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Edexcel GCE
Core Mathematics C1
Advanced Subsidiary

Functions:
Transformations and Graphs
Calculators may NOT be used for these questions.

Information for Candidates

A booklet ‘Mathematical Formulae and Statistical Tables’ might be needed for some questions.

The marks for the parts of questions are shown in round brackets, e.g. (2).

There are 15 questions in this test.

Advice to Candidates

You must ensure that your answers to parts of questions are clearly labelled.

You must show sufficient working to make your methods clear.

Answers without working may not gain full credit.

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1.

The diagram above shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = f (x). The curve has a
maximum point A at (–2, 3) and a minimum point B at (3, – 5).

On separate diagrams sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = f (x + 3)
(3)

(b) y = 2f (x)
(3)

On each diagram show clearly the coordinates of the maximum and minimum points.

The graph of y = f (x) + a has a minimum at (3, 0), where a is a constant.

(c) Write down the value of a.

(1)
(Total 7 marks)

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2. (a) On the axes below sketch the graphs of

(i) y = x (4 – x)

(ii) y = x2 (7 – x)

showing clearly the coordinates of the points where the curves cross the
coordinate axes.

(5)

(b) Show that the x-coordinates of the points of intersection of

y = x (4 – x) and y = x2 (7 – x)

are given by the solutions to the equation x(x2 – 8x + 4) = 0

(3)

The point A lies on both of the curves and the x and y coordinates of A are both positive.

(c) Find the exact coordinates of A, leaving your answer in the form (p + q√3, r +
s√3), where p, q, r and s are integers.
(7)
(Total 15 marks)

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3.

The diagram above shows a sketch of part of the curve with equation y = f(x).

The curve has a maximum point (–2, 5) and an asymptote y = 1, as shown in the
diagram.

On separate diagrams, sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = f(x) + 2
(2)

(b) y = 4f(x)
(2)

(c) y = f(x + 1)
(3)

On each diagram, show clearly the coordinates of the maximum point and the equation
of the asymptote.
(Total 7 marks)

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4. (a) Factorise completely x3 – 6x2 + 9x

(3)

(b) Sketch the curve with equation

y = x3 – 6x2 + 9x

showing the coordinates of the points at which the curve meets the x-axis.
(4)

Using your answer to part (b), or otherwise,

(c) sketch, on a separate diagram, the curve with equation

y = (x – 2)3 – 6(x – 2)2 + 9(x – 2)

showing the coordinates of the points at which the curve meets the x-axis.
(2)
(Total 9 marks)

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5.

Above is a sketch of the curve C with equation y = f(x). There is a maximum at (0, 0), a
minimum at (2, –1) and C passes through (3, 0).

On separate diagrams sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = f(x + 3)
(3)

(b) y = f(–x).
(3)

On each diagram show clearly the coordinates of the maximum point, the minimum
point and any points of intersection with the x-axis.
(Total 6 marks)

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6.

(0, 7) y = f( x)

O (7, 0) x

The diagram above shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = f(x). The curve passes
through the point (0, 7) and has a minimum point at (7, 0).

On separate diagrams, sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = f(x) + 3,
(3)

(b) y = f(2x).
(2)

On each diagram, show clearly the coordinates of the minimum point and the
coordinates of the point at which the curve crosses the y-axis.
(Total 5 marks)

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7.
y

(2, 5)

1 4 x

The diagram above shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = f(x). The curve
crosses the x-axis at the points (1, 0) and (4, 0). The maximum point on the curve is (2,
5). In separate diagrams sketch the curves with the following equations. On each
diagram show clearly the coordinates of the maximum point and of each point at which
the curve crosses the x-axis.

(a) y = 2f(x),
(3)

(b) y = f(–x).
(3)

The maximum point on the curve with equation y = f(x + a) is on the y-axis.

(c) Write down the value of the constant a.

(1)
(Total 7 marks)

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8.
y

O x

3
The diagram above shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = , x ≠ 0.
x

3
(a) On a separate diagram, sketch the curve with equation y = , x ≠ − 2, showing
x+2
the coordinates of any point at which the curve crosses a coordinate axis.
(3)

(b) Write down the equations of the asymptotes of the curve in part (a).
(2)
(Total 5 marks)

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9. Given that f(x) = , x ≠ 0,
x

(a) sketch the graph of y = f(x) + 3 and state the equations of the asymptotes.
(4)

(b) Find the coordinates of the point where y = f(x) + 3 crosses a coordinate axis.
(2)
(Total 6 marks)

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10. (a) On the same axes sketch the graphs of the curves with equations

(i) y = x2(x – 2),

(3)
(ii) y = x(6 – x),
(3)

and indicate on your sketches the coordinates of all the points where the curves
cross the x-axis.

(b) Use algebra to find the coordinates of the points where the graphs intersect.
(7)
(Total 13 marks)

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11. On separate diagrams, sketch the graphs of

(a) y = (x + 3)2,
(3)

(b) y = (x + 3)2 + k, where k is a positive constant.

(2)

Show on each sketch the coordinates of each point at which the graph meets the axes.
(Total 5 marks)

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12.
y

(0, 3)

(4, 0)
O (1, 0) x

The figure above shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = f(x). The curve passes
through the points (0, 3) and (4, 0) and touches the x-axis at the point (1, 0).

On separate diagrams sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = f(x + 1),

(3)

(b) y = 2f(x),
(3)

1 
(c) y = f  x .
2 
(3)

On each diagram show clearly the coordinates of all the points where the curve meets
the axes.
(Total 9 marks)

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13.
y

(3, 5)

O (6, 0) x

The diagram shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = f(x). The curve passes
through the origin O and through the point (6, 0). The maximum point on the curve is
(3, 5).

On separate diagrams, sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = 3f(x),
(2)

(b) y = f(x + 2).

(3)

On each diagram, show clearly the coordinates of the maximum point and of each point
at which the curve crosses the x-axis.
(Total 5 marks)

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14.
y

O 2 4 x

P(3, –2)

This diagram shows a sketch of the curve with equation y = f(x). The curve crosses the
x-axis at the points (2, 0) and (4, 0). The minimum point on the curve is P(3, –2).

In separate diagrams sketch the curve with equation

(a) y = –f(x),
(3)

(b) y = f(2x).
(3)

On each diagram, give the coordinates of the points at which the curve crosses the x-
axis, and the coordinates of the image of P under the given transformation.
(Total 6 marks)

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15. (a) Factorise completely x3 − 4x.

(3)

(b) Sketch the curve with equation y = x3 − 4x, showing the coordinates of the points
where the curve crosses the x-axis.
(3)

(c) On a separate diagram, sketch the curve with equation

y = (x − 1)3 − 4(x − 1),

showing the coordinates of the points where the curve crosses the x-axis.
(3)
(Total 9 marks)

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1. (a)

Horizontal translation of ± 3 M1
(– 5, 3) marked on sketch or in text B1
(0, –5) and min intentionally on y-axis A1 3
Condone (–5, 0) if correctly placed on negative y-axis

Note
Turning points (not on axes) should have both co-ordinates given in
form(x, y). Do not accept points marked on axes e.g. –5on x-axis and
3 on y-axis is not sufficient. For repeated offenders apply this penalty
once only at first offence and condone elsewhere.
In (a) and (b) no graphs means no marks.
In (a) and (b) the ends of the graphs do not need to cross the axes provided
max and min are clear

M1 for a horizontal translation of ±3 so accept

i.e max in 1st quad and
coordinates of (1, 3) or (6, –5) seen.
[Horizontal translation to the left should have a min on the y-axis]
If curve passes through (0, 0) then M0 (and A0) but they
could score the B1 mark.
A1 for minimum clearly on negative y-axis and at least –5 marked on
y-axis.
Allow this mark if the minimum is very close and the point
(0, –5) clearly indicated

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(b)

Correct shape and intentionally through (0, 0) between the max and min B1
( − 2, 6) marked on graph or in text B1
(3, − 10) marked on graph or in text B1 3

Note
Turning points (not on axes) should have both co-ordinates given in
form(x, y). Do not accept points marked on axes e.g. –5on x-axis and
3 on y-axis is not sufficient. For repeated offenders apply this penalty
once only at first offence and condone elsewhere.
In (a) and (b) no graphs means no marks.
In (a) and (b) the ends of the graphs do not need to cross the axes provided
max and min are clear

1st B1 Ignore coordinates for this mark

Coordinates or points on sketch override coordinates given in the text.
Condone (y, x) confusion for points on axes only. So (–5, 0) for
(0, –5) is OK if the point is marked correctly but (3, 10) is B0
even if in 4th quadrant.

(c) (a =) 5 B1 1
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2. (a)

(i) ∩ shape (anywhere on diagram) B1

Passing through or stopping at (0, 0) and (4, 0) B1
only(Needn’t be ∩ shape)

(ii) correct shape (-ve cubic) with a max and min drawn anywhereB1
Minimum or maximum at (0, 0) B1
Passes through or stops at (7, 0) but NOT touching. B1 5
(7, 0) should be to right of (4, 0) or B0
Condone (0, 4) or (0, 7) marked correctly on x-axis.
Don’t penalise poor overlap near origin.
Points must be marked on the sketch...not in the text

(b) x (4 − x=
) x 2 ( 7 − x ) (0 =) x[7 x − x 2 − (4 − x)] M1
(0 =) x[7 x − x 2 − (4 − x)] (o.e.) B1ft

( )
0= x x 2 − 8 x + 4 * A1 cso 3

Note
M1 for forming a suitable equation
B1 for a common factor of x taken out legitimately. Can treat this
as an M mark. Can ft their cubic = 0 found from an attempt at
solving their equations e.g. x3 – 8x2 – 4x = x(...
A1cso no incorrect working seen. The “= 0” is required but condone
missing from some lines of working. Cancelling the x scores B0A0.

( x ± 4 ) − 42 + 4(=
2
8 ± 64 − 16 0)
(c) ( 2
)
0 = x − 8x + 4 ⇒ x =
2
or M1
( x − 4) =
2
12
A1
8± 4 3
= or ( x − 4) =
±2 3 B1
2
x= 4 ± 2 3 A1

From sketch A is x= 4 − 2 3 M1

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So ( )(
y = 4 − 2 3 4 − [4 − 2 3] ) (dependent on 1st M1) M1

=−12 + 8 3 A1 7

Note

1st M1 for some use of the correct formula or attempt to complete

the square
1st A1 for a fully correct expression: condone + instead of ±
or for (x – 4)2 = 12
B1 for simplifying 48 = 4 3 or 12 = 2 3 .Can be scored
independently of this expression
2nd A1 for correct solution of the form p + q 3 : can be ± or + or –
2nd M1 for selecting their answer in the interval (0, 4). If they have no
value in (0, 4) score M0
rd
3 M1 for attempting y =…using their x in correct equation. An
expression needed for M1A0
rd
3 A1 for correct answer. If 2 answers are given A0.
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3. (a)

(–2, 7), y=3 (Marks are dependent upon a sketch

being attempted) B1 B1 2
See conditions below.

(b)

(–2, 20), y = 4 (Marks are dependent upon a sketch

being attempted) B1 B1 2
See conditions below.

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Note
Parts (a) and (b):
(i) If only one of the B marks is scored, there is no penalty
for a wrong sketch.
(ii) If both the maximum and the equation of the asymptote
are correct, the sketch must be “correct” to score B1 B1.
If the sketch is “wrong”, award B1 B0.
The (generous) conditions for a “correct” sketch are that the
maximum must be in the 2nd quadrant and that the curve must
not cross the positive x-axis... ignore other “errors” such as
“curve appearing to cross its asymptote” and “curve appearing
to have a minimum in the 1st quadrant”.

Special case:
1  5 1
(b) Stretch instead of 4: Correct shape, with  – 2, , y = : B1 B0
4  4 4
Coordinates of maximum:
If the coordinates are the wrong way round (e.g. (7, –2) in part
(a)), or the coordinates are just shown as values on the x and
y axes, penalise only once in the whole question, at first occurrence.
Asymptote marks:
If the equation of the asymptote is not given,
e.g. in part (a), 3 is marked on the y-axis but y = 3 is not seen,
penalise only once in the whole question, at first occurrence.
Ignore extra asymptotes stated (such as x = 0).

(c)

Sketch: Horizontal translation (either way)… (There must be

evidence that y = 5 at the max and that the asymptote is still y = 1) B1
(–3, 5), y=1 B1 B1 3
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4. (a) x(x2 – 6x + 9) B1
= x(x – 3)(x – 3) M1 A1 3
Note
B1 for correctly taking out a factor of x
M1 for an attempt to factorize their 3TQ e.g. (x + p)(x + q)
where pq = 9.
So (x – 3)(x + 3) will score M1 but A0

A1 for a fully correct factorized expression – accept x(x – 3)2

If they “solve” use ISW
S.C.
If the only correct linear factor is (x – 3), perhaps from factor
theorem, award B0M1A0
Do not award marks for factorising in part (b)
For the graphs
“Sharp points” will lose the 1st B1 in (b) but otherwise be
generous on shape Condone (0, 3) in (b) and (0, 2), (0,5) in (c) if
the points are marked in the correct places.

(b)

Shape
Through origin (not touching) B1
Touching x-axis only once B1
Touching at (3, 0), or 3 on x-axis B1ft 4
[Must be on graph not in a table]
Note

2nd B1 for a curve that starts or terminates at (0, 0) score B0

4th B1ft for a curve that touches (not crossing or terminating) at (a, 0)
where their y = x(x – a)2

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(c)

Moved horizontally (either way) M1

(2, 0) and (5, 0), or 2 and 5 on x-axis A1 2
Note
M1 for their graph moved horizontally (only) or a fully correct graph
Condone a partial stretch if ignoring their values looks like a simple
translation
A1 for their graph translated 2 to the right and crossing or touching
the axis at 2 and 5 only
Allow a fully correct graph (as shown above) to score M1A1
whatever they have in (b)
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5. (a)

Shape , touching the x-axis at its maximum. M1

Through (0, 0) & – 3 marked on x-axis, or (–3,0) seen. A1
Allow (0, – 3) if marked on the x-axis.
Marked in the correct place, but 3, is A0.
Min at (–1, –1) A1 3
Note
M1 as described above. Be generous, even when the curve seems to be
composed of straight line segments, but there must be a discernible
‘curve’ at the max. and min.
1st A1 for curve passing through – 3 and the origin. Max at (– 3,0)
2nd A1 for minimum at (– 1, – 1). Can simply be indicated on sketch.

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(b)

Correct shape
(top left – bottom right) B1
Through – 3 and max at (0, 0).
Marked in the correct place, but 3, is B0. B1
Min at (–2, –1) B1 3

Note

1st B1 for the correct shape. A negative cubic passing from top left to
bottom right. Shape: Be generous, even when the curve seems
to be composed of straight line segments, but there must be a
discernible ‘curve’ at the max. and min.
2nd B1 for curve passing through (–3,0) having a max at (0, 0) and no
other max.
rd
3 B1for minimum at (–2, –1) and no other minimum. If in correct
quadrant but labelled, e.g. (–2,1), this is B0.
In each part the (0, 0) does not need to be written to score the second
mark… having the curve pass through the origin is sufficient.
The last mark (for the minimum) in each part is dependent on a sketch
being attempted, and the sketch must show the minimum in approximately
the correct place (not, for example, (–2, –1) marked in the wrong quadrant).
The mark for the minimum is not given for the coordinates just marked on
the axes unless these are clearly linked to the minimum by vertical and
horizontal lines.
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6. (a)

10

(7, 3) B1B1B1 3

1st B1 for moving the given curve up. Must be U shaped curve,
minimum in first quadrant, not touching x-axis but cutting
positive y-axis. Ignore any values on axes.

2nd B1 for curve cutting y-axis at (0, 10). Point 10(or even (10, 0)
marked on positive y-axis is OK)

3rd B1 for minimum indicated at (7, 3). Must have both

coordinates and in the right order.
y

10
x
this would score B0B1B0
If the curve flattens out to a turning point like this penalise once
at first offence ie 1st B1 in (a) or in (b) but not in both.
The U shape mark can be awarded if the sides are fairly straight
as long as the vertex is rounded.

(b)
y

x
(3.5, 0) B1B1 2

1st B1 for U shaped curve, touching positive x-axis and

crossing y-axis at (0, 7)[condone (7, 0) if marked on
positive y axis] or 7 marked on y-axis
7
2nd B1 for minimum at (3.5, 0) or 3.5 or or marked on x-axis.
2
Do not condone (0, 3.5) here.
Redrawing f(x) will score B1B0 in part (b).
Points on sketch override points given in text/table.
If coordinates are given elsewhere (text or table) marks can
be awarded if they are compatible with the sketch.
Allow “stopping at” (0, 10) or (0, 7) instead of “cutting”
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7. (a)
(2, 10)

1 4

Shape: Max in 1st quadrant and 2 intersections on positive x-axis B1

1 and 4 labelled (in correct place) or clearly stated as coordinates B1
(2, 10) labelled or clearly stated B1 3

(b)
(–2, 5)

–4 –1

Shape: Max in 2nd quadrant and 2 intersections on negative x-axis B1

–1 and –4 labelled (in correct place) or clearly stated as coordinates B1
(–2, 5) labelled or clearly stated B1 3
Special case:
If the graph is reflected in the x-axis (instead of the y-axis),
B1 B0 B0 can be scored. This requires shape and coordinates to
be fully correct i.e.
Shape: Minimum in 4th quadrant and 2 intersections

on positive x-axis, 1 and 4 labelled (in correct place) or clearly

stated as coordinates, (2, –5) labelled or clearly stated.
(a) and (b)

1st B: ‘Shape’ is generous, providing the conditions are satisfied.

2nd and 3rd B marks are dependent upon a sketch having been drawn.

2nd B marks: Allow (0, 1), etc. (coordinates the wrong way round) if the
sketch is correct.
Points must be labelled correctly and be in appropriate place
(e.g. (–2, 5) in the first quadrant is B0).
(c) (a = ) 2 May be implicit, i.e. f (x + 2) B1 1
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8. (a)
6

–6 –4 –2 2 4 6
–2

–4

–6
Translation parallel to x-axis M1
Top branch intersects + ve y − axis

Lower branch has no intersections  A1
No obvious overlap 

 3 3
 0,  or marked on y-axis B1 3
 2 2
M1 for a horizontal translation – two branches with one branch
cutting y-axis only.
If one of the branches cuts both axes (translation up and
across) this is M0.
A1 for a horizontal translation to left.
Ignore any figures on axes for this mark.
B1 for correct intersection on positive y-axis.
More than 1 intersection is B0.
x = 0 and y = 1.5 in a table alone is sufficient unless intersection
of their sketch is with +ve y-axis.
A point marked on the graph overrides a point given elsewhere.

(b) x = –2, y = 0 B1, B1 2

S.C. [Allow ft on first B1 for x = 2 when translated “the wrong way”
but must be compatible with their sketch.]

1stB1 for x = –2. NB x ≠ –2 is B0.

Can accept x = +2 if this is compatible with their sketch.
Usually they will have M1A0 in part (a) (and usually B0 too)

2ndB1 for y = 0.
S.C. If x = –2 and y = 0 and some other asymptotes are also
given award B1B0
The asymptote equations should be clearly stated in part (b).
Simply marking x = 2 or y = 0 on the sketch is sufficient unless
they are clearly marked “asymptote x = –2” etc.
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9. (a)
8 y

2
x
–4 –3 –2 –1 1 2 3 4
–2

–4
Shape of f(x) B1
Moved up ↑ M1
Asymptotes: y = 3 B1
x = 0 (Allow “ y –axis”) B1 4
(y ≠ 3 is B0, x ≠ 0 is B0).

B1: Shape requires both branches and no obvious “overlap”

with the asymptotes (see below), but otherwise this mark
is awarded generously.
The curve may, e.g., bend away from the asymptote a little
at the end.
Sufficient curve must be seen to suggest the asymptotic
behaviour, both horizontal and vertical.
M1: Evidence of an upward translation parallel to the y-axis.
The shape of the graph can be wrong, but the complete
graph (both branches if they have 2 branches) must be
translated upwards. This mark can be awarded generously
by implication where the graph drawn is an upward translation
of another standard curve (but not a straight line).
The B marks for asymptote equations are independent of the graph.
Ignore extra asymptote equations, if seen.

1
(b) +3 = 0 No variations accepted. M1
x
1
x = − (or – 0.33 …)Decimal answer requires at least 2 d.p. A1 2
3

Correct answer with no working scores both marks.

The answer may be seen on the sketch in part (a).
Ignore any attempts to find an intersection with the y-axis.

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e.g.

(a) This scores B0 (clear overlap with horiz. asymp.)

M1 (Upward translation… bod that both branches have
been translated).

B0 M1 B0 M1 B0 M0

No marks unless the original curve is seen, to show upward translation.

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10. (a)
20 y

10

x
–3 –2 –1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

–10

–20

(i) Shape or or B1
Max. at (0, 0). B1
(2, 0), (or 2 shown on x-axis). B1 3
For the third ‘shape’ shown above, where a section of the
graph coincides with the x-axis, the B1 for (2, 0) can still
be awarded if the 2 is shown on the x-axis.
For the final B1 in (i), and similarly for (6, 0) in (ii):
There must be a sketch.
If, for example (2, 0) is written separately from the sketch,
the sketch must not clearly contradict this.
If (0, 2) instead of (2, 0) is shown on the sketch, allow the mark.
Ignore extra intersections with the x-axis.

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(ii) Shape B1
(It need not go below x-axis)
Through origin. B1
(6, 0), (or 6 shown on x-axis). B1 3

2nd B is dependent on 1st B.

Separate sketches can score all marks.

(b) x2(x – 2) = x(6 – x) M1

x3 – x2 – 6x = 0
Expand to form 3-term cubic (or 3-term quadratic if divided by x),
with all terms on one side. The “= 0” may be implied. M1
x(x – 3)(x + 2) = 0 x = ...Factor x (or divide by x), and solve quadratic.M1
x = 3 and x = –2
x = –2 : y = –16 Attempt y value for a non-zero x value by M1
substituting back into x2 (x – 2) or x(6 – x).
x=3:y=9 Both y values are needed for A1. A1
(–2,–16) and (3,9)
(0, 0) This can just be written down. Ignore any ‘method’ shown.
(But must be seen in part (b)). B1 7

Note the dependence of the first three M marks.

A common wrong solution is (–2, 0), (3, 0), (0, 0),
which scores M0 A0 B1 as the last 3 marks.
A solution using no algebra (e.g. trial and error), can score up to 3 marks:
M0 M0 M0 A0 M1 A1 B1.
(The final A1 requires both y values).
Also, if the cubic is found but not solved algebraically, up to 5 marks:
M1 M1 M0 A0 M1 A1 B1. (The final A1 requires both y values).
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11. (a)
y

9
x
–3
U shape touching x-axis B1
(–3, 0) B1
(0, 9) B1 3
2nd B1 They can score this even if other
intersections with the x-axis are given.
2nd B1 & 3rd B1 The -3 and 9 can appear on the
sketch as shown

(b)
y

9+k

x
Translated parallel to y-axis up M1
(0, 9 + k) B1f.t. 2
M1 Follow their curve in (a) up only.
If it is not obvious do not give it. e.g. if it
cuts y-axis in (a) but doesn’t in (b) then it is M0.
B 1f.t. Follow through their 9
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12. (a)

(See below) M1
Clearly through origin (or (0, 0) seen) A1
3 labelled (or (3, 0) seen) A1 3

(b)

1 4

Stretch parallel to y-axis M1

1 and 4 labelled (or (1, 0) and (4, 0) seen) A1
6 labelled (or (0, 6) seen) A1 3

(c) 3

2 8

Stretch parallel to x-axis M1

2 and 8 labelled (or (2, 0) and (8, 0) seen) A1
3 labelled (or (0, 3) seen) A1 3
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(a) M1:

(b) M1:

with at least two of: (1, 0) unchanged

(4, 0) unchanged
(0, 3) changed

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M1:

with at least two of: (1, 0) changed

(4, 0) changed
(0, 3) unchanged
Beware: Candidates may sometimes re-label the parts of their solution.

13. (a)
y
(3, 15)

0 6 x

Shape B1
Points B1 2
(If both graphs are really straight lines then penalise B0 in
part (a) only)
1st B1 for ∩ shape through (0, 0) and ( (k ,0) where k > 0)

2nd B1 for max at (3, 15) and 6 labelled or (6, 0) seen

Condone (15,3) if 3 and 15 are correct on axes. Similarly
(5,1) in (b)

y
(b) (1, 5) M1

–2 4 x

–2 and 4 A1
max A1 3
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Marks for shape: graphs must have curved sides and
round top. Don’t penalise twice.
M1 for ∩ shape NOT through (0, 0) but must cut x-axis
twice.
1st A1 for –2 and 4 labelled or (–2, 0) and (4, 0) seen
2nd A1 for max at (1, 5). Must be clearly in 1st quadrant

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14. (a)

(3, 2)
2 4

Reflection in x-axis, cutting x-axis twice. B1

2 and 4 labelled (or (2, 0) and (4, 0) seen) B1}
Image of P (3, 2) B1 3

(b)

1 2
(11 2 , –2)
Stretch parallel to x-axis M1
1 and 2 labelled (or (1, 0) and (2, 0) seen) A1
Image of P (1½, –2) A1 3
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15. x, (x − 2)(x + 2) B1, M1 A1 3

x

(–2, 0) (0, 0) (2, 0) y

Shape B1
Through origin B1 (dep.)
−2 and 2 B1 3
x

(–1, 0) (1, 0) (3, 0) y

Curve translated +1 parallel to x-axis B1 ft

−1, 1 and 3 (B1 ft for one value) B1 ft B1 3
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1. Most candidates have a good idea of the principles in these transformations (as was
evident from their rough working) but sometimes their sketches did not do them justice.
In part (a) many knew that the graph underwent a translation of 3 units to the left but
their minimum was in the 4th quadrant even though it was correctly labelled (0, –5).
In (b) many knew that the curve was stretched in the y direction but their curve did not
pass through the origin and a mark was lost. The most common error in (a) was a
1 1
translation of +3 in the x direction and in (b) we saw both y = f( x) and y = f(x).
2 2
Part (c) proved to be a little more difficult with candidates unable to visualise the
translation and unwilling to draw themselves a diagram. There were many wrong
answers of a = ±3 and sometimes a = –5.

2. The majority sketched a quadratic and a cubic curve in part (a) but not always with the
correct features. The quadratic was often U shaped and although the intercepts at (0, 0)
and (4, 0) were mostly correct, sometimes the curve passes through (–4, 0) and (4, 0).
The cubic was sometimes a positive cubic and whilst it often passes through (0, 0) and
(7, 0) the turning point was not always at the origin and the intercept was sometimes at
(–7, 0).
Part (b) caused few problems with most candidates scoring full marks here.

Most could start part (c) and the quadratic formula was usually used to solve their
equation. Although many simplified 48 to 4 3 several candidates failed to divide by 2
correctly and gave their answers as x = 4 ± 4 3 . Most realised they needed to find the y-
coordinate as well and usually they substituted their value of x into the quadratic
equation to find y, though some chose the much less friendly cubic equation instead.
The selection of the correct solution defeated all but the best candidates. Most
successful solutions involved checking the y coordinates for both
x = 4 + 2 3 and x = 4 − 2 3 and, if the calculations were correct, selecting the one that
gave a positive y coordinate. Only a rare minority realised that the required point would
have an x coordinate in the interval (0, 4) and therefore only the x = 4 − 2 3 case need
be considered.

3. There were many good solutions to all three parts of this question. Although many
candidates were able to give the coordinates of the transformed maximum points
correctly, some did not understand the effect of the transformation on the asymptote.
This was particularly true in part (b), where it was common to think that the asymptote
y = 1 was unchanged in the transformation y = 4f (x) . Almost all candidates had some
success in producing sketches of the correct general shape in each part, but it was often
apparent that the concept of an asymptote was not fully understood.

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4. It seemed clear that many candidates did not appreciate the links between the 3 parts of
this question and there was much unnecessary work carried out: differentiating to find
turning points and tables of values to help draw, not sketch, the curves.
Part (a) was usually answered well but not all the successful candidates started by
taking out the factor of x, rather they tried to use the factor theorem to establish a first
factor. Whilst techniques from C2 (or higher units) may be used in C1 they are not
required and the “best” approach will not use them.
A correct factorisation in (a) should have made the sketch in (b) straightforward. Most
drew a cubic curve (but some had a negative cubic not a positive one) and usually their
curve either touched or passed through the origin. The most common non-cubic curve
was a parabola passing through (0, 0) and (3,0). Part (c) looked complicated but those
who spotted that they were sketching f(x – 2) had few problems in securing both marks.
Many candidates though embarked upon half a page or more of algebraic manipulation
to no avail - this part was only worth 2 marks and a little thought may have helped them
realise that such an approach was unlikely to be the correct one.

5. There were many good solutions to both parts of this question. In part (a) most
candidates translated the curve parallel to the x-axis, although occasionally the
translation was of + 3 rather than – 3 units, taking the curve “to the right”. A common
mistake in part (b) was to sketch y = –f (x) instead of y = f (–x), reflecting in the x-axis
instead of the y-axis.
Just a few candidates failed to show the coordinates of the turning points or
intersections with the x-axis, or carelessly omitted a minus sign from a coordinate.

6. In part (a) most realized that a translation was required but some moved the curve
horizontally or downwards. Some forgot to write the coordinates of the new turning
point on their curve and a few placed the point (7, 3) on their horizontal axis. In part (b)
the stretch was usually identified but curves often crossed at (0, 14) or touched at (14,
0). The shape of the curve was usually “preserved” quite well but sometimes the vertex
became too pointed or one end of the curve seemed to bend away towards an extra
turning point. A minority of candidates still make errors by writing coordinates the
wrong way round.

7. In part (a), most candidates knew that a stretch was required. It was common to see full
marks scored, although the final mark was sometimes lost because the maximum was
not labelled. A common wrong answer for the maximum was (4, 10) instead of (2, 10).
Other mistakes included stretches in the x direction instead of the y direction and
1
stretches with scale factor instead of 2.
2
The most common mistake in part (b) was to reflect in the x-axis instead of the y-axis
(scoring just 1 mark out of 3). It was not unusual in this part to see the required points
carelessly mislabelled with minus signs omitted. Many candidates did not answer part
(c), but for those that did there were several common wrong answers, particularly 5, – 2
or 3.
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8. There were very mixed responses to this question; some answered it very well with neat
sketches and clearly identified asymptotes but others appeared to have little idea. In part
(a) most candidates knew that a translation was required and the majority knew it was
horizontal and to the left. A few moved their graph up and a number of candidates
ended up with graphs cutting both axes. Many identified the intersection with the y-axis
as (0, 1.5) but some ignored this part of the question. It was clear in part (b) that a
number of candidates still do not know the meaning of the term asymptote but many did
give x = – 2 and slightly fewer gave y = 0.
However a number of candidates gave answers of y = – 2 and x = 0, often despite
having a correct dotted line on their sketch, and some gave other non-linear equations
3
such as y = .
x
Some candidates gave no answer to part (b) despite having the lines x = – 2 and y = 0
clearly identified on their diagram.

9. Disappointingly, a significant number of candidates were unfamiliar with the

rectangular hyperbola. Parabolas, cubic curves and straight lines were sometimes
sketched. Attempts to sketch by plotting points probably wasted time and often led to
unconvincingly shaped graphs. The required translation parallel to the y-axis was often
performed correctly, although horizontal translations and other variations were
sometimes seen. Many candidates were unaware of the concept of an asymptote, and
even those who demonstrated understanding were often unable to write down equations
of the two asymptotes. The asymptote equation x = 0 was often omitted. In part (b),
answers for the point of intersection with the x-axis sometimes contradicted what was
seen in candidates’ sketches, but this part was marked independently and many were
1
able to solve + 3 = 0 correctly. Others, however, were defeated by the algebra here or
x
1
tried to evaluate +3 to find a y value.
0

10. Weaker candidates sometimes made very little progress with this question. In general,
however, curve sketching tended to be disappointing in part (a) but sound algebra was
often seen in part (b). Most candidates recognised the cubic and drew a curve of the
correct shape, but many placed the repeated root at (2, 0) rather than (0, 0). Many cubic
curves also passed through the point (–0 ,2 ). The parabola commonly appeared upside
down or on the negative x-axis. A significant number of candidates constructed a table
of values and plotted points, suggesting a lack of knowledge of the respective families
of curves. Plotted points from a table of values were often insufficient to establish the
complete shape required. Occasionally these tables were used to find one or more
intersection points for part (b).

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In part (b), most candidates knew how to form the required equation, but there were
occasionally sign errors in the algebraic manipulation. Instead of taking out the common
factor x many divided through by x and failed to include (0,0) as one of the intersection
points. Apart from slips, the resulting quadratic was usually well solved and, having
found two x coordinates, most candidates continued and calculated the corresponding y
coordinates. A common calculation mistake at this final stage gave (–,2 – 8) instead of
(–,2 –16), and a few candidates thought that all the y coordinates were zero. In many
cases, answers to part (b) contradicted what was seen in candidates’ sketches in part (a).

11. This question was answered well with most candidates having a good idea of the shape
and identifying the need for a vertical translation. In part (a) most drew a parabola but
some common errors were y = (x – 3)2, y = x2 + 9 and y = (x – 3)(x + 3) Some
candidates thought that the curve should be asymptotic to the y-axis. Attempts at part
(b) were sometimes less successful. Some could not deal with a general number k,
choosing to give it a value, and vertical stretches rather than a translation were quite
common. In some cases it was not clear what transformation had been applied.

12. Many candidates were well prepared for this question, scoring high marks. Answers to
part (a) were usually correct, with few translations going ‘the wrong way’. In parts (b)
and (c), method marks were given for attempted stretches parallel to the y-axis and x-
axis respectively but it was common here to see stretches in the wrong direction and
1 
two-way stretches. The most popular mistake was to stretch, for y = f  x  , by a factor
2 
1
of instead of 2.
2

13. In part (a) over 90% of the candidates sketched a quadratic curve passing through the
origin but the stretch was sometimes in the x-direction. Part (b) was generally answered
more successfully than part (a) and the curve was usually moved correctly although a
minority translated it to the right.
Coordinates were not always written carefully and (2, 0) or (0, -2) were often seen
instead of (-2, 0) in part (b).

14. Although there were many correct solutions to part (a), a substantial number of
candidates thought that y = −f ( x) could be represented by a reflection in the y-axis
rather than the x-axis. In part (b), a method mark was given for an attempted “stretch”
parallel to the x-axis, but other types of transformation were frequently seen, including
stretches in the wrong direction, two-way stretches and a variety of translations.
1
Stretching by a factor of 2 instead of was a common mistake.
2

15. No Report available for this question.

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