Specimen Paper WMA12/01

Question
Scheme Marks
Number
10 1 2 3
 1   1  10 × 9  1  10 × 9 × 8  1 
1. (a) 1 − 8 x  =
1 + 10  − x  + − x + − x + ... M1
   8  2  8  3!  8 
5 45 2 15 3
1− x + x − x
= A1, A1
4 64 64
(3)

 5 45 2 15 3 
(b) g( x) =( 3 + 10 x ) 1 − x + x − x +
 4 64 64 
3 45 15 405
Coefficient of x = 10 × + 3 × − = M1 A1
64 64 64
(2)
(5 marks)

(a)
M1 For an attempt at the binomial expansion. Score for a correct attempt at term 2, 3 or 4.
1 2 3
10  1  10  1  10  1 
Accept sight of C1  ± x  or C2  ± x  or C3  ± x  condoning the omission of brackets.
 8   8   8 
Accept any coefficient appearing from Pascal's triangle. FYI 10, 45, 120
5 45 2 15 3
A1 For any two non constant terms of 1 − x + x − x
4 64 64
5 45 2 15 3
A1 For all four terms 1 − x + x − x ignoring terms with greater powers
4 64 64

(b)
M1 ( 2 3
For attempting to find 10b + 3c for their ( 3 + 10 x ) 1 + ax + bx + cx + )
405
A1 For
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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
3
2 2
y = 2 x − 16 x − 6 x + 9
−2 B1

3 5

∫
2 −2 4 2 16 2
2 x − 16 x − 6 x + 9 dx= x + − 3x + 9 x M1 A1 A1
5 x
9
 4 52 16   4 52 16   4 52 16 
∫
2 2 2
 x + − 3 x + 9 x  dx =  × 9 + − 3 × 9 + 9 × 9  −  × 4 + − 3× 4 + 9 × 4  dM1
5 x  5 9  5 4 
4      
= 16 26 45 A1

(6)
(6 marks)

3
2 −2
B1 For y = 2 x − 16 x − 6 x + 9
M1 Any correct index
5
4 2 16 2
A1 Two correct terms of (may be un-simplified) x + − 3 x + 9 x
5 x
5
4 2 16 2
A1 All terms correct of (may be un-simplified) x + − 3 x + 9 x
5 x
dM1 Substitutes 9 and 4 into their integral and subtracts either way around
A1 16 26 45

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
3
3.(a) a + 5d =
11 and
2
{2a + 2d } =−15 B1 B1
Solves simultaneously ⇒ d = 4, a = −9* M1 A1

(4)
n
(b) Attempts
2
{2 × −9 + ( n − 1) × 4}...888 M1
2
2n − 11n − 888...0 ⇒ n = (24) M1
n = 25 A1
(3)

(7 marks)

(a)
3
B1 One of a + 5d =
11 or
2
{2a + 3d } =
−15
For the sum you may see a + a + d + a + 2d =−15
B1 Both formulae correct. May be un-simplified
M1 Solves their two formulae (one of which must be correct) and finds at least a or d
A1 For d = 4, a = −9*
(b)
n
M1 Attempts to use the AP
2
{2 × −9 + ( n − 1) × 4}...888 with their a and d
M1 Solves their equation for n. Allow trial and improvement/ calculator /factoristion /formulae.
2
888 2n − 11n − 888 =
FYI the correct equations are n(2n − 11) = 0
A1 n = 25 (The n = −18.5 if found must not be given as a possible answer)

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
3 3 2
f ( x) = 2 x + x − 18 x + 3
2
4.(a) f ′( x ) = 6 x 2 + 3 x − 18 B1
3
Sets f ′( x ) = 0 ⇒ 6 x 2 + 3 x − 18 = 0 ⇒ x = −2, M1 A1
2
3
−2 < x < A1 ft
2
(4)
3
(b) Attempts to find f (−2) or f   M1
2
Finds the local max and min values 29 and −13.875 A1
k < −13.875, k > 29 A1ft
(3)
(7 marks)

(a)
B1 f ′( x ) = 6 x 2 + 3 x − 18 which may be un-simplified
M1 Sets their f ′( x ) = 0 and attempts to solve using any allowable method including use of a calculator
3
A1 x = −2,
2
3 3 3
A1 ft −2 < x < or −2 „ x „ but follow through on the inside region for their x = −2,
2 2 2
(b)
3
M1 Attempts to find the y value at either of their turning points found in (a) f (−2) or f  
2
A1 Finds the local maximum and minimum values of 29 and −13.875
A1ft k < −13.875, k > 29 but follow through on the outside region for their −13.875 and 29

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
5.(a) Sets f ( ±2 ) =−24 → equation in a Eg. −8 + 16 + a =−24 M1
⇒a= −32 * A1*
(2)
(b) (i)
3
(
x − 8 x − 32 = ( x − 4 ) x + 4 x + 8
2
) M1 A1
2
Attempts to find roots of x + 4 x + 8 =0 ⇒ ( x + 2 ) =−4
2
(ii) M1
2
States that x + 4 x + 8 =0 has no (real) roots as there are no real solutions A1
to −4 so f ( x) = 0 has only one (real) root, x = 4
(4)
(6 marks)

(a)
M1 Sets f ( ±2 ) =−24 → equation in a Eg. −8 + 16 + a =−24 . Condone sign slips
A1* Sets f ( −2 ) =−24 → Completes proof with at least one intermediate ''solvable'' line such as
−8 + 16 + a =−24
(b)(i)
M1 Attempt to divide or factorise out ( x − 4 )
3
By factorisation look for x − 8 x − 32 = ( x − 4 ) x + kx ± 8 ( 2
) k ≠0
x 2 ± 4 x..........
By division look for x − 4 x + 0 x 2 − 8 x − 32
3

x3 − 4 x 2

A1 ( 2
Correct factors ( x − 4 ) x + 4 x + 8 )
(b)(ii)
M1 Attempt to find the (number of) roots of their x + 4 x + 8 ( 2
)
Allow completing the square (See scheme)
Allow formula
2
Allow attempt at b − 4ac
A1 CSO. This requires
• Correct factors ( x − 4 ) x + 4 x + 8( 2
)
• (
Correct working leading to conclusion that x + 4 x + 8 has no real roots
2
)
• A statement that f ( x) = 0 has only one real root, x = 4

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number

6.(a)

Shape or intercept at 1 M1
( 0,1)
Fully correct A1

O
(2)
h = 0.4 B1
0.4
(b) Area ≈
2
{11 + 85 + 2 × (16.37 + 24.47 + 36.83 + 55.8)} M1
=72.6 A1
(3)

∫ (3 ) ∫ ( )
4 4 4

∫
x +1 x
(c) + x dx = 3 × 3 + x − 2 x dx =3 × (b) − 2 x dx M1
2 2 2
4
3 (b) −  x 
2
=× dM1
 2
= 205.8 A1ft
(3)
(8 marks)

(a)
M1 For either the shape (any position) or the y-intercept at 1
A1 Fully correct. Shape in quadrants 1 and 2 only with the y -intercept at 1

(b)
0.4
B1 For h = 0.4 This is implied by sight of in front of the bracket
2
M1 For a correct bracket condoning slips.
A1 awrt 72.6

(c)

∫( ) ∫ ( )
4 4 4

∫
x +1 x
M1 For realising that 3 + x dx = 3 × 3 + x − 2 x dx =3 × (b) ± px dx
2 2 2
4
 px 2 
dM1 For 3 × (b) ±  
2 
 2
A1ft awrt 205.8 or follow through on the answer to their 3(b) − 12

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Question Scheme Marks
Number
7.(i) 2
3x M1
log 2 3 + log 2 2
x−2
log 2 8
=
x
x− 2
=3
2
⇒ log 2 3 + x − 2 =3x 2
2 x+2
=3 ⇒ ( 2 x + 2 ) =log 2 3 A1

⇒ 2 x= log 2 3 − 2 ⇒ 2 x= log 2 3 − 2 dM1

log 2 3 log 2 3 A1
x
⇒= −1 x
⇒= −1
2 2
(4)
(ii) 2 log 5 ( 2 y + 1) − log 5 ( 2 − y ) =
1
( 2 y + 1) = 1
2

log 5 M1
(2 − y)
( 2 y + 1) = 5
2

A1
(2 − y)
2 3 dM1
4y + 9y −9 = 0 ⇒ y =, −3
4
States that −3 cannot be a solution as log 5 ( 2 y + 1) doesn't exist for y = −3 A1
3
Only solution is y = (4)
4
(8 marks)
(i)
M1 Takes logs of both sides and uses one rule correctly.
x−2 x−2 x
Either log 2 3 × 2 = log 2 3 + log 2 2 or log 2 8 = x log 2 8
x 3x
Alternatively attempts to collect terms in x together writing 8 as 2
A1 For a correct equation linear equation in x
Allow for log 2 3 + x − 2 =3x
log 2 3 + x − 2 =x log 2 8
( 2x + 2) = log 2 3
( 2 x + 2 ) log 2 2 = log 2 3
dM1 Having achieved a linear equation in x, and used two log rules correctly, it is scored for making x
the subject. The solution may be still in terms of log 2 8
log 2 3 log 2 3 − 2
A1 =x − 1 or exact equivalent such as x = .
2 2
(ii)
( 2 y + 1)
2

M1 Uses two log laws Eg. 2 log 5 ( 2 y + 1) − log 5 ( 2 − y ) =

log 5
(2 − y)
A1 A correct equation in y
dM1 Dependent upon having scored the M1. It is for proceeding to find at least one value for y using a
correct method including use of a calculator.
A1 States that −3 cannot be a solution as log 5 ( 2 y + 1) is not defined for/doesn't exist for y = −3
3
Hence only solution is y =
4

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
π 
8 (a) t =1 ⇒ H =3 − 1.2sin   =2.4 (m) * B1*
6
(1)
(b) Maximum = 4.2 m B1
(1)
 πt 
(c) H=3.5 ⇒ 3.5 =−3 1.2sin  
 6 
 πt  5
⇒ sin   = − M1 A1
 6  12
  5 
6 ×  π + arcsin  ' '  
 πt  5  12   M1A1
⇒ sin   =− ⇒ t =  =6.82(081) → 11: 49 am
 6  12 π
  5 
6 ×  2π − arcsin  ' '  
  12   M1A1
And
= ⇒t = = 4 :11 pm
11.17(919)
π
(6)
(8 marks)

(a)
π  1
B1* This is a given answer. Score for sight of 3 − 1.2sin   =2.4 (m) OR 3 − 1.2 × =2.4 (m)
6 2
(b)
B1 For 4.2 (m)
(c)
 πt   πt 
M1 For substituting H =3.5 into H = 3 − 1.2sin   WITH some attempt to make sin   the subject.
 6   6 
 πt 
You may see the   being replaced by another variable which is fine for the first two marks
 6 
 πt  5  πt 
A1 sin   = − oe Condone awrt sin   = −0.417
 6  12  6 
5
M1 For a correct attempt to find one of the first two values of t using their − .
12
  5    5 
6 ×  2π − arcsin  ' '   6 ×  π + arcsin  ' '  
  12     12  
Either t = or
π π
A1 One correct value of t awrt 6.8 or awrt 11.2
5
M1 For a (correct) attempt to find the second value of t using their −
12
A1 Both 11:49 am and 4:11 pm
Note: Some candidates may choose to do part (c) using degrees. This is fine and the scheme can be applied
5
M1 A1 sin ( 30t ) = −
12
M1 Attempts to find one value of t (but the units must be consistent)
5
sin ( 30t ) =− ⇒ 30t =204.6 or 335.4 ⇒ t =
12

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
cos θ 0.5
9.(a) Uses common ratio's ⇒ = B1
sin θ cos θ
2 2 2 2
Uses cos θ = 1 − sin θ cos
= θ 0.5sin θ ⇒ 1 − sin
= θ 0.5sin θ M1
2
2sin θ + sin θ − 2 =0* A1*
(3)
2 −1 ± 17 M1
(b) Attempts to solve 2sin θ + sin θ − 2 = 0 ⇒ sin θ =
4
−1 + 17 A1
sin θ =
4
Solves by using arcsin to find solution(s) M1
=θ 128.7° A1
(4)

(c) cos θ
Attempts r = with θ = 128.7° ⇒ r = −0.80 M1 A1
sin θ
States that as r < 1 the series is convergent B1
(d) (3)
sin θ
(ii) Attempts
= S∞ = 0.43 M1 A1
1 − '' r ''
(2)
(12 marks)
(a)
cos θ 0.5 cos θ
B1 Uses common ratios to produce a correct equation usually = or cos θ × 0.5
=
sin θ cos θ sin θ
2 2 2 2
M1 Uses cos θ = 1 − sin θ cos
= θ 0.5sin θ ⇒ 1 − sin
= θ 0.5sin θ
2
A1* cso 2sin θ + sin θ − 2 =0
(b)
2
M1 Attempts to solve 2sin θ + sin θ − 2 = 0 using the formula or calculator
−1 + 17
A1 Achieves sin θ = or awrt 0.78
4
M1 Uses arcsin to find at least one solution
A1 awrt
= θ 128.7° only
(c)
cos θ
M1 Attempts to find r = with=θ 128.7° ⇒ = r ...
sin θ
0.5
Alternatively uses r = with=θ 128.7° ⇒ = r ...
cos θ
A1 awrt r = −0.80
B1 States as r < 1 the series is convergent
Alternatively as −1 < −0.80 < 1 the series is convergent

(d)
sin θ
M1 Attempts
= S∞ =
1 − '' r ''
A1 awrt 0.43

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Question
Scheme Marks
Number
10(a) M = ( 7, 0 ) B1
6 − ( −6 )
Attempts gradient of PQ =
4 − 10
= ( −2 ) M1
1
Equation of l is y − 0= ( x − 7) dM1
2
x − 2y − 7 = 0 A1
(4)
1 7
(b) Substitutes y = −2 into y = x − ⇒ x= M1
2 2
Obtains centre of circle ( 3, −2 ) A1
( 4 − ''3'') + ( 6 − ''− 2 '')
2 2
Attempts r 2 = M1
2
( x − 3) + ( y + 2) =
2
65 A1
(4)
(8 marks)

(a)
B1 States or implies that M = ( 7, 0 )
∆y
M1 Attempts to find the gradient of PQ Required to find
∆x
M1 Uses M = ( 7, 0 ) and the negative reciprocal gradient to find equation of line l
A1 x − 2y − 7 =0 or any multiple thereof.
(b)
M1 Attempts to find the x coordinate of C by substituting y = −2 into l
A1 = ( 3, −2 )
For C
2
It may also be awarded for a circle equation in the form ( x − 3) + ( y + 2)= k , k > 0
2

M1 Attempts to find the distance between their ( 3, −2 ) and either P (4, 6) or Q(10, −6)
2
( x − 3)
2
A1 + ( y + 2) =
65

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