employee
40 minutes A1
[2 marks]

1b. Find the number of employees whose travelling time is within 15 [3 marks]
minutes of the median.

Markscheme
valid attempt to find interval (25–55) (M1)
18 (employees), 142 (employees) A1
124 A1
[3 marks]

Only 10% of the employees spent more than k minutes traveling to work.

1c. Find the value of k. [3 marks]

Markscheme
recognising that there are 16 employees in the top 10% (M1)
144 employees travelled more than k minutes (A1)
k = 56 A1
[3 marks]
 The results of the survey can also be displayed on the following box-and-whisker
diagram.

1d. Write down the value of b. [1 mark]

Markscheme
b = 70 A1
[1 mark]

1e. Find the value of a . [2 marks]

Markscheme
recognizing a is first quartile value (M1)
40 employees
a = 33 A1
[2 marks]

1f. Hence, find the interquartile range. [2 marks]

Markscheme
47 − 33 (M1)
IQR = 14 A1
[2 marks]

1g. Travelling times of less than p minutes are considered outliers. [2 marks]
Find the value of p.
 Markscheme
attempt to find 1.5 × their IQR (M1)
33 − 21
12 (A1)
[2 marks]

The following table shows the systolic blood pressures, p mmHg, and the ages, t
years, of 6 male patients at a medical clinic.

2a. Determine the value of Pearson’s product‐moment correlation [2 marks]

coefficient, r, for these data.

Markscheme
* This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior
examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new
MAA course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to
formal exam papers.
r = 0. 946 A2
[2 marks]

2b. Interpret, in context, the value of r found in part (a) (i). [1 mark]

Markscheme
the value of r shows a (very) strong positive correlation between age and
(systolic) blood pressure A1
[1 mark]
 The relationship between t and p can be modelled by the regression line of p on t
with equation p = at + b .

2c. Find the equation of the regression line of p on t. [2 marks]

Markscheme
p = 1. 05t + 69. 3 A1A1
Note: Only award marks for an equation. Award A1 for a = 1. 05 and A1 for
b = 69. 3. Award A1A0 for y = 1. 05x + 69. 3.
[2 marks]

A 50‐year‐old male patient enters the medical clinic for his appointment.

2d. Use the regression equation from part (b) to predict this patient’s [2 marks]
systolic blood pressure.

Markscheme
122 (mmHg) (M1)A1
[2 marks]

2e. A 16‐year‐old male patient enters the medical clinic for his appointment. [1 mark]
Explain why the regression equation from part (b) should not be used to predict
this patient’s systolic blood pressure.

Markscheme
the regression equation should not be used because it involves extrapolation
A1
[1 mark]

2 −1
R
 2x−1
A function f is defined by f(x)= x+1
, where x ∈ R, x ≠ −1.

The graph of y = f(x) has a vertical asymptote and a horizontal asymptote.

3a. Write down the equation of the vertical asymptote. [1 mark]

Markscheme
x = −1 A1

[1 mark]

3b. Write down the equation of the horizontal asymptote. [1 mark]

Markscheme
y=2 A1

[1 mark]

= ( )
3c. On the set of axes below, sketch the graph of y = f(x). [3 marks]
On your sketch, clearly indicate the asymptotes and the position of any points
of intersection with the axes.
 Markscheme

rational function shape with two branches in opposite quadrants, with

two correctly positioned asymptotes and asymptotic behaviour shown A1

Note: The equations of the asymptotes are not required on the graph
provided there is a clear indication of asymptotic behaviour at x = −1 and
y = 2 (or at their FT asymptotes from part (a)).

axes intercepts clearly shown at x = 12 and y = −1 A1A1

[3 marks]

3d. Hence, solve the inequality 2x−1 [1 mark]

0< x+1
< 2.
 Markscheme
1
x> 2 A1

Note: Accept correct alternative correct notation, such as ( 12 , ∞) and

] 12 , ∞[.

[1 mark]

The following diagram shows part of the graph of a quadratic function f .

The graph of f has its vertex at (3, 4), and it passes through point Q as shown.

4a. Write down the equation of the axis of symmetry. [1 mark]

Markscheme
x=3 A1

−b
Note: Must be an equation in the form “ x = ”. Do not accept 3 or 2a
= 3.

[1 mark]

( )
 The function can be written in the form f(x) = a(x − h)2 + k.

4b. Write down the values of h and k. [2 marks]

Markscheme
h = 3, k = 4 (accept a(x − 3)2 + 4) A1A1

[2 marks]

4c. Point Q has coordinates (5, 12). Find the value of a. [2 marks]

Markscheme
attempt to substitute coordinates of Q (M1)

12 = a(5 − 3)2 + 4, 4a + 4 = 12
a=2 A1

[2 marks]

4x+1
The function f is defined by f(x)= x+4
, where x ∈ R, x ≠ −4.

For the graph of f

5a. write down the equation of the vertical asymptote. [1 mark]

Markscheme
x = −4 A1

[1 mark]

5b. find the equation of the horizontal asymptote. [2 marks]

 Markscheme
attempt to substitute into y = ac OR table with large values of x OR
sketch of f showing asymptotic behaviour (M1)
y=4 A1

[2 marks]

5c. Find f −1 (x). [4 marks]

Markscheme
4x+1
y= x+4
attempt to interchange x and
y (seen anywhere) M1
xy + 4y = 4x + 1 OR xy + 4x = 4y + 1 (A1)
xy − 4x = 1 − 4y OR xy − 4y = 1 − 4x (A1)
1−4x 1−4x
f −1 (x)= x−4
(accept y= x−4
) A1

[4 marks]

5d. Using an algebraic approach, show that the graph of f −1 is obtained by [4 marks]
a reflection of the graph of f in the y-axis followed by a reflection in the x-axis.
 Markscheme
reflection in y-axis given by f(−x) (M1)
−4x+1
f(−x)= −x+4
(A1)

reflection of their f(−x) in x-axis given by −f(−x) accept "now −f(x)"

M1
−4x+1
(−f(−x)=) − −x+4
−4x+1 4x−1
= x−4
OR −x+4
A1
1−4x
= x−4
(= f −1 (x)) AG

Note: If the candidate attempts to show the result using a particular

coordinate on the graph of f rather than a general coordinate on the graph of
f , where appropriate, award marks as follows:
M0A0 for eg (2, 3) → (−2, 3)
M0A0 for (−2, 3) → (−2, −3)

[4 marks]

The graphs of f and f −1 intersect at x = p and x = q, where p < q.

5e. Find the value of p and the value of q. [2 marks]

Markscheme
f(x)= f −1 (x) using graph or algebraically
attempt to solve (M1)
p = −1 AND q = 1 A1

Note: Award (M1)A0 if only one correct value seen.

[2 marks]

( )= log ( − 4) >4 >0

 Let f(x)= a log3 (x − 4), for x > 4, where a > 0.
Point A(13, 7) lies on the graph of f .

6a. Find the value of a . [3 marks]

Markscheme
* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain
minor differences in marking or structure.
attempt to substitute coordinates (in any order) into f (M1)
eg a log3 (13 − 4)= 7 , a log3 (7 − 4)= 13 , a log 9 = 7
finding log 3 9 = 2 (seen anywhere) (A1)
eg log 3 9 = 2 , 2a = 7
7
a= 2 A1 N2
[3 marks]

6b. The x-intercept of the graph of f is (5, 0). [3 marks]

On the following grid, sketch the graph of f .
 Markscheme

A1A1A1 N3

Note: Award A1 for correct shape of logarithmic function (must be increasing

and concave down).
Only if the shape is correct, award the following:
A1 for being asymptotic to x = 4
A1 for curve including both points in circles.
[3 marks]

In an arithmetic sequence, u2 = 5 and u3 = 11.

7a. Find the common difference. [2 marks]

Markscheme
valid approach (M1)
eg 11 − 5, 11 = 5 + d
d=6 A1 N2
[2 marks]

7b. Find the first term. [2 marks]

 Markscheme
valid approach (M1)
eg u2 − d, 5 − 6, u1 + (3 − 1) (6) = 11
u1 = −1 A1 N2
[2 marks]

7c. Find the sum of the first 20 terms. [2 marks]

Markscheme
correct substitution into sum formula
20 20
eg 2 (2 (−1) + 19 (6)), 2 (−1 + 113) (A1)
S20 = 1120 A1 N2
[2 marks]

8. A geometric sequence has u4 = −70 and u7 = 8.75. Find the second [5 marks]
term of the sequence.

Markscheme
u1 r3 = −70, u1 r6 = 8.75 (M1)
8.75
r3 = −70
= −0.125 (A1)

⇒ r = −0.5 (A1)
valid attempt to find u2 (M1)
−70
for example: u1 = −0.125
= 560
u2 = 560 × −0.5
= −280 A1
[5 marks]
 The following diagram shows part of a circle with centre O and radius 4 cm.

Chord AB has a length of 5 cm and AOB = θ.

9a. Find the value of θ, giving your answer in radians. [3 marks]

Markscheme
METHOD 1
attempt to use the cosine rule (M1)
42+42−52
cos θ = 2×4×4
(or equivalent) A1
θ = 1.35 A1

METHOD 2
attempt to split triangle AOB into two congruent right triangles (M1)

sin( θ2 ) = 2.5
4
A1

θ = 1.35 A1

[3 marks]

9b. Find the area of the shaded region. [3 marks]

Markscheme
attempt to find the area of the shaded region (M1)
1
2 × 4 × 4 × (2π − 1.35 …) A1
= 39.5 (cm2) A1
[3 marks]
 The following diagram shows a circle with centre O and radius 5 metres.
Points A and B lie on the circle and AÔB = 1. 9 radians.

10a. Find the length of the chord [AB]. [3 marks]

Markscheme
EITHER
uses the cosine rule (M1)
AB2 = 52 + 52 − 2 × 5 × 5 × cos 1. 9 (A1)

OR
uses right-angled trigonometry (M1)
AB
2
5
sin 0. 95 (A1)

OR
uses the sine rule (M1)
α = 12 (π − 1. 9)(= 0. 6207 …)
AB 5
sin1.9
= sin0.6207…
(A1)

THEN
AB = 8. 13415 …
AB = 8. 13 (m) A1

[3 marks]
10b. Find the area of the shaded sector. [3 marks]

Markscheme
let the shaded area be A

METHOD 1
attempt at finding reflex angle (M1)
AÔB = 2π − 1. 9 (= 4. 3831 …)
substitution into area formula (A1)

A= 1
2 × 52 × 4. 3831 … OR ( 2π2−1.9
π
)×π(5 2
)
= 54. 7898 …
= 54. 8 (m2 ) A1

METHOD 2
let the area of the circle be AC and the area of the unshaded sector be AU
A = AC − AU (M1)
A = π × 52 − 1
2 × 52 × 1. 9 (= 78. 5398 … − 23. 75) (A1)
= 54. 7898 …
= 54. 8 (m2 ) A1

[3 marks]

O
 The following diagram shows a circle with centre O and radius r.

PointsA and B lie on the circumference of the circle, and AÔB = 1radian.
The perimeter of the shaded region is 12.

11a. Find the value of r. [3 marks]

Markscheme
minor arc AB has length r (A1)
recognition that perimeter of shaded sector is 3r (A1)
3r = 12
r = 4 A1
[3 marks]

11b. Hence, find the exact area of the non-shaded region. [3 marks]

Markscheme
EITHER
θ = 2π − AÔB(= 2π − 1) (M1)
Area of non-shaded region = 12 (2π − 1)(42 ) (A1)
OR
area of circle − area of shaded sector (M1)
16π −( 12 × 1 × 42 ) (A1)
THEN
area = 16π − 8(= 8(2π − 1)) A1
[3 marks]
 Using geometry software, Pedro draws a quadrilateral ABCD. AB = 8 cm and
CD = 9 cm . Angle BAD = 51. 5° and angle ADB = 52. 5°. This information is
shown in the diagram.

12a. Calculate the length of BD. [3 marks]

Markscheme
* This question is from an exam for a previous syllabus, and may contain
minor differences in marking or structure.
BD 8
sin51.5°
= sin52.5°
(M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for substituted sine rule, (A1) for correct substitution.

(BD =) 7. 89 (cm) (7. 89164 …) (A1)(G2)

Note: If radians are used the answer is 9. 58723 … award at most

(M1)(A1)(A0).

[3 marks]

CE = 7 cm , where point E is the midpoint of BD.

12b. Show that angle EDC = 48. 0°, correct to three significant figures. [4 marks]
 Markscheme
92+3.94582…2−72
cos EDC = 2×9×3.94582…
(A1)(ft)(M1)(A1)(ft)

Note: Award (A1) for 3. 94582 … or 7.89164… 2 seen, (M1) for substituted
cosine rule, (A1)(ft) for correct substitutions.

(EDC =) 47. 9515 … ° (A1)

48. 0° (3 sig figures) (AG)

Note: Both an unrounded answer that rounds to the given answer and the
rounded value must be seen for the final (M1) to be awarded.
Award at most (A1)(ft)(M1)(A1)(ft)(A0) if the known angle 48. 0° is used to
validate the result. Follow through from their BD in part (a).

[4 marks]

12c. Calculate the area of triangle BDC. [3 marks]

Markscheme
Units are required in this question.

1
(area =) 2 × 7. 89164 … × 9 × sin 48. 0° (M1)(A1)(ft)

Note: Award (M1) for substituted area formula. Award (A1) for correct
substitution.

(area =) 26. 4 cm 2 (26. 3908 …) (A1)(ft)(G3)

Note: Follow through from part (a).

[3 marks]

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