ICSE Class 10 Maths Question Paper

Solution 2019

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.

Question 1
(a) Solve the following inequation and write down the solution set: [3]

11𝑥𝑥 − 4 < 15𝑥𝑥 + 4 ≤ 13𝑥𝑥 + 14, 𝑥𝑥𝑥𝑥𝑥𝑥

Represent the solution on a real number line.

(b) A man invests `4500 in shares of a company which is paying 7.5% dividend. [3]
If `100 shares are available at a discount of 10%.
Find:
(i) Number of shares he purchases.

(ii) His annual income.

(c) In a class of 40 students, marks obtained by the students in a class test (out of 10) are [4]
given below:

Marks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Number of
1 2 3 3 6 10 5 4 3 3
students
Calculate the following for the given distribution:
(i) Median

(ii) Mode

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates made errors in transposing like terms
on same side e.g., 15x – 11x<- 4 – 4 . Some candidates Suggestions for teachers
made mistakes in solving the inequation. Most of the
- Revise the concepts of number
errors were pertaining to positive and negative signs
system viz., Natural numbers (N),
like, -4x < 8 ⇒ x < - 2 Whole numbers (W), Integers (Z),
A number of candidates did not write down the Real numbers (R) frequently.
solution set after solving the given inequation. Some - Give adequate practice for
did not use set notation method with curly brackets, transpositions of variables and
and some represented as real number solution stating constants and division by negative
x∈ R. Several candidates represented solution number in inequations.
incorrectly on the number line i.e., X∈N was - Teach the method of writing the
considered as x∈R. A few candidates failed to put solution set in set notation form.
extra number on each side of solution for indicating - Clarify the rules of representation of
the solution on the number line
the continuity of the number line.
whether it belongs to N, W, Z or R.
(b) (i) Common errors made by many candidates were in - Build the concept of Nominal Value
finding annual income, in considering Market (NV), Market Value (MV), dividend
Value (MV) i.e., instead of taking discounted MV etc by giving examples.
as ₹90 it was taken as either ₹100 or ₹110. Thus, - Discuss the Simple distribution,
made mistake in finding the number of shares Non-grouped frequency distribution
purchased. and Grouped frequency distribution
(ii) Annual income was also calculated incorrectly due in detail with corresponding method
to error in finding the number of shares. of measure of their central
tendencies.
(c) (i) A large number of the candidates were unable to - Drill students with basic concepts
understand that the given data is a non-grouped like inequations, shares & dividends,
frequency distribution. To identify the median, median, mode and related
instead of finding the cumulative frequency, they application-based problems.
tried to find it directly. Some tried to find the
median by plotting the points directly on a graph
paper. Some candidates tried to find the median
by writing all 40 numbers.
(ii) Several candidates could not identify mode correctly.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 1
(a) 11𝑥𝑥 − 4 < 15𝑥𝑥 + 4 ≤ 13𝑥𝑥 + 14, 𝑥𝑥𝑥𝑥𝑥𝑥
11𝑥𝑥 − 4 < 15𝑥𝑥 + 4 15𝑥𝑥 + 4 ≤ 13𝑥𝑥 + 14
(Transforming x terms on
11𝑥𝑥 − 15𝑥𝑥 < 4 + 4 15𝑥𝑥 − 13𝑥𝑥 ≤ 14 − 4 one side and constants on
−4𝑥𝑥 < 8 2𝑥𝑥 ≤ 10 the other side)

+4𝑥𝑥 > −8 𝑥𝑥 ≤ 5
𝑥𝑥 > −2

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 Solution: {0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5}

(b) (i) Market value of each share = `100 – 10% of `100 = `90
4500
∴ Number of shares = = 50
90
7.5×100×50
(ii) Annual Income = 100
= `375

(c) Marks (x) No. of Students cf

(f)
1 1 1
2 2 3
3 3 6
4 3 9
5 6 15
6 10 25
7 5 30
8 4 34
9 3 37
10 3 40
Ʃ = 40
(i) Median = 6
(ii) Mode = 6

Question 2
(a) Using the factor theorem, show that (x – 2) is a factor of 𝑥𝑥 3 + 𝑥𝑥 2 − 4𝑥𝑥 − 4. [3]

Hence factorise the polynomial completely.

(b) Prove that: [3]

(cosec 𝜃𝜃 − sin 𝜃𝜃)(sec 𝜃𝜃 − cos 𝜃𝜃)(tan 𝜃𝜃 + cot 𝜃𝜃) = 1

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(c) In an Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) the fourth and sixth terms are 8 and 14 respectively. [4]
Find the:
(i) first term
(ii) common difference
(iii) sum of the first 20 terms.

Comments of Examiners
(a) A large number of candidates did not use Remainder-
Factor Theorem to show that (x – 2) is a factor of the
given polynomial. Few of them did not conclude the Suggestions for teachers
remainder to be equal to 0. In some scripts, errors were - Clarify the factor theorem /
observed in division of the polynomial by (x – 2). Remainder theorem thoroughly with
Many candidates expressed the final answer by examples.
separating the factors by comma instead of expressing - Advise students to write the factors
them in the product form as (x – 2) (x+1) (x+2). in product form.
- Drilling of simple trigonometric
(b) Many candidates made mistakes in substituting the identities to apply them
reciprocal relations for the trigonometric ratios given appropriately in solving other
in the question for example, cosec θ is taken as1/ cos θ identities.
instead of 1/sin θ etc. while some candidates made - Insist upon showing working
mistakes in simplification of the expressions on the clearly.
Left-Hand Side of the question. Some candidates made - Teach the concept of the two series:
mistakes in using the identities like sin2 θ +cos2 θ = 1 Arithmetic Progression (AP) and
correctly. Some expanded the whole expression and Geometric Progression (GP) and
made mistakes in simplification and using standard their differences with different
examples.
identities.
- Revise formulae for finding a term,
(c) Some candidates did not know the basic concepts of common difference and summation
Arithmetic Progression (A.P.). Many candidates tried of certain number of terms in
to solve the sum by trial & error method and got the Arithmetic Progression frequently.
six terms, but the necessary working was incorrect.
Few candidates without framing equations like a+3d =
8 and a+5d = 14, wrote d=3. Some candidates either
used incorrect formulae or made errors in calculation. Therefore, they failed to get the value of the
first term, common difference and sum of the first 20 terms correctly.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 2
(a) 𝑓𝑓(𝑥𝑥) = 𝑥𝑥 3 + 𝑥𝑥 2 − 4𝑥𝑥 − 4
𝑓𝑓(2) = 23 + 22 − 4 × 2 − 4
=8+4−8−4
=0
∴ 𝑥𝑥 − 2 is a factor of 𝑓𝑓(𝑥𝑥)
𝑥𝑥 − 2 | 𝑥𝑥 3 + 𝑥𝑥 2 − 4𝑥𝑥 − 4 | 𝑥𝑥 2 + 3𝑥𝑥 + 2
𝑥𝑥 3 − 2𝑥𝑥 2
3𝑥𝑥 2 − 4𝑥𝑥
3𝑥𝑥 2 − 6𝑥𝑥
2𝑥𝑥 − 4
2𝑥𝑥 − 4
x

𝑥𝑥 2 + 3𝑥𝑥 + 2 = (𝑥𝑥 + 1)(𝑥𝑥 + 2)

∴ 𝑥𝑥 3 + 𝑥𝑥 2 − 4𝑥𝑥 − 4 = (𝑥𝑥 − 2)(𝑥𝑥 + 1)(𝑥𝑥 + 2)

(b) (cosec 𝜃𝜃 − sin 𝜃𝜃)(sec 𝜃𝜃 − cos 𝜃𝜃)(tan 𝜃𝜃 + cot 𝜃𝜃) = 1

1 1 sin 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃
𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿 − � − sin 𝜃𝜃� � − cos 𝜃𝜃� � + �
sin 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃 sin 𝜃𝜃
1 − sin2 𝜃𝜃 1 − cos 2 𝜃𝜃 sin2 𝜃𝜃 + cos2 𝜃𝜃
=� �� �� �
sin 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃 sin 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃
cos2 𝜃𝜃 sin2 𝜃𝜃 1
= × ×
sin 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃 sin 𝜃𝜃 cos 𝜃𝜃
= 1 = 𝑅𝑅𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿

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(c) Let a be the first term and d the common difference
∴a + 3d = 8 and a + 5d = 14
(i) Solving a = –1
(ii) d=3
𝑛𝑛
(iii) 𝐿𝐿𝑛𝑛 = 2 {2 × 𝑎𝑎 + (𝑛𝑛 − 1) 𝑑𝑑}
20
𝐿𝐿20 = {2 × (−1) + (20 − 1) 3}
2

𝐿𝐿20 = 10(−2 + 57)

𝐿𝐿20 = 550

Question 3
(a) Simplify [3]
sin 𝐴𝐴 − cos 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴
sin 𝐴𝐴 � � + cos 𝐴𝐴 � �
cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴 − sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴

(b) M and N are two points on the X axis and Y axis respectively. [3]
P (3, 2) divides the line segment MN in the ratio 2: 3.
Find:
(i) the coordinates of M and N
(ii) slope of the line MN.

(c) A solid metallic sphere of radius 6 cm is melted and made into a solid cylinder of height [4]
32 cm. Find the:
(i) radius of the cylinder
(ii) curved surface area of the cylinder
Take π = 3.1

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates made mistakes in scalar multiplication
of the matrix. For Example, Suggestions for teachers
sin 𝐴𝐴 − cos 𝐴𝐴 2
sin A � � = � 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑛𝑛 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴 − cos 𝐴𝐴� - Give thorough practice of basic
cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑛𝑛2 𝐴𝐴 operations like addition,
multiplication of matrices and
Some made errors in matrix addition and did not apply solving matrix equation.
the identity sin2A+cos2A = 1 for simplifying the final - Instruct students to show each step
matrix. A number of candidates put some specific of working and also to use matrix
value, e.g., 90°, 60° 𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒 and tried to solve the problem. notation for each step.
(b)(i) Several candidates made errors in identifying - Advise students to read the question
coordinates of points on x-axis and y-axis, e,g., carefully and take note of every part
(x,0) and (0,y) was taken as (0,x) , (y,0) or as to be attempted.
(𝒙𝒙𝟏𝟏 , 𝒚𝒚𝟏𝟏 ) and (𝒙𝒙𝟐𝟐 , 𝒚𝒚𝟐𝟐 ). - Familiarise students with the logic
Many candidates instead of using the given ratio of assigning coordinates to the
points taken on the x-axis and on the
𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀: 𝑀𝑀𝑃𝑃 = 2: 3 took 𝑃𝑃𝑀𝑀: 𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀 = 2: 3.
y-axis.
Some candidates used midpoint formula to find - Teach students that if a point divides
coordinates of 𝑀𝑀. A number of candidates made a line segment in the ratio m:n (m ≠
calculation errors. Some overlooked the last part of n) then m: n is not equal to n: m.
the question and did not find slope of the line 𝑀𝑀𝑃𝑃. - Give adequate practice to the
(ii) As some candidates obtained incorrect coordinates students for application of various
of M and N, they made error in finding the slope of mensuration formulae of volume
the line MN. Some candidates were not conversant and surface area of solids.
with the formula to find the slope of a line. - Give revision of volume and surface
area related application-based
(c) (i) Some candidates used incorrect formula for finding problems to the students to clarify
the volume of a sphere and a cylinder, e.g., volume their concepts.
of sphere was taken as 4/3 πr2 or 2/3 πr3 and volume - Train students to handle carefully
of cylinder was taken as 2πr2h or π×62×32 instead the operation of multiplication and
of πr2 32.Some candidates did not use the value of π division with decimal numbers.
given in the question paper, hence, got incorrect
answer.
(ii) Many candidates used incorrect formula for finding
curved surface area of the cylinder, e.g., used 2πr2 h
instead of 2πrh.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 3
(a) sin 𝐴𝐴 − cos 𝐴𝐴
sin 𝐴𝐴 � � + cos 𝐴𝐴 �
cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴
�
cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴 − sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴
2
= � sin 𝐴𝐴 − sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴� + � cos 2 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴�
sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 sin2 𝐴𝐴 − sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 cos2 𝐴𝐴
=� sin2 𝐴𝐴 + cos2 𝐴𝐴 − sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 + cos 𝐴𝐴 sin 𝐴𝐴�
sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 − sin 𝐴𝐴 cos 𝐴𝐴 sin2 𝐴𝐴 + cos 2 𝐴𝐴
1 0
=� �
0 1
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(b) Let M(x, 0) and N(0,0) and N(0, y) be the two points on the X and Y axis respectively.
(i) P(3, 2) divides MN in the ratio 2 : 3
2×0+3×𝑥𝑥
∴ 3= 2+3
∴ 𝑥𝑥 = 5
2×𝑦𝑦+3×0
2= 2+3
∴ 𝑦𝑦 = 5
M (5, 0), N(0, 5)
5−0
(ii) Slope of MN: 0−5 = −1

(c) Let the radius of the cylinder be ‘r’

4 4
Volume of sphere = 3 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 3 = 3 × π × 63
Volume of cylinder = 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2 ℎ = 𝜋𝜋 × 𝑟𝑟 2 × 32
4
(i) ∴ 3 𝜋𝜋 × 63 = 𝜋𝜋 × 𝑟𝑟 2 × 32
4×63
∴ 𝑟𝑟 2 = 3×32 = 32
∴ 𝑟𝑟 = 3 𝑒𝑒𝑐𝑐
(ii) Curved surface area of cylinder= 2𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟ℎ
= 2 × 3.1 × 3 × 32
= 595.2 𝑒𝑒𝑐𝑐2

Question 4
(a) The following numbers, K + 3, K + 2, 3K – 7 and 2K – 3 are in proportion. Find K. [3]

(b) Solve for x the quadratic equation 𝑥𝑥 2 − 4 𝑥𝑥 − 8 = 0. [3]

Give your answer correct to three significant figures.

(c) Use ruler and compass only for answering this question. [4]
Draw a circle of radius 4 cm. Mark the centre as O. Mark a point P outside the circle
at a distance of 7 cm from the centre. Construct two tangents to the circle from the
external point P.
Measure and write down the length of any one tangent.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates did not use the property of
proportion correctly. Many candidates used
Suggestions for teachers
arithmetic progression to solve the sum instead of - Advise students to read the question
ratio and proportion. A number of candidates used carefully and apply the condition
componendo and dividendo but their working was correctly as given in the problem.
incorrect. Several candidates did not equate the - Train students to analyse a given
question with what is given and
expression k2 – 4k -5 to zero. A few candidates
what is to be evaluated.
neglected the final answer 5 and -1. - Acquaint students with the use of
(b) Many candidates used incorrect formula for finding mathematical tables to get the value
roots of the quadratic equation. Some used correct of √48 directly instead of wasting
formula but incorrect substitution, e.g., c = 8 instead time to get the value using division
of – 8. Many candidates could not express √48 method which is not necessary.
- Clarify significant figures
as 4√3 and a few failed to substitute √3=1.732. Some
thoroughly with relevant examples.
candidates used long division method to find √48 - Insist upon giving all traces of
and went wrong in calculation. Several candidates construction.
did not express the final answer up to three - Instruct students to read the
significant figures as it was asked in the question. construction-based question
carefully and solve the problem as
(c) Several candidates did not take distance OP = 7cm as
per its requirement.
it was given in the question. Many candidates
marked midpoint of OP using ruler instead of
constructing the perpendicular bisector. Some
candidates followed some other incorrect methods
for construction. A number of candidates measured
the length of the tangent incorrectly.
Some candidates wasted time in writing the steps of construction which was not asked in the
question.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 4
(a) 𝐾𝐾 + 3, 𝐾𝐾 + 2, 3𝐾𝐾 − 7 and 2𝐾𝐾 − 3 are in proportion
𝐾𝐾 + 3 3𝐾𝐾 − 7
∴ =
𝐾𝐾 + 2 2𝐾𝐾 − 3
Or (𝐾𝐾 + 3)(2𝐾𝐾 − 3) = (3𝐾𝐾 − 7)(𝐾𝐾 + 2)
2𝐾𝐾 2 + 6𝐾𝐾 − 3𝐾𝐾 − 9 = 3𝐾𝐾 2 − 7𝐾𝐾 + 6𝐾𝐾 − 14
𝐾𝐾 2 − 4𝐾𝐾 − 5 = 0
(𝐾𝐾 − 5)(𝐾𝐾 + 1) = 2
∴ 𝐾𝐾 = 5, −1
(b) 𝑥𝑥 2 − 4𝑥𝑥 − 8 = 0
−(−4) ± �(−4)2 − 4.1. (−8)
𝑥𝑥 =
2×1

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 4 ± √16 + 32
=
2
4 ± √48
=
2
4 ± 4√3
=
2
= 2 ± 2√3 = 2 ± 2 × 1.732
𝑥𝑥 = 2 ± 3.464

∴ 𝑥𝑥 = 5.464 𝑜𝑜𝑟𝑟 − 1.464

𝑥𝑥 = 5.46, −1.46 (Correct to three significant figures.)
(c) Circle and point P
Bisecting OP and drawing circle
Two tangents

PS = PT = (5.7 ± 0.2) cm

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 SECTION B (40 Marks)
Attempt any four questions from this Section
Question 5
(a) There are 25 discs numbered 1 to 25. They are put in a closed box and shaken [3]
thoroughly. A disc is drawn at random from the box.
Find the probability that the number on the disc is:

(i) an odd number

(ii) divisible by 2 and 3 both.

(iii) a number less than 16.

(b) Rekha opened a recurring deposit account for 20 months. The rate of interest is 9% per [3]
annum and Rekha receives `441 as interest at the time of maturity.
Find the amount Rekha deposited each month.

(c) Use a graph sheet for this question. [4]

Take 1 cm = 1 unit along both x and y axis.

(i) Plot the following points:

A(0,5), B(3,0), C(1,0) and D(1,–5)

(ii) Reflect the points B, C and D on the y axis and name them as B', C' and D'
respectively.

(iii) Write down the coordinates of B', C' and D'.

(iv) Join the points A, B, C, D, D', C', B', A in order and give a name to the closed figure
ABCDD'C'B'.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) (i) Common errors noticed in sub parts (i) ,(ii) and Suggestions for teachers
(iii) of this question were:
- Instruct students to list the outcomes
• total outcome or favourable outcome was
of both total and favourable events.
incorrect in all parts. - Concept of AND, OR in finding the
• favourable outcome of odd numbers was probability of a number on the disc
taken as 13. divisible by 2 and 3 or 2 or 3 require
• numbers divisible by 2 and 3 both were listed more drilling.
incorrectly. Many candidates misread the - In probability, emphasise in giving
condition as 2 or 3. Hence, favorable answers in the simplest form.
outcomes was 16 instead of 4. - Instruct students to read the question
carefully so as not to go wrong with
• the probability was not expressed in the
given data.
simplest form, e.g., 15/25 was not written as - More drilling of calculation based
3/5. sums minimise calculation errors.
- Formulae for finding the monthly
(b) Some candidates considered ₹441 as maturity value installment, MV or number of
and some considered it as monthly installment instead months need repeated drilling.
of taking it as interest. - Candidates must be instructed to
Many candidates either used incorrect formula or read each part carefully for a
made errors in calculation. question on reflection.
- More practice required on problems
(c) Following anomalies were observed in the solution of leading to Graphs with proper
graph-based question: choice of axis.
• incorrect choice of scale i.e., 2cm = 1unit instead - Give adequate practice to the
of 1cm = 1unit as it was given in the question students to identify points on the x
paper. and y axis in the class.
• marked axes incorrectly.
• plotted A (0,5), B (3,0) and C(1,0) incorrectly.
• plotted the points correctly but did not label them.
• neither join the points nor completed the figure.
• reflected points B’, C’, and D’ were marked incorrectly.
• coordinates of B’, C’, and D’ were not written correctly.
• did not name the closed figure as given in the question.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 5
(a) Total number of outcomes = 25
(i) favourable outcomes are {1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25}
12
∴ probability of being an odd number is = 25
(ii) favourable outcomes are {6, 12, 18, 24} i.e. 4
4
∴ probability of being divisible by both 2 and 3 is = 25
(iii) favourable outcomes are
{1, 2, 3, 4, 5…15}, i.e. 15
15 3
∴ probability = 25 = 5

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(b) Let monthly deposit be ` x
𝑃𝑃×𝑛𝑛(𝑛𝑛+1)×𝑟𝑟
Interest = 100×2×12
𝑥𝑥 × 20(20 + 1) × 9
441 =
100 × 2 × 12
63𝑥𝑥
= 441 Equating interest to 441
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∴ x = `280
(c)

𝑦𝑦−𝑎𝑎𝑥𝑥𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎
(iii) B(3, 0) �⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯� B'(–3, 0) Plotting A, B, C, D
𝑦𝑦−𝑎𝑎𝑥𝑥𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎
C(1, 0) �⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯� C'(–1, 0) Reflected points B',C',D'
𝑦𝑦−𝑎𝑎𝑥𝑥𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎
D(1, –5) �⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯� D'(–1, –5)
(iv) Arrow Head / Heptagon(or Septagon)

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Question 6
(a) In the given figure, ∠PQR = ∠PST = 90o, PQ = 5 cm and PS = 2 cm. [3]

(i) Prove that ∆PQR ~ ∆PST.

(ii) Find Area of ∆PQR: Area of quadrilateral SRQT.

(b) The first and last term of a Geometrical Progression (G.P.) are 3 and 96 respectively. If the [3]
common ratio is 2, find:

(i) ‘n’ the number of terms of the G.P.

(ii) Sum of the n terms.

(c) A hemispherical and a conical hole is scooped out of a solid wooden cylinder. Find the [4]
volume of the remaining solid where the measurements are as follows:

The height of the solid cylinder is 7 cm, radius of each of hemisphere, cone and cylinder is
3 cm. Height of cone is 3 cm.
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Give your answer correct to the nearest whole number. Take π = 7 .

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 Comments of Examiners
(a) (i) Many candidates could not identify the two sets of Suggestions for teachers
equal angles to prove ∆PQR ~ ∆PST
(ii) Several candidates made mistake in writing - Build up the concept of similarity of
(∆PQR)/∆PST=25/4. Hence, could not find triangles and related results by
area of ∆PQR: area of quadrilateral □SRQT. giving adequate practice and
frequent class tests.
Some candidates left the answer as 25/21 instead
- Advise students to write down the
of writing 25:21 as mentioned in the Question. proportional sides after proving
(b) (i) A number of candidates were unable to form the similarity.
equations with given conditions. Due to - Instruct students to read the question
cconceptual errors related to Geometrical carefully and underline the points to
Progression many candidates were unable to find be answered and the correct form of
the answer.
the value of n. Some tried to find n by trial and
- Advise students to understand the
error method. formulae related to sequence and
(ii) Many candidates could not find the value of n but series with reference to the context
found the sum by using S=(lr-a)/(r-1) and got the and use them to solve the problems
correct answer. by following the correct method and
Some candidates used incorrect formula for clearly showing all steps of
finding the sum of n terms. working.
- Train students to calculate the
(c) Some candidates made mistakes in applying the volume of a remaining solid by
correct formula of one or more of solids (cylinder, putting all the volumes in a combine
hemisphere and cone) while a few made mistakes in manner with plus and minus sign
substitution of values of radius and height of the instead of calculating each volume
solid/s scooped out of the cylinder. Some candidates separately.
took the value of π = 3.14 for calculation instead of - Give sufficient practice in problems
the given value 22/7. A few candidates made mistakes based on volume and surface area of
in rounding of the answer to the nearest whole different solids.
number. Basic calculation errors were also noticed in - Read the question carefully and use
many answers scripts. the given value of π. Use π = 22/7 in
such sums unless otherwise if it is
mentioned.
- More drilling of such sums could
rectify the calculation errors.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 6
(a)

(i) In ∆PQR and ∆PST

∠PQR = ∠PST = 90o (given)
∠P is common to both triangles.
∴∆PQR ~ ∆PST (AAA)
(ii) ∴∆PQR: ∆PST = 52: 22
∴∆PQR: quadrilateral SRQT = 25: 21
(b) 1st term a = 3 and last term = 96, r = 2
∴T n = 96 = a rn–1
96 = 3 × 2n–1
32 = 2n–1
25 = 2n–1
∴n–1 = 5 hence n = 6
𝑎𝑎(𝑟𝑟 𝑛𝑛 − 1)
𝐿𝐿6 =
𝑟𝑟 − 1
3(26 − 1)
= = 3(64 − 1) = 3 × 63 = 189
2−1

(c) Remaining volume = Volume of Cylinder – (volume of cone + volume of hemisphere)

1 2
= 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2 ℎ − � 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2 ℎ + 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 3 �
3 3
22 1 22 2 22
= × 32 × 7 − � × × 32 × 3 + × × 33 �
7 3 7 3 7
22
= × 32 [7 − (1 + 2)]
7
22 792
= × 32 × 4 = = 113.1 = 113 𝑒𝑒𝑐𝑐3
7 7
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Question 7
(a) In the given figure AC is a tangent to the circle with centre O. [3]
If ∠ADB = 55o, find x and y. Give reasons for your answers.

(b) The model of a building is constructed with the scale factor 1 : 30. [3]

(i) If the height of the model is 80 cm, find the actual height of the building in meters.

(ii) If the actual volume of a tank at the top of the building is 27 m3, find the volume of
the tank on the top of the model.
(c) Given �
4 2
� 𝑀𝑀 = 6 𝐼𝐼, where M is a matrix and I is unit matrix of order 2x2. [4]
−1 1

(i) State the order of matrix M.

(ii) Find the matrix M.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates were unable to identify ∠BAD=90° Suggestions for teachers
in the given figure. Hence, could not find ∠ABD,
thereby got incorrect answers of x and y. - Exhaustive drill of properties of
A number of candidates considered OADE as a cyclic circle theorems and on application-
quadrilateral and hence went wrong with the sum. based sums is must.
- Train students to give reasons
Many candidates solved the question without giving
supporting the answers while
proper reasoning. solving geometry-based questions.
In some scripts simple calculation errors were also - Teach students to name the angles
observed. with three letters, specifically when
(b) Many candidates were not clear about the scale there are two or more angles at the
factor. A number of candidates made calculation same point, e.g., ∠OED must not be
named as ∠E as it may mean ∠ CED
errors. A few candidates made mistakes in unit
or ∠OEB or ∠BEC.
conversion i.e., cm to m and cm3 to m3 for example - Give sufficient practice of
took 2400 cm = 240 m and 100 cm3 = 0.001 m3. application-based problems on size
A few of them left the answer in proper fraction as transformation and proportionality.
1/1000 without any unit and some left answer to - Intensive drill in conversion of units
subpart (ii) as 1000 without any unit. is must.
- Explain the concept of area,
(c) (i) Some candidates were unable to find the order of
proportional to square of sides and
the matrix. concept of volume proportional to
Many were not aware that
cube of sides.
the matrix multiplication is not
- Instruct students to show each step
commutative and changed matrix M from of matrix multiplication.
right side in the given question to left side - Ensure that enough practice is given
in solving simultaneous equations.
4 2 4 2
𝑠𝑠. 𝑒𝑒., � � 𝑀𝑀 = 6𝐼𝐼 to 𝑀𝑀 � � = 6𝐼𝐼 - Train students to solve the sums
−1 1 −1 1 involving identity matrix.
0 1
Some took the identity matrix as � � instead
1 0
1 0
of � �
0 1
(ii) Several candidates could not find the matrix
multiplication correctly. Some candidates made mistake in framing the simultaneous equations
and some could not find the values of the unknowns. A few got the values of the unknowns but
did not arrange them in a matrix form.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 7
(a)

AC is a tangent and OA is the radius.

∴∠BAC = 90o
In ∆ABD
∠BAD = 90o
∴∠B = 180o – (90o + 55o)
= 35o (angles of a triangle adds upto 180o)
∠y = 2∠B
∴y = 2 × 35o = 70o (angle at the centre is double the angle in the remaining circumference)
In ∆AOC
x = 180o – (90o + y)
=180o – (90o + 70o)
= 20o (angles of a triangle adds upto 180o)
(b) 1
K = 30 Used correctly in height or volume
1
(i) Height of model = 30 × Actual height of the building

= 30 × 80 cm = Actual height of the building

Actual height of the building = 2400 cm = 24 m
OR
1: 30 = 80 : x (where x is the actual height of the building)
∴ x = 2400 cm = 24 m.

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 (ii) Volume of the tank on the top of the model
1 3
= �𝑘𝑘� × Actual volume of tank at the top of the building
1×27
= 30×30×30 m3
27×100×100×100
= 30×30×30
cm3
= 1000 cm3

(c) (i) (2× 2)(m× 𝑛𝑛)= (2× 2)→ order of matrix, M = (2× 2)
4 2 𝑎𝑎 𝑏𝑏 1 0
(ii) � �� � = 6� �
−1 1 𝑒𝑒 𝑑𝑑 0 1
4𝑎𝑎 + 2𝑒𝑒 4𝑏𝑏 + 2𝑑𝑑 6 0
� �= � �
− 𝑎𝑎 + 𝑒𝑒 − 𝑏𝑏 + 𝑑𝑑 0 6
4𝑎𝑎 + 2𝑒𝑒 = 6
−𝑎𝑎 + 𝑒𝑒 = 0
∴ 𝑎𝑎 = 1 𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑑𝑑 𝑒𝑒 = 1
4𝑏𝑏 + 2𝑑𝑑 = 0
− 𝑏𝑏 + 𝑑𝑑 = 6
∴ 𝑏𝑏 = −2 𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑑𝑑 𝑑𝑑 = 4
1 −2
∴ 𝑀𝑀 = � �
1 4

Question 8
(a) The sum of the first three terms of an Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) is 42 and the product [3]
of the first and third term is 52. Find the first term and the common difference.

(b) The vertices of a ∆ABC are A(3, 8), B(–1, 2) and C(6, –6). Find: [3]

(i) Slope of BC.

(ii) Equation of a line perpendicular to BC and passing through A.

(c) Using ruler and a compass only construct a semi-circle with diameter BC = 7cm. Locate [4]
a point A on the circumference of the semicircle such that A is equidistant from B and C.
Complete the cyclic quadrilateral ABCD, such that D is equidistant from AB and BC.
Measure ∠ADC and write it down.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates took a-d, a and a+d as three terms of Suggestions for teachers
Arithmetic Progression and found a=14 but while - Teach basic concepts of series in
answering considered a as the first term instead of a-d. detail in the class.
A number of candidates did not write d=±12 but took - While taking square root of a
d= +12 and hence found only one set of values. number discuss the reason of taking
Some candidates could not form the correct equation values both with positive and
with the given data. negative signs unless otherwise
specified in the question.
(b) Many candidates found the slope of the line BC - Clarify the concept of slope of a
correctly but failed to find the slope of a line line, equation of a line perpendicular
perpendicular to BC. Some candidates found the or parallel to a given line in detail.
midpoint of BC and used it to find the equation. - Give rigorous practice on the
Many candidates did not express the equation in the content of coordinate geometry.
simplified form. In many scripts, calculation errors - Instruct students to be careful with
positive and negative signs during
were also observed.
simplification of equations.
(c) Concept of Locus was not clear to some candidates. - Give enough practice in problems
Many candidates did not show the necessary traces of based on geometry.
construction. Midpoint of BC was not located by - Train students to practise
construction instead used ruler. Some were unable to constructions using ruler and
identify the point A as the intersection of compass only, unless otherwise
perpendicular bisector and semi-circle. specified in the question.
A number of candidates failed to bisect ∠ABC to - Instruct students to show all
locate point D on the semicircle. necessary traces of construction
clearly.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 8
(a) Let the terms be a – d, a, a + d
∴ a – d + a + a – d = 42
3a = 42
∴ a = 14
(a – d)(a + d) = 52
142 – d2 = 52
d2 = 196 – 52
d2 = 144
∴d = ±12
d = 12, or –12

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(b) A(3, 8), B(–1, 2) and C(6, –6)
−6−2 −8
(i) Slope of line BC = =
6+1 7
7
(ii) Slope of line perpendicular to BC is 8; Line passing through A(3, 8)
Equation is:
7
𝑦𝑦 − 8 = 8 (𝑥𝑥 − 3)
8𝑦𝑦 − 64 = 7𝑥𝑥 − 21
7𝑥𝑥 − 8𝑦𝑦 + 43 = 0
(c) ∠ADC = 135°

Question 9
(a) The data on the number of patients attending a hospital in a month are given below. Find [3]
the average (mean) number of patients attending the hospital in a month by using the
shortcut method.

Take the assumed mean as 45. Give your answer correct to 2 decimal places.

Number of patients 10 – 20 20 – 30 30 – 40 40 – 50 50 – 60 60 – 70

Number of Days 5 2 7 9 2 5

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(b) Using properties of proportion solve for x, given [3]

√5𝑥𝑥 + √2𝑥𝑥 − 6
=4
√5𝑥𝑥 − √2𝑥𝑥 − 6

(c) Sachin invests `8500 in 10%, `100 shares at `170. He sells the shares when the price of [4]
each share rises by `30. He invests the proceeds in 12% `100 shares at `125. Find:

(i) the sale proceeds.

(ii) the number of `125 shares he buys.

(iii) the change in his annual income.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Following errors were observed in this question:
• Class mark was incorrect. Suggestions for teachers
• Assumed mean was not taken as 45 as it was given - Advise students to read the question
in the question. carefully and keep in mind the
• Some candidates did not use the short-cut method to known and unknown data e.g.,
find the mean. assumed mean =45, use short-cut
method to find the mean, express
• A very common error was 121÷3 was written as your answer correct to 2 decimal
4.33 instead of 40.33. places etc.
(b) Many candidates made errors in applying Componendo - Adequate practise of problems
and Dividendo especially in the denominator of Left- based on computation of mean must
Hand Side. Some candidates applied properties of be given.
- Give more drill to avoid error in
proportion only on one side.
calculation.
Several candidates made mistake in squaring the - Revise frequently the problems on
2√5𝑥𝑥 5
expression 2√2𝑥𝑥−6 = 3 Ratio and Proportion.
- Show all steps of using properties of
(c) (i) Many candidates took sale price of the share as ₹130 proportion in the solution of a
instead of ₹200, Hence, answer to number of shares problem clearly.
was incorrect. Calculation errors were also observed - Explain exhaustively the terms
in many scripts. related to Share and Dividends-
(ii) Many candidates could not find the correct answer market value, face/nominal value,
dividend etc thoroughly with
for number of shares he bought due to error in
examples.
calculating the sale proceeds.
(iii) Error was also observed in the change in annual
income due to incorrect value of number of shares.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 9
(a) C.I f mid-value d fd
10 - 20 5 15 -30 -150
20 - 30 2 25 -20 -40
30 - 40 7 35 -10 -70
40 - 50 9 45 0 0
50 - 60 2 55 10 20
60 - 70 5 65 20 100
30 -140

Given assumed mean (A) = 45

−140
Mean = 45 + � 30
�
= 45 – 4.67
= 40.33
(b) √5𝑥𝑥 + √2𝑥𝑥 − 6
=4
√5𝑥𝑥 − √2𝑥𝑥 − 6
√5𝑥𝑥+√2𝑥𝑥−6+√5𝑥𝑥−√2𝑥𝑥−6 4+1
= Applying componendo and dividendo
√5𝑥𝑥+√2𝑥𝑥−6−√5𝑥𝑥+√2𝑥𝑥−6 4−1

2√5𝑥𝑥 5
=
2√2𝑥𝑥 − 6 3
Squaring both sides
5𝑥𝑥 25
=
2𝑥𝑥 − 6 9
45𝑥𝑥 = 50𝑥𝑥 − 150
5𝑥𝑥 = 150
∴ 𝑥𝑥 = 30
(c) Number of shares =
8500
= 50
170
50×100×10
Dividend = 100
= `500
(i) Sales proceeds = 50 ×(170+30) = `10,000
10,000
(ii) New number of shares = 125 = 80
80×100×12
Dividend from new shares = = `960
100
∴ Change in income = 960 – 500 = `460
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Question 10
(a) Use graph paper for this question. [6]
The marks obtained by 120 students in an English test are given below:

Marks 0–10 10–20 20–30 30–40 40–50 50–60 60–70 70–80 80–90 90–100

No. of
5 9 16 22 26 18 11 6 4 3
students

Draw the ogive and hence, estimate:

(i) the median marks.
(ii) the number of students who did not pass the test if the pass percentage was 50.
(iii) the upper quartile marks.
(b) A man observes the angle of elevation of the top of the tower to be 45o. He walks towards [4]
it in a horizontal line through its base. On covering 20 m the angle of elevation changes to
60o. Find the height of the tower correct to 2 significant figures.

Comments of Examiners
(a) (i) A number of candidates made mistakes in finding Suggestions for teachers
the cumulative frequency though the total - Teach the students to cross-check
frequency was given correctly. the cumulative frequency found.
Some candidates drew the ogive with respect to This is by tallying the total
lower boundaries and corresponding cumulative frequency with the last value of C.F.
frequency instead of taking upper boundaries. - Correct choice of axis and scale
Some candidates drew the ogive taking mid- require additional attention.
values and corresponding cumulative frequency. - Ensure that sufficient practice is
To locate the various results from the graph given in drawing Ogive.
indicating guidelines were not shown. - Instruct students to indicate on the
Several candidates formed the S-curve by joining graph sheet to locate values from the
graph.
the points with ruler instead of free hand curve.
- Advise students to draw Ogive - a
In sub parts (ii) and (iii) some candidates made cumulative frequency curve as a
mistakes in finding median marks, upper quartile free hand curve. Points must not be
marks and number of students who did not pass joined with a ruler.
the test. - Give sufficient practice of drawing
correct diagrams for problems based
(b) The errors observed in this question were as follows: on Heights and Distances.
• Many candidates drew incorrect diagram.
• Some candidates wrote incorrect ratio for tan θ.

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 • Many calculation errors were observed in the - Instruct students to learn the skill to
scripts because of taking tan 60° =1.732 instead find T-ratios of standard angles
of √𝟑𝟑 . mathematical tables instead of using.
In several answer scripts height of tower was not - Advise students read the question
carefully to give the answer in the
expressed correct to 2 significant figures as it was asked required form.
in the question. - Advice students to practice
mathematical calculations each day
to reduce calculation errors.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 10
(a) C.I. F C.F.
0 – 10 5 5
10 – 20 9 14
20 – 30 16 30
30 – 40 22 52
40 – 50 26 78
50 – 60 18 96
60 – 70 11 107
70 – 80 6 113
80 – 90 4 117
90 – 100 3 120

SCALE: On X-axis, 1 cm = 20 marks

On Y-axis, 1 cm = 20 students

(i) Median = 43 marks

(ii) Number of students who did not pass the test 78
(iii) 56 marks (±1)

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 𝑦𝑦
(b) tan 45𝑜𝑜 = 𝑥𝑥+20 { tan 45° = 1 }
𝑦𝑦
1=
𝑥𝑥 + 20
∴ 𝑥𝑥 + 20 = 𝑦𝑦
y – 20 = x
𝑦𝑦
tan 60 = 𝑥𝑥 { tan 60° = √3}

𝑥𝑥 √3 = 𝑦𝑦
x = y/ √3
y – 20 = y/ √3
20�√3� 20�√3��√3+1�
∴ 𝑦𝑦 = � , 𝑦𝑦 = �
√3−1� √3−1��√3+1�

20(1.732 + 3)
𝑥𝑥 =
3−1
𝑥𝑥 = 10 × 4.732
= 47.32 m

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Question 11
(a) Using the Remainder Theorem find the remainders obtained when [3]

x3 + (kx + 8)x + k is divided by x + 1 and x – 2.

Hence find k if the sum of the two remainders is 1.

(b) The product of two consecutive natural numbers which are multiples of 3 is equal to 810. [3]
Find the two numbers.

(c) In the given figure, ABCDE is a pentagon inscribed in a circle such that AC is a diameter [4]
and side BC//AE. If ∠BAC = 50°, find giving reasons:

(i) ∠ACB

(ii) ∠EDC

(iii) ∠BEC

Hence prove that BE is also a diameter

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates could not apply the Remainder Suggestions for teachers
theorem correctly. - Instruct students to read the question
Due to incorrect substitution or incorrect working heedfully and analyse the given
some candidates found the incorrect remainder. conditions before solving the
several candidates instead of adding the two problem.
remainders, equated each remainder to zero that is - Stress upon solving sums using
5k+24 = 0 and 2k- 9 =0. given conditions only.
- Give adequate practice in solving
(b) The most common error noticed in several scripts was • problems based on Remainder-
in taking two consecutive natural numbers which were Factor theorem and
multiples of 3. • word problems based on
Some candidates made mistakes in forming the quadratic equation.
equation with the given conditions. - Clarify to the students about the
Few candidates made errors in solving the quadratic consecutive numbers with different
equation. conditions like multiples of 3 with
examples.
(c) (i) Following errors were observed in this question: - Give ample practice to solve
• Some candidates could not apply the quadratic equation.
appropriate property of circle theorem to find
out the unknown angles.
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 • Some failed to locate angles in the same - Teach circles and related angle
segment hence could not prove properties, cyclic properties, tangent
∠BEC=∠BAC=50° and secant properties thoroughly.
• Properties of cyclic quadrilateral were not - Train students to write correct reasons
in support of the working of geometry
applied.
based questions to obtain the answers.
• Many candidates even after solving the
other parts could not prove BE is a diameter
giving proper reasons. Unable to find the
values of ∠ACB, ∠EDC and ∠BEC giving
appropriate reasons.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 11
(a) 𝑥𝑥 3 + (𝑘𝑘𝑥𝑥 + 8)𝑥𝑥 + 𝑘𝑘 = 𝑥𝑥 3 + 𝑘𝑘𝑥𝑥 2 + 8𝑥𝑥 + 𝑘𝑘
When divided by 𝑥𝑥 + 1
Remainder = (−1)3 + 𝑘𝑘(−1)2 + 8(−1) + 𝑘𝑘
= −1 + 𝑘𝑘 − 8 + 𝑘𝑘
= 2𝑘𝑘 − 9
When divided by 𝑥𝑥 − 2
Remainder = (2)3 + 𝑘𝑘(2)2 + 8(2) + 𝑘𝑘
= 8 + 4𝑘𝑘 + 16 + 𝑘𝑘
= 5𝑘𝑘 + 24
Hence 2𝑘𝑘 − 9 + 5𝑘𝑘 + 24 = 1
7𝑘𝑘 + 15 = 1
7𝑘𝑘 = −14
∴ 𝑘𝑘 = −2
(b) 𝐴𝐴𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝐴𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑒 𝑒𝑒ℎ𝑎𝑎𝑒𝑒 𝑒𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑜𝑜 𝑒𝑒𝑜𝑜𝑛𝑛𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝐴𝐴𝑒𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑒 𝑛𝑛𝑎𝑎𝑒𝑒𝐴𝐴𝑟𝑟𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛 𝑛𝑛𝐴𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑏𝑏𝑒𝑒𝑟𝑟𝑠𝑠 𝑡𝑡ℎ𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑒ℎ 𝑎𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑐𝑐𝐴𝐴𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑚𝑚𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑜𝑜𝑓𝑓 3 𝑎𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒
𝑥𝑥 𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑑𝑑 𝑥𝑥 + 3
𝑥𝑥(𝑥𝑥 + 3) = 810
𝑥𝑥 2 + 3𝑥𝑥 = 810
𝑥𝑥 2 + 3𝑥𝑥 − 810 = 0
(𝑥𝑥 + 30)(𝑥𝑥 − 27) = 0
𝑥𝑥 = −30 𝑜𝑜𝑟𝑟 𝑥𝑥 = 27
𝑒𝑒ℎ𝑒𝑒𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑓𝑓𝑜𝑜𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒, 𝑒𝑒ℎ𝑒𝑒 𝑒𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑜𝑜 𝑛𝑛𝐴𝐴𝑐𝑐𝑏𝑏𝑒𝑒𝑟𝑟𝑠𝑠 𝑎𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒 27 𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑑𝑑 30.

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(c) (i) In ∆𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴, ∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 90° (𝐴𝐴𝑛𝑛𝐴𝐴𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒 𝑠𝑠𝑛𝑛 𝑎𝑎 𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑒𝑐𝑐𝑠𝑠 𝑒𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒)
∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 50° (𝐴𝐴𝑠𝑠𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑒𝑛𝑛)
∴ ∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 40°
(ii) ∵ AE//BC
∴ ∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐶𝐶 = ∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 40° (𝑚𝑚𝑎𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑟𝑟 𝑜𝑜𝑓𝑓 𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑟𝑟𝑛𝑛𝑎𝑎𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒 ∠𝑠𝑠)
In cyclic quadrilateral ACDE

∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐶𝐶 + ∠𝐶𝐶𝐸𝐸𝐴𝐴
= 180° (𝑜𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑜𝑜𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒 ∠𝑠𝑠 𝑜𝑜𝑓𝑓 𝑒𝑒𝑦𝑦𝑒𝑒𝑛𝑛𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑒 𝑞𝑞𝐴𝐴𝑎𝑎𝑑𝑑𝑟𝑟𝑠𝑠𝑛𝑛𝑎𝑎𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑟𝑟𝑎𝑎𝑛𝑛 𝑎𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑠𝑠𝐴𝐴𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑒𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑒𝑎𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑦𝑦. )

40° + ∠𝐶𝐶𝐸𝐸𝐴𝐴 = 180°

∠𝐶𝐶𝐸𝐸𝐴𝐴 = 140°
(iii) ∠𝐴𝐴𝐶𝐶𝐴𝐴 = ∠𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 50° (angles in the same segment)
(iv) ∠𝐴𝐴𝐶𝐶𝐴𝐴 = 90 − 50 = 40°
∴ ∠𝐶𝐶𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 40° (alternate angles)
∴ ∠𝐶𝐶𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 90°
∴ 𝐴𝐴𝐶𝐶 is a diameter.
Note: For questions having more than one correct answer/solution, alternate correct
answers/solutions, apart from those given in the marking scheme, have also been accepted.

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 ICSE Class 10 Maths Question
Paper Solution 2017

SECTION A (80 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.
Question 1
(a) If b is the mean proportion between a and c, show that: [3]

𝑎𝑎4 + 𝑎𝑎2 𝑏𝑏 2 + 𝑏𝑏 4 𝑎𝑎2

=
𝑏𝑏 4 + 𝑏𝑏 2 𝑐𝑐 2 + 𝑐𝑐 4 𝑐𝑐 2
[4]
(b) 2
Solve the equation 4𝑥𝑥 − 5𝑥𝑥 − 3 = 0 and give your answer correct to two decimal places.

(c) AB and CD are two parallel chords of a circle such that AB = 24 cm and
CD = 10 cm. If the radius of the circle is 13 cm, find the A N B
[3]

distance between the two chords.

O

C M D

Comments of Examiners
Suggestions for teachers
(a) Some candidates were not aware of the basic
concepts of ratio and proportion, hence were unable to − The concept of proportion and its
properties needs thorough drilling.
write mean proportion. They failed to prove the given
Teach different methods of solving
condition. problems on proportion through
(b) Common errors made by candidates were: various examples.
(i) used incorrect formula. − Drilling is necessary for solving
(ii) made mistakes in calculation. quadratic equations. Extensive
(iii)made errors in finding square root of √73. teaching and practice is necessary on
(iv) failed to give the answer correct up to two decimal approximation of numbers.
Encourage students to use
places or did not round off at all.
Mathematical tables to find square
(c) Most candidates calculated the distance between the two roots of numbers.
chords correctly. Some wrote the equation using − Sufficient practice on sums related to
chords and other properties of circle
should be given.
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 Pythagoras theorem incorrectly. Several candidates got incorrect answers as they did not add the
distances of OM and ON to get MN.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 1
(a) 𝑎𝑎 ∶ 𝑏𝑏 ∶ 𝑐𝑐
𝑎𝑎 𝑏𝑏
= ∴ 𝑏𝑏 2 = 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎
𝑏𝑏 𝑐𝑐
𝑎𝑎4 + 𝑎𝑎2 𝑏𝑏 2 + 𝑏𝑏 4 𝑎𝑎4 + 𝑎𝑎2 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 + 𝑎𝑎2 𝑐𝑐 2
= 2 2
𝑏𝑏 4 + 𝑏𝑏 2 𝑐𝑐 2 + 𝑐𝑐 4 𝑎𝑎 𝑐𝑐 + 𝑎𝑎𝑐𝑐 3 + 𝑐𝑐 4
𝑎𝑎 2 (𝑎𝑎2 +𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎+𝑐𝑐 2 ) 𝑎𝑎 2
= =
𝑐𝑐 2 (𝑎𝑎2 +𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎+𝑐𝑐 2 ) 𝑐𝑐 2

(b) 4𝑥𝑥 2 − 5𝑥𝑥 − 3 = 0

5 ± �25 − 4 𝑥𝑥 4 𝑥𝑥 (−3)
𝑥𝑥 =
2𝑥𝑥4
5 ± √73
𝑥𝑥 =
8
5 ± 8.544
𝑥𝑥 =
8
𝑥𝑥 = 1.693 𝑥𝑥 = −0.443
𝑥𝑥 = 1.69 𝑥𝑥 = −0.44

(c) 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = �𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂2 − 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 2

𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = �𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 2 − 𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶2

∴ 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = �132 − 122 , = √25 = 5𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐

𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = √132 − 52 = √144 = 12𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
∴ 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷 𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀 = 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 + 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 5 + 12 = 17𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐

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Question 2
(a) Evaluate without using trigonometric tables, [3]
1
sin2 28° + sin2 62° + tan2 38° − cot 2 52° + 4 sec 2 30°

(b) 1 3 −2 1 [4]
If A = � � and B = � � and A2 – 5B2 = 5C. Find matrix C where C is a
3 4 −3 2
2 by 2 matrix.
(c) Jaya borrowed ₹ 50,000 for 2 years. The rates of interest for two successive years are [3]
12% and 15% respectively. She repays ₹33,000 at the end of the first year. Find the
amount she must pay at the end of the second year to clear her debt.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Errors in application of complementary angles was
very common among candidates. Some candidates
Suggestions for teachers
wrote 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 28° = 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠²(90° − 28°) instead of
𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 (90° − 28°) or 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 (90° − 62°) etc. − Thorough drilling of complementary
Candidates substituted incorrect values for sec 30°. angles and their properties is
A few candidates applied complementary angles necessary.
directly without showing any working or giving − Teach students to deduce the values
any reasons. of special angles e.g.,
(b) Some candidates made mistakes in matrix 0°, 30°, 45°, 60°𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 90°.
multiplication − Advise students to show all essential
1 3 steps of working.
e.g. If A = � �,
3 4 − Clarify basic operations with
A² = �1² 3²� Matrices. Adequate practice should
3² 4² be given in Multiplication of a
A few candidates skipped major steps of working. Matrix by a Matrix.
(c) Some candidates missed out the word ‘successive’ − Give students different types of
and found the amount directly for two years and questions on compound interest for
subtracted the repayment amount ₹33000. A few practice. Advise them to practise the
candidates made calculation errors. sums both with and without
formula. This would help them to
handle sums with successive rates.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 2
(a) 1 2 0
sin2 280 + sin2 620 + tan2 380 – cot2520 + sec 30
4
2
2 0 2 2 0 2
1 2 
sin 28 + sin (90°-28°) + tan 38 – cot (90°-38°) + 
4  3 
( sin2 280 + cos2 280) + (tan2 380 – tan2 380) + 1 / 3
1
1+ 0 + 1 =1
3 3

(b) A2 – 5B2 = 5C

1 3 1 3 −2 1 −2 1
� �� � − 5� �� �
3 4 3 4 −3 2 −3 2
1×1+3×3 1×3+3×4 4 − 3 −2 + 2
� �− 5� �
3×1+4×3 3×3+4×4 6 − 6 −3 + 4
10 15 1 0
� �− 5� �
15 25 0 1
10 15 5 0 5 15
=� �−� �=� � = 5𝐶𝐶
15 25 0 5 15 20
1 3
C=� �
3 4

(c) 50,000 × 1 × 12
𝐼𝐼1 = = ₹ 6,000
100
Amount = 50,000 + 6000 = ₹ 56,000
𝑃𝑃 = 56,000 − 33,000 = ₹ 23,000
23,000 × 1 × 15
𝐼𝐼2 = = ₹ 3,450
100
Outstanding amount = 23,000 + 3,450 = ₹ 26,450

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Question 3
(a) The catalogue price of a computer set is ₹ 42000. The shopkeeper gives a discount of 10% [3]
on the listed price. He further gives an off-season discount of 5% on the discounted price.
However, sales tax at 8% is charged on the remaining price after the two successive
discounts. Find:
(i) the amount of sales tax a customer has to pay

(ii) the total price to be paid by the customer for the computer set.

(b) P(1,–2) is a point on the line segment A(3,–6) and B(x, y) such that AP : PB is equal to 2 : 3. [4]
Find the coordinates of B.

(c) The marks of 10 students of a class in an examination arranged in ascending order is as [3]
follows:

13, 35, 43, 46, x, x+4, 55, 61, 71, 80

If the median marks is 48, find the value of x. Hence find the mode of the given data.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates were not clear about the concept of Suggestions for teachers
successive discount. They added the two discounts
− Sales tax needs to be taught with
10% and 5% and found discount as 15% of ₹42000 sufficient examples. Concepts
followed by 8% tax. Most of them left their answer as related to MP, CP and SP require
₹38782.8 instead of ₹38782.80. thorough drilling. Train students to
(b) Some candidates applied incorrect Section formula differentiate between list price, sale
and a few made errors in substituting the values in the price and sale tax. Advise students
formula. In some cases, candidates considered B to express answers related to rupees
dividing AP instead of P dividing AB. The coordinates and paisa up to two decimal places.
of B were written as -2 and 4 instead of writing in − Instruct students to write all
coordinate form i.e. (-2, 4). coordinates enclosed within the
(c) In the question, the given data was arranged in bracket.
ascending order but some candidates could not identify − Drill students with method of
finding median of even and odd non
the middle term to get the value of x. A few candidates
grouped distribution.
used the formula for mean to solve for x.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 3
(a) 10 5
Sales price= (1 - )(1 − )42000
100 100
= ` 35910
8
Sales tax= × 35910 = ` 2872.80
100
Final price = ` 35910 + ` 2872.80 = ` 38782.80

(b) 𝑚𝑚𝑥𝑥2 + 𝑛𝑛𝑥𝑥1 𝑚𝑚𝑦𝑦2 + 𝑛𝑛𝑦𝑦1

𝑥𝑥 = , 𝑦𝑦 =
𝑚𝑚 + 𝑛𝑛 𝑚𝑚 + 𝑛𝑛
2 × 𝑥𝑥 + 3 × 3
1=
2+3
∴ 5 = 2𝑥𝑥 + 9
∴ 2𝑥𝑥 = −4
𝑥𝑥 = −2
2 × 𝑦𝑦 + 3 × −6
−2 =
2+3
−10 = 2𝑦𝑦 − 18
8 = 2𝑦𝑦
∴ 𝑦𝑦 = 4
∴ 𝐵𝐵(−2,4)
(c) 13, 35, 43, 46, x, (x+4), 55, 61, 71, 80
No. of terms is 10 which is even.
𝑛𝑛 𝑡𝑡ℎ 𝑛𝑛 𝑡𝑡ℎ
∴ Median is average of � � and � + 1� term.
2 2
10 10
 , + 1 i.e. 5th and 6th term
2 2
𝑥𝑥+𝑥𝑥+4
Median = = 48
2
2𝑥𝑥+4
= 48
2
𝑥𝑥 + 2 = 48
∴ 𝑥𝑥 = 48 − 2
𝑥𝑥 = 46
∴ 13, 35, 43, 46, 46, 50, 55, 61, 71, 80
∴ Mode is 46

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Question 4
(a) What must be subtracted from 16x3 – 8x2 + 4x + 7 so that the resulting expression has [3]
2x + 1 as a factor?

(b) In the given figure ABCD is a rectangle. It consists of a circle and two D C [4]
semi circles each of which are of radius 5 cm. Find the area of the
shaded region. Give your answer correct to three significant figures.

A B

(c) Solve the following inequation and represent the solution set on a number line. [3]

1 1 1
−8 < − − 4𝑥𝑥 ≤ 7 , 𝑥𝑥 ∈ 𝐼𝐼
2 2 2

Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates made calculation errors in solving
1 1 Suggestions for teachers
the problem e.g. (− 2)² 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 − 4
. Some failed to use
Remainder and Factor theorem and instead, used − Insist that students should strictly
long division. Many candidates did not equate follow the instructions given in all
1 questions.
f (− 2) 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 𝑧𝑧𝑧𝑧𝑧𝑧𝑧𝑧. A few candidates did not draw
− Give practice in the method to solve
conclusion that 1 must be subtracted to have 2x + 1 the problems based on Remainder
as a factor of the given expression. and Factor Theorem.
− Give extensive practice in problems
(b) Some candidates were unable to identify the length on mensuration and instruct students
or breadth of the rectangle using the radius of the to give answers correct to the
given circle and semi circles. A few candidates made required number of significant
digits/decimal places/ nearest whole
calculation errors. Many candidates approximated
number.
their values initially hence were unable to give their − Tell students that while solving an
answers correct to three significant digits. inequation, all the points given in
(c) Transposition of like terms to the same side of the the comments are essential and must
inequation was incorrect in several cases. Errors be followed. Further, extensive
1 1 drilling is necessary on concepts of
were mostly of sign e.g.− 4𝑥𝑥 > − 8 2 + 2 ∴ 𝑥𝑥 > 2 positive and negative signs.

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 instead of writing 𝑥𝑥 < 2. Other common errors made by candidates were:
(i) Some candidates did not represent the solution in set form;
(ii) A number of candidates did not put arrow marks on both ends of the number line;
(iii) Some candidates did not have extra digits marked on the number line beyond the solution set.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 4
(a) Let A be subtracted
f(x) =16x3 – 8x2 + 4x + 7 – A

 −1   −1   −1   −1 
3 2

f(  = 16   − 8   + 4   + 7 − A = 0
 2  2  2  2
-2 -2 -2 +3 – A=0
A= 1
∴ 1 must be subtracted.

(b) Area of shaded part = Area of rectangle – (Area of circle + area of two semi circles)
Side of rectangle  L = 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 = 20 cm
B = 5 + 5 = 10 cm D C

∴ Area =
1
20 × 10 − �2 × 𝜋𝜋 × 52 + 𝜋𝜋 × 52 �
2
22
= 200 − 2 × × 25
7
1100
= 200 −
7
1400 − 1100 300
= = A B
7 7
6
= 42 = 42.857 = 42.9 𝑐𝑐𝑚𝑚2
7

(c)
1 1 1
−8 < − − 4𝑥𝑥 ≤ 7 , 𝑥𝑥 ∈ 𝐼𝐼
2 2 2
1 1 1 1
−4𝑥𝑥 ≤ 7 + −8 + < −4𝑥𝑥
2 2 2 2
𝑥𝑥 ≥– 2 𝑥𝑥 < 2

{−2 ≤ 𝑥𝑥 < 2, 𝑥𝑥 ∈ 𝐼𝐼} 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 {−2, −1,0,1}

-3 -2 -1 0 1 2

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Question 5
(a) 1 1 [4]
Given matrix 𝐵𝐵 = � �. Find the matrix X if, 𝑋𝑋 = 𝐵𝐵 2 − 4𝐵𝐵.
8 3
𝑎𝑎 5
Hence solve for 𝑎𝑎 and 𝑏𝑏 given 𝑋𝑋 � � = � �
𝑏𝑏 50
(b) How much should a man invest in ` 50 shares selling at `60 to obtain an income of ` [3]
450, if the rate of dividend declared is 10%. Also find his yield percent, to the nearest
whole number.
(c) Sixteen cards are labelled as a,b,c…….m,n,o,p. They are put in a box and shuffled. [3]
A boy is asked to draw a card from the box. What is the probability that the card drawn
is:
(i) a vowel.
(ii) a consonant.
(iii) none of the letters of the word median.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates found matrix B² by squaring each Suggestions for teachers
element of matrix B instead of finding B x B. A few − Emphasis must be given on
candidates found the matrix 𝑋𝑋 = 𝐵𝐵 2 − 4𝐵𝐵 but did not showing all essential steps of
find the values of ‘a’ and ‘b’. Some made calculation working so as to avoid errors.
errors. − Sufficient drilling is necessary on
(b) Many candidates were unable to find the number of product of matrices, specially to find
square of a matrix.
shares purchased. A few candidates made calculation
− Give sufficient practice on
errors. A common error made by candidates was that
commercial mathematics.
of expressing the answer correct to the nearest whole − Terms like NV, MV, dividend, etc
number. must be thoroughly drilled.
(c) Common errors detected in this problem were the − Advise candidates that all necessary
following: outcomes must be listed before
(i) total outcome of event was incorrect, or finding probability and all answers
must be given in the simplest form.
(ii) favourable outcome was incorrect or
(iii) the result was not given in the simplest form. e.g.
4 1
=
16 4

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 5
(a)
1 1 1 1 1+8 1+3
𝐵𝐵2 = � �×� �=� �
8 3 8 3 8 + 24 8 + 9

9 4
=� �
32 17

9 4 4 4 5 0
𝐵𝐵2 − 4𝐵𝐵 = � �−� �=� �
32 17 32 12 0 5

5 0 𝑎𝑎 5
� �� � = � �
0 5 𝑏𝑏 50

5𝑎𝑎 5
� �=� �
5𝑏𝑏 50

5𝑎𝑎 = 5 5𝑏𝑏 = 50

𝑎𝑎 = 1 𝑏𝑏 = 10
(b) Income = ` 450
10 𝑥𝑥 50 𝑥𝑥 𝑁𝑁
= 450
100
N = 90
Investment = ` 60 x 90 = ` 5400
10 𝑥𝑥 50
Yield % =
60

= 8.33%
= 8 % (𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛 𝑤𝑤ℎ𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛𝑛)

(c) a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, o, p
4 1
(i) =4
16
12 3
(ii) 16
=4
10 5
(iii) =8
16

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Question 6
(a) Using a ruler and a compass construct a triangle ABC in which AB = 7cm, ∠CAB=60o [4]
and AC = 5cm. Construct the locus of:
(i) points equidistant from AB and AC.
(ii) points equidistant from BA and BC.
Hence construct a circle touching the three sides of the triangle internally.
(b) A conical tent is to accommodate 77 persons. Each person must have 16𝑚𝑚3 of air to
breathe. Given the radius of the tent as 7𝑚𝑚 find the height of the tent and also its curved [3]
surface area.
(c) 7𝑚𝑚+2𝑛𝑛 5 [3]
If = , use properties of proportion to find
7𝑚𝑚−2𝑛𝑛 3

(i) m:n

𝑚𝑚2 + 𝑛𝑛2
(ii)
𝑚𝑚2 − 𝑛𝑛2

Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates bisected two sides instead of two
angles for locating the in-centre. A number of Suggestions for teachers
candidates identified the centre correctly but did not
drop a perpendicular from the centre to any one side of − Instruct students that for all
the triangle so as to find the length of radius of geometry constructions it is
required in-circle. essential to show all traces of
(b) In solving this mensuration problem most of the errors construction. Sums on locus
were due to incorrect calculation or formula. Answer require more practice.
was not expressed correct to the nearest whole − Give ample practice on questions
number. based on mensuration.
(c) Some candidates did not use properties of proportion − Sufficient practice of problems on
to solve the problem, instead tried to solve by cross- proportion is necessary.
multiplication. Some made errors in signs, while
applying componendo and dividendo theorem.
(i) Many did not give the answer in the correct form,
e.g. m:n= 8 :7
(ii) Some candidates did not apply m:n= 8 :7 and instead tried to apply componendo and
𝑚𝑚2 + 𝑛𝑛2
dividendo theorem to find .
𝑚𝑚2 − 𝑛𝑛2

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 6
(a) Triangle
(i) Bisector of ∠A
(ii) Bisector of ∠B
(iii) Incircle with perpendicular constructed to find radius

(b) Volume = 77 x 16
1
𝜋𝜋 × 7 × 7 × ℎ = 77 × 16
3
7 3
ℎ = 77 × 16 × ×
22 7 × 7
ℎ = 24𝑚𝑚
𝑟𝑟 = 7𝑚𝑚, ℎ = 24𝑚𝑚, 𝑙𝑙 = 25𝑚𝑚
22
𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶 𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 𝜋𝜋𝜋𝜋𝜋𝜋 = × 7 × 25 = 550 𝑚𝑚2
7
(c) 7 m + 2n 5
= ,
7 m − 2n 3
7 m + 2n + 7 m − 2n 5 + 3
Using componendo and dividendo theorem, =
7 m + 2n − 7 m + 2n 5 − 3
7m 8
= =4 m: n= 8 :7
2n 2
m 2 64
=
n 2 49
m 2 + n 2 64 + 49 113
= =
m 2 − n 2 64 − 49 15

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Question 7
(a) A page from a savings bank account passbook is given below: [5]
Date Particulars Amount Amount Balance (`)
Withdrawn Deposited (`)
(`)
Jan. 7, 2016 B/F 3000.00
Jan 10, 2016 By Cheque 2600.00 5600.0
Feb. 8, 2016 To Self 1500.00 4100.00
Apr. 6, 2016 By Cheque 2100.00 2000.00
May 4, 2016 By cash 6500.00 8500.00
May 27, 2016 By Cheque 1500.00 10000.00

(i) Calculate the interest for the 6 months from January to June 2016, at 6% per
annum.

(ii) If the account is closed on 1st July 2016, find the amount received by the account
holder.

(b) Use a graph paper for this question (Take 2 cm = 1 unit on both x and y axis) [5]

(i) Plot the following points:

A(0,4), B(2,3), C(1,1) and D(2,0).
(ii) Reflect points B, C, D on the y-axis and write down their coordinates. Name the
images as B’, C’, D’ respectively.
(iii) Join the points A, B, C, D, D’, C’, B’ and A in order, so as to form a closed
figure. Write down the equation of the line of symmetry of the figure formed.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Candidates made different types of errors in this
Suggestions for teachers
question. A few are given below:
− Some took the balance of the month of June as − Adequate practice should be given
‘0’ instead of ₹10000. in building up concepts. Teach
6 1
− Some took time as 12 𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 12 as 1
students why time is taken for
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interest is calculated per month.
calculation of interest for one
− To calculate the amount many candidates month. . Emphasis must be given on
added the interest to the total qualifying balance
expressing answer to two decimal
₹34300 instead of the last balance ₹10000.
− Most candidates left the answers as ₹171.5, places, especially in banking
₹10171.5 instead of ₹171.50, ₹10171.50. system.
(b) Some candidates plotted the points incorrectly or
− Instruct students to read the question
did not complete the figure by joining the points.
carefully.
Most candidates made mistakes in identifying the
− Sufficient practice is required in
line of symmetry or writing down its equation.
plotting numerous points on the
Some did not follow the instructions given in the
question and thus used incorrect scale for the graph.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 7
(a) Qualifying sum for (`)
Jan 5600.00
Feb 4100.00
Mar 4100.00
Apr 2000.00
May 8500.00
June 10000.00
Total 34300.00
34300 × 6 × 1
(i) Interest = = ₹ 171.50
100 × 12

(ii) Amount received = ` (10,000 + 11.50) = ` 10,171.50

(b)
Coordinates of images of B, C and D are B’(-2,3), C’(-1,1) and D’(-2,0).
Figure

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 Equation of line of symmetry is x = 0

Question 8
(a) Calculate the mean of the following distribution using step deviation method. [4]

Marks 0 – 10 10 – 20 20 – 30 30 – 40 40 50 50 – 60
Number of
10 9 25 30 16 10
Students
(b) In the given figure PQ is a tangent to the circle at A. AB and AD are bisectors of [3]
∠CAQ and ∠PAC. IF ∠BAQ = 30o, prove that:
C
(i) BD is a diameter of the circle. D

(ii) ABC is an isosceles triangle.

B

P A Q

(c) The printed price of an air conditioner is ₹ 45,000/-. The wholesaler allows a discount [3]
of 10% to the shopkeeper. The shopkeeper sells the article to the customer at a

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 discount of 5% of the marked price. Sales tax (under VAT) is charged at the rate of
12% at every stage. Find:

(i) VAT paid by the shopkeeper to the government.

(ii) The total amount paid by the customer inclusive of tax.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates did not use step deviation method Suggestions for teachers
to find mean as specified in the question. Other
− Give equal stress to all three
common errors observed were:
methods of finding mean. Care must
(i) Incorrect class mark;
be taken while identifying the length
(ii) Incorrect class interval, e.g. 5 instead of 10.
of class interval and the class mark.
(iii)Incorrect formula used or calculation errors.
Repeated drilling could help in
(b) Many candidates were unable to identify
rectifying such errors.
∠CAB = 30o or ∠CAD = 60° and were unable to
− Sufficient drilling is necessary on
prove BD, a diameter. Some could not use the
properties of circles. Emphasis must
property of alternate segment theorem to prove
be given in answering the geometry
∠BAQ = ∠BCA = 30° .A few candidates did not
based problems with logical reasons.
write the answer with proper reasons.
Stress must be given on alternate
(c) Some candidates found the amount paid by the
segment theorem tangents and
customer correctly but VAT paid by shopkeeper was
intersecting chords.
incorrect. Many made calculation errors.
− Adequate practise is required for
VAT based problems. Ask students
to read the question carefully and
note down what is the given data
and what is required to be found so
as to make the problem easier to

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 8
(a) Marks Number of X 𝑿𝑿 − 𝑨𝑨 ft
𝒕𝒕 =
students 𝒊𝒊
0 – 10 10 5 –3 –30
10 – 20 9 15 –2 –18
20 – 30 25 25 –1 –25
30 – 40 30 35 0 0
40 – 50 16 45 1 16
50 – 60 10 55 2 20
Σf = 100 Σft = –37

Let A = 35
∑ 𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓
Mean = 𝐴𝐴 + ∑ 𝑓𝑓
× 𝑖𝑖
−37
= 35 + × 10
100

= 35 – 3.7
= 31.3
(b) (i) AB is the bisector of ∠CAQ.
∴ ∠CAB = ∠BAQ = 30o
AD is the bisector of ∠PAC C

180° − 60° 120 D

∴∠CAD = ∠PAD = = = 60°
2 2
∴∠BAD = ∠BAC + ∠CAD = 30 + 60° = 90°
B
∴BD is a diameter of the circle.
(ii) ∠BAQ = ∠BCA = 30o
∵ AB is a chord and PQ tangent P A Q

∴angle in the alternate segment are equal

∴ ∆ABC is an isosceles triangle.

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(c) MP = 45,000
10
Discount amount to the shopkeeper = × 45,000 = ₹ 4,500
100
SP = 45,000 – 4,500 = 40,500
12
Sales tax for the shopkeeper = × 40,500 = ₹ 4,860
100
5
Discount amount to the customer = × 45,000 = ₹ 2,250
100
SP = 45,000 – 2,250 = 42,750
12
Sales tax for the customer = × 42,750 = ₹ 5,130
100

(i) VAT paid by the shopkeeper = 5,130

-4,860
₹ 270
(ii) Amount paid by customer = 42,750 + 5130
= ` 47,880

Question 9
(a) In the figure given, O is the centre of the circle. ∠DAE = 70°. Find giving suitable [4]
reasons, the measure of: C

(i) ∠BCD

O
(ii) ∠BOD
D
(iii) ∠OBD
B A E

(b) A(-1, 3) , B(4, 2) and C(3, -2) are the vertices of a triangle. [3]

(i) Find the coordinates of the centroid G of the triangle.

(ii) Find the equation of the line through G and parallel to AC.

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(c) Prove that [3]

sin 𝜃𝜃 − 2𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠3 𝜃𝜃
= 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
2𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 3 𝜃𝜃 − 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates did not write the reasons in support Suggestions for teachers
of their answers. Some candidates were not versed
with the circle properties, e.g. could not identify − Train students to:
(i) Name angles correctly e.g.
∠BCD = 70° by using alternate segment theorem.
∠𝐵𝐵𝐵𝐵𝐵𝐵 cannot be written as ∠𝐴𝐴.
Many wrote ∠𝐵𝐵𝐵𝐵𝐵𝐵 = 55° due to incorrect use of
(ii) give essential working,
circle properties. (iii) state reasons clearly.
(b) Most candidates found the coordinates of the centroid − Sufficient practice is necessary to
G correctly but could not find the equation of the line find slope of parallel lines and
through G and parallel to AC. equation of lines with given
conditions.
(c) Many candidates were unable to identify the term 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 − Ensure adequate practice of sums
and cos𝜃𝜃 common to numerator and denominator based on identities. Instruct
respectively. Some went wrong in simplification. students not to cross multiply and
change the form of the identity.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 9
(a) C

O
D

B A E
∠DAE = ∠BCD (ext. ∠ of a cyclic quad. is equal to interior opp.∠ )
(i) ∠DAE = ∠BCD = 70ᵒ
(ii) ∠BOD = 2 ∠BCD = 140ᵒ (angle at centre is twice the angle on other segment)

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 (iii) In ∆OBD, OB = OD (radii of circle)
∴ ∠𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = ∠𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑥𝑥ᵒ (𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠) (at least 2 correct reasons)
𝑥𝑥ᵒ + 𝑥𝑥ᵒ + 140ᵒ = 180ᵒ (sum of angles of a triangle = 180o)
∴ ∠𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑥𝑥ᵒ = 20ᵒ

(b)  − 1 + 4 + 3 3 + 2 − 2  = G (2, 1)
Centroid G =  , 
 3 3 
−2−3 −5
Slope of AC = =
3 +1 4
−5
Equation of line through G and parallel to AC: y – 1 = ( x − 2)
4
5x + 4y = 14

𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠(1 − 2𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 𝜃𝜃)

(c)
𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐(2𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 − 1)
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠(𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 𝜃𝜃 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 − 2𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 𝜃𝜃)
=
𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐[2𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 − (𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 𝜃𝜃 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃)]
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠(𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 − 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 𝜃𝜃)
=
𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐[𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 − 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠2 𝜃𝜃]
= 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡

Question 10
(a) The sum of the ages of Vivek and his younger brother Amit is 47 years. The product of [4]
their ages in years is 550. Find their ages.
(b) The daily wages of 80 workers in a project are given below. [6]
Wages
400-450 450-500 500-550 550-600 600-650 650-700 700-750
(in `)

No. of
2 6 12 18 24 13 5
workers

Use a graph paper to draw an ogive for the above distribution. (Use a scale of
2 cm = ` 50 on x-axis and 2 cm = 10 workers on y-axis). Use your ogive to estimate:
(i) the median wage of the workers.
(ii) the lower quartile wage of workers.
(iii) the number of workers who earn more than ` 625 daily.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates took the two ages as 𝑥𝑥 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 𝑥𝑥 − Suggestions for teachers
47 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 𝑥𝑥 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 𝑥𝑥 + 47 𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 𝑥𝑥 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 47 − 𝑥𝑥.
− Lot of practice is required to form
Some could not form the correct equation. Some quadratic equation from the
candidates did not write the final answer Vivek’s conditions given in the question.
and Amit’s ages as 25 years and 22 years Working must be clearly shown
respectively. Some wrote the quadratic expression with all necessary steps. Instruct
x2 – 47x + 550 correct but did not equate to zero to form the students to conclude the answer
the required equation. found.
− Many students did not write scale
(b) Majority of candidates did not write correct scale.
chosen to plot the graph, put a kink
Some made mistake in finding the cumulative on the X-axis. Explain students the
frequency. Some candidates did not drop use and importance of scale
perpendiculars to locate medians, quartiles etc. chosen, kink and method of
estimating some quantity from the
graph plotted.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 10
(a) Let age of Vivek be x years
And of Amit 47 – x years
∴ x (47 – x) = 550
47x – x2 = 550
Or x2 – 47x + 550 = 0
(x – 25) (x – 22) = 0
∴x = 25 or age = 22 (not possible)
∴ Vivek’s age is x = 25 years, and Amit’s age is 47 – 25 = 22 years

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b) c.f: 2, 8, 20, 38, 62, 75,80
(For smooth S curve plotted with upper boundries)
th
N
(i)Median = term. = 40th term = ` 605
2
N
(ii) Q 1 = th term= 20th term = ` 550
4
(iii) No. of workers who earn more than ` 625 = 80-52 =28(±3)

Question 11
(a) The angles of depression of two ships A and B as observed from the top of a light [4]
house 60 m high are 60o and 45o respectively. If the two ships are on the opposite
sides of the light house, find the distance between the two ships. Give your answer
correct to the nearest whole number.

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(b) PQR is a triangle. S is a point on the side QR of ∆PQR such that ∠PSR = ∠QPR. [3]
Given QP = 8 cm, PR = 6 cm and SR = 3 cm P

(i) Prove ∆PQR ∼ ∆SPR 6 cm

8 cm
(ii) Find the length of QR and PS
𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 ∆𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 Q R
(iii) S 3 cm
𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 ∆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆

(c) Mr. Richard has a recurring deposit account in a bank for 3 years at 7.5% p. a. simple [3]
interest. If he gets ` 8325 as interest at the time of maturity, find:
(i) The monthly deposit
(ii) The maturity value.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates could not draw the diagram on
heights and distance as per the given conditions.
Their concept of angle of depression was not clear.
Suggestions for teachers
Some took both ships on the same side of the light − Advise students that all rounding off
house. Calculation errors were also common. must be done at the end while
Many candidates did not give the final answer to calculating the final answer. More
drilling is necessary on problems
the nearest whole number. related to heights and distances,
(b) Many candidates were not able to prove ∆PQR ∼ especially where the diagram needs to
be drawn. The concept of angle of
∆SPR. Many candidates were not able to write the
depression and angle of elevation
𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 could be made clearer through various
corresponding proportional sides, 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 = 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃
= 𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆
.
class activities.
− Sufficient practice with similar
The following were the common errors observed
triangles is necessary for students.
in the answer books: Incorrect formula used for They must be drilled to write the
calculation of interest; incorrect substitution; corresponding proportional sides.
Interest = ₹ 8325 taken as maturity value. Some − While solving a recurring deposit sum
candidates took n = 3 instead of 36. it is necessary to analyse and note
down what is given and what is
required to find.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 11
(a) 60
𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 60 = 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 C
60 60 45
∴ 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 =
𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡60 tan60 = √3
60 60 × √3
= =
√3 3
= 20√3
= 20 × 1.732
A D B
= 34.640 𝑚𝑚
𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶 𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶
𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡45 = ∴1= tan45 = 1
𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷
𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶 = 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷 = 60 𝑚𝑚
∴ 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 = 𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 + 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷
= 34.640 + 60
= 94.640 = 95 𝑚𝑚
(b) (i) In ∆PQR and ∆SPR
∠PSR = ∠QPR
∠R is common to both
∴ 3rd angles are equal
∴ ∆PQR ∼ ∆SPR (AAA) P

Hence sides are proportional. 6 cm

8 cm
𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃
(ii) ∴ = =
𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆
𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 8 62 Q R
S 3 cm
= =
6 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 3
∴𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 = 6 × 2
𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 = 12 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
8
𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 = = 4
2
∴ 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 = 4 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
∆𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 62
(iii) =
∆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆 32
∆𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 22 4
= =
∆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆 1 1

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(c) Let monthly deposit be ` 𝑥𝑥
(𝑥𝑥)( 36)(36 + 1)
Qualifying sum =
2
(𝑥𝑥)( 36)( 37)( 7.5)
Interest =
2 ( 100)( 12)
(𝑥𝑥)( 9)( 37)
₹ 8325 =
80
x = ` 2000
Maturity Value = 2000 × 36 + 8325 = ` 80,325

Topics
found • Value Added Tax (VAT).
difficult/ • Shares and Dividend.
confusing • Use of Remainder and Factor Theorem.
• Inequation solving and representing solution.
• Geometry: Constructions and solving problems using properties of circle
and similar triangles.
• Application of Circle Theorems.
• Finding out minimum balance in a month of a Savings Bank account.
• Coordinate geometry: Section formula.
• Trigonometry, complementary angles and Heights and Distances.
• Properties of Ratio and Proportion.
• Approximation to given significant figures or to nearest whole number.
• Statistics: finding mean by using step-deviation Method.
• Representing solutions on number line.
• Probability.
• Problems based on graph. Choosing correct axis and scale.

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Suggestions • Reading time must be utilised to make the right choice of question and to be
for thorough with the given data.
candidates • Round off the answers where asked.
• Choose the correct scale while drawing graphs and special care must be
taken while marking the axes and plotting points.
• Use mathematical tables to find square roots.
• Show all steps of working including rough work on the same answer page.
• While solving geometry problems reasons must be given.
• Show clearly all traces of constructions.
• To avoid calculation errors, all calculations must be rechecked.
• Make wise choices from the options available in the question paper and
manage time wisely.
• Study the entire syllabus thoroughly and revise from time to time. Concepts
of Class IX must be revised and integrated with the Class X syllabus.
• Develop logical and reasoning skills to have a clear understanding.
• Revise all topics and formulae involved and make a chapter wise or topic-
wise list of these.
• Be methodical and neat in working.

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 ICSE Class 10 Maths Question
Paper Solution 2016

MATHEMATICS

Question 1

(a) Using remainder theorem, find the value of k if on dividing 2𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 − 𝑘𝑥 + 5 [3]

by x – 2, leaves a remainder 7.
(b) 2 0 1 0 [4]
Given A = [ ] and I = [ ] and A2 = 9A + mI. Find m.
−1 7 0 1
(c) The mean of following numbers is 68. Find the value of ‘x’. [3]
45, 52, 60, x, 69, 70, 26, 81 and 94.
Hence estimate the median.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Candidates made mistakes due to the following
Suggestions for teachers
reasons:
(i) Instead of using Remainder and Factor  Stress on the basic concepts of
Theorem candidates divided the remainder theorem. Applying the
polynomial by (x – 2). theorem is essential.
(ii) Some candidates equated the remainder to  Operations of matrix addition, scalar
zero instead of equating to 7. multiplication and multiplication of a
matrix by another matrix must be
(iii) Some made errors in substituting x=2.
made clear to students. Students must
Hence got incorrect value of ‘k’
be made aware of the fact that matrix
(b) Most candidates failed to differentiate between A multiplied by Identity matrix I is
a constant term and a matrix. With this incorrect equal to A provided they are
concept some candidates considered ‘m’ to be a conformable for multiplication.
𝑎 𝑏  Revision of calculations of mean,
2 by 2 matrix, e.g., [ ].
𝑐 𝑑 median and mode could help in
Some candidates seemed to be unaware that eliminating such errors.
division of a matrix by another matrix is not
−14 0
possible and hence divided [ ] by
0 −14
1 0
[ ] to find A. Matrix A2 was deduced by some candidates by squaring each element of the
0 1
matrix instead of finding
2 0 2 0
[ ]×[ ]
−1 7 −1 7
(c) Candidates made mistakes in finding ∑ 𝑥 𝑎𝑛𝑑 ∑ 𝑓. The common error was in writing
∑ 𝑥 = 497𝑥 𝑖𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑑 𝑜𝑓497+x; ∑ 𝑓 = 8 𝑖𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑑 𝑜𝑓 9.
A number of candidates were unable to calculate the median of the given distribution.

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Question 1.
(a) 𝑓(𝑥) = 2𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 − 𝑘𝑥 + 5
𝑓(2) = 2 × 23 + 3 × 22 − 𝑘 × 2 + 5 M1 (Substitution)
16 + 12 − 2𝑘 + 5 = 7 M1 (equated to 7)
33 − 2𝑘 = 7
∴ 2𝑘 = 33 − 7
2𝑘 = 26
∴ 𝑘 = 13 A1
2
(b) A = 9A + mI
2 0 2 0 2 0 1 0
[ ][ ] = 9[ ]+𝑚[ ]
−1 7 −1 7 −1 7 0 1
2 × 2 + 0 × −1 2×0+0×7 18 0 𝑚 0
[ ]=[ ]+[ ]
−1 × 2 + 7 × −1 −1 × 0 + 7 × 7 −9 63 0 𝑚
4 0 18 + 𝑚 0
[ ]=[ ] M1 (Product A2 or 9A)
−9 49 −9 63 + 𝑚
∴ 18 + 𝑚 = 4 M1
Or m = –18 + 4
m = -14 A1
Or
63 + m = 49
m = 49 – 63
m = –14
(c) 𝑥̅ = 68 (given)
45 + 52 + 60 + 𝑥 + 69 + 70 + 26 + 81 + 94
= 68 M1
9
497 + 𝑥
= 68
9
𝑥 = 115 A1
26, 45, 52, 60, 69, 70, 81, 94, 115.
(9+1)𝑡ℎ 𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑚
Median= = 5𝑡ℎ 𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑚 = 69 𝐵1
2

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Question 2

(a) 1 [3]
The slope of a line joining P(6, k) and Q(1-3k, 3) is 2. Find

(i) k
(ii) Midpoint of PQ, using the value of ‘k’ found in (i).
(b) Without using trigonometrical tables, evaluate: [4]
𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 57ᵒ − 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 33ᵒ + 𝑐𝑜𝑠44ᵒ𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐46° − √2𝑐𝑜𝑠45° − 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 60°
(c) A certain number of metallic cones, each of radius 2 cm and height 3 cm are melted [3]
and recast into a solid sphere of radius 6cm. Find the number of cones.

Comments of Examiners
Suggestions for teachers
(a) Candidates used incorrect formula of slope:
𝑥2 −𝑥1 𝑦 −𝑦  Revision of different types of sums
instead of 𝑥2−𝑥1 and hence were unable to
𝑦 −𝑦2 1 2 1 related with slope, mid-point,
find the correct value of k. Some candidates distance formula is necessary to
found −𝑘 = 11 but failed to identify 𝑘 = −11. overcome such errors. Visual aids
(b) Errors in application of complementary angles could also be helpful for retention of
is very common among candidates. Some wrote such concepts.
𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 57° = 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 (90° − 57°) instead of  Thorough practice of complementary
𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 (90° − 33°) or 𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 (90° − 57°) etc. angles and their properties is
Candidates applied incorrect values for tan 60°, necessary. Further errors in values of
cos 45°. Some applied complementary angles special angles e.g.,
directly without showing any working, hence 0°, 30°, 45°60°𝑎𝑛𝑑 90° may be
lost marks. avoided by teaching them methods to
deduce the values. Students must be
(c) Many candidates used incorrect formula for made aware that all essential steps of
volume of cone and sphere. Some made working must be shown.
mistakes in calculation. e.g. cosec 57° must not be directly
written as sec 33°

 Students need additional practice

with mensuration formula. To avoid
calculation errors students must be
encouraged to find the number of
cones by forming an equation
without finding the volume of cone
and sphere separately, e.g., 𝑛 =
4ൗ 𝜋𝑅 3 4𝑅 3
3
1 =
𝜋𝑟 2 ℎ 𝑟2ℎ
3

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MARKING SCHEME
Question 2.
(a) Correct substitution in slope formula or mid-point formula →M1
P(6, k) and Q(1 – 3k, 3)
1 3−𝑘
𝑚= =
2 1 − 3𝑘 − 6
−3𝑘 − 5 = 6 − 2𝑘
 k = –11 A1
Points are (6, –11) and (34, 3)
40 −8
Midpoint of PQ = ( , ) = (20, −4) A1
2 2
(b) 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐2 57ᵒ − 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 33ᵒ + 𝑐𝑜𝑠44ᵒ𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐46° − √2𝑐𝑜𝑠45° − tan2 60𝑜
2
𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐2 (90ᵒ − 33ᵒ) − 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 33ᵒ + cos(90ᵒ − 46ᵒ) 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐46° − √2𝑐𝑜𝑠45° − (√3)
Any one complementary angle correct M1
1
(𝑠𝑒𝑐2 33ᵒ − 𝑡𝑎𝑛2 33ᵒ) + 𝑠𝑖𝑛46ᵒ𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐46° − √2 −3
√2
Any one value correct M1
1 + 1 – 1 – 3 = –2 A1
(c) Volume of the ‘n’ cones = vol. of sphere
1
∴𝑛× × 𝜋 × 22 × 3 M1
3
4
= × 𝜋 × 63 M1
3
4 × 63
∴𝑛= 2 = 72 A1
2 ×3
∴ 72 cones

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Question 3

(a) Solve the following inequation, write the solution set and represent it on the number [3]
line.
𝑥+1
−3(𝑥 − 7) ≥ 15 − 7𝑥 > ,𝑥 ∈ 𝑅
3
(b) In the figure given below, AD is a diameter. O is the center of the circle. AD is [4]
parallel to BC and  CBD = 320. Find:
(i) OBD
(ii) AOB
(iii) BED.

(c) If (𝟑𝒂 + 𝟐𝒃): (𝟓𝒂 + 𝟑𝒃) = 𝟏𝟖: 𝟐𝟗. Find a : b. [3]

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates committed errors while transposing
Suggestions for teachers
like terms on to the same side. Errors were mostly sign
error e.g., −22𝑥 > − 44 ∴ 𝑥 > 2 instead of writing  To get the full credit in solving
𝑥 < 2. Other common errors were inequation all the 4 given points are
essential and must be followed.
(i) Candidates did not represent solution in set form; Furthermore extensive drilling is
(ii) Arrow marks not drawn on both ends of the necessary related to concepts of
number line positive and negative signs.
 Thorough practice of all properties of
(iii) Number line did not have extra digits marked
a circle is necessary. Students must
beyond the solution set;
be advised to give reasons supporting
(iv) −1.5 was not located on the number line their results of all geometry
(b) Candidates lost marks in the question for not giving problems. Some students need to be
reasons supporting their answers. Some were unable guided how to name an angle
to identify angle ABD to be equal to 90°. correctly.
 Concepts of ratio and proportion
(c) Some candidates were not aware about the basic needs to be thoroughly explained and
3𝑎+2𝑏 18 must be made clear why it is not
concepts of ratio and proportion, e.g., 5𝑎+3𝑏 = 29
possible to equate directly. Students
3𝑎 + 2𝑏 = 18 must be advised to read the question
was written as which should have been
5𝑎 + 3𝑏 = 29 carefully and write answers in the
3𝑎 + 2𝑏 = 18𝑘 form required.
where k is any constant≠ 0.
5𝑎 + 3𝑏 = 29𝑘
4
Answer 𝑎: 𝑏 wass written as 3 instead of 4:3.
MARKING SCHEME
Question 3.
(a) 𝑥+1
−3𝑥 + 21 ≥ 15 − 7𝑥 , 15 − 7𝑥 >
3

−3𝑥 + 7𝑥 ≥ 15 − 21 , 45 − 21𝑥 > 𝑥 + 1

4𝑥 ≥ −6 M1 −21𝑥 − 𝑥 > 1 − 45
6
𝑥 ≥ −4 ( any one) −22𝑥 > −44
𝑥 ≥ −1.5 𝑥<2
{𝑥: −1.5 ≤ 𝑥 < 2, 𝑥 ∈ 𝑅} A1

A1
-2 -1.5 -1 0 1 2 3 𝐴1

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(b)  ADB =  DBC =
= 320 (alternate interior angles are equal ) B1
OBD = ODB = 32o (∵ OA = OB = OD) B1 E
 AOB= 2 x 320 (angle at centre= 2x angle subtended
= 640 by the same arc at circumference) O
A D
B1
 ABD = 900 (angle in a semicircle is 900)
 BAD= 180 – (90 + 32)( sum of the angles in a Δ) 320
= 580 B1 B C

 BED =  BAD = 580 (angles in the same segment

are equal)
( ow -1 if at least 2 correct reasons are not written)
(c) (3𝑎 + 2𝑏) 18
=
(5𝑎 + 3𝑏) 29
29(3𝑎 + 2𝑏) = 18(5𝑎 + 3𝑏) M1
87𝑎 + 58𝑏 = 90𝑎 + 54𝑏
3𝑎 = 4𝑏 M1
∴ 𝑎: 𝑏 = 4: 3 A1

Question 4

(a) A game of numbers has cards marked with 11, 12, 13, ….. , 40. A card is drawn at [3]
random. Find the Probability that the number on the card drawn is:

(i) A perfect square

(ii) Divisible by 7
(b) Use graph paper for this question. [4]

(Take 2 cm = 1 unit along both x and y axis.)

Plot the points O (0, 0), A (–4, 4), B (–3, 0) and C (0, –3)

(i) Reflect points A and B on the y axis and name them A' and B' respectively. Write
down their coordinates.

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 (ii) Name the figure OABCB'A'.

(iii) State the line of symmetry of this figure.

(c) Mr. Lalit invested ₹5000 at a certain rate of interest, compounded annually for two [3]
years. At the end of first year it amounts to ₹5325. Calculate
(i) The rate of interest.
(ii) The amount at the end of second year, to the nearest rupee.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Common errors of candidates:
Suggestions for teachers
(i) They did not list the total outcomes and the
 Insist on students to list the total and
favourable outcomes
the favourable outcomes. They must
(ii) some listed the numbers from 1 to 40 whereas it be advised to write all answers based
should have been 11 to 40. on probability in the simplest form.
(iii) Answer to the result was not written in the  Extensive practice is necessary to
4 2 plotting points, choosing coordinate
simplest form, e.g., 30 was not written as 15. axes, reflection and formation of
(b) Some candidates committed errors in plotting points figures of different shapes. Students
B and C which led to an incorrect figure. Some got must be advised to read the question
confused with the images of A and B. Candidates carefully and choose the correct scale
who did not complete the figure were unable to name as given in the question.
it. Figure being irregular some candidates were  Regular revision is necessary for
unable to name the figure correctly and some could some students so as to correctly
not name the line of symmetry. identify amount, C.I., They must be
made aware of the basic knowledge
(c) Most candidates were comfortable with the question that in C.I., interest is paid on the
and found the rate correctly but failed to write the interest.
answer to the nearest Rupee i.e. ₹5671.125 should
have been written as ₹5671. Some took ₹ 5325 as
amount for two years and hence calculated incorrectly.

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MARKING SCHEME
Question 4.
(a) (i) n (S) = 30
E1 = {16, 25, 36}
3 1
P(E1) = = 𝐀 𝟏 𝐁𝟏 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭
30 10

(ii) E2= {14, 21, 28, 35}

4 2
P(E2 ) = = 𝐀𝟏
30 15
(b) Plotting at least 2 points correctly B1
(i) A'(4, 4), B'(3, 0) B1 (one correct)
(ii) Concave Hexagon or Hexagon (completed figure) B1
(iii) y axis or x = 0 B1

(c) (i) P = ₹ 5000 and Amount at the end of first year = ₹5325
I = 5325 – 5000 = 325 M1 (Applying correctly to find rate)
325 × 100
R = = 6.5% 𝐀𝟏
5000
5325 × 6.5
(ii) C. I for the second year = = ₹346.125
100
𝐴𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡 𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑛𝑑 𝑜𝑓 𝑡𝑤𝑜 𝑦𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑠 = 5325 + 346.125 = 5671.125
𝐴 = ₹ 5671 A1 (CAO)

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 SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this Section

Question 5

(a) Solve the quadratic equation 𝑥 2 − 3(𝑥 + 3) = 0; Give your answer correct to [3]
two significant figures.

(b) A page from the savings bank account of Mrs. Ravi is given below. [4]
Withdrawal Deposit Balance
Date Particulars
(₹`) (₹`) (₹`)
April 3rd
B/F 6000
2006
April 7th By cash 2300 8300
April 15th By cheque 3500 11800
May 20th To self 4200 7600
th
June 10 By cash 5800 13400
June 15th To self 3100 10300
August 13th By cheque 1000 11300
th
August 25 To self 7400 3900
September 6th
By cash 2000 5900
2006
She closed the account on 30th September, 2006. Calculate the interest Mrs. Ravi
earned at the end of 30th September, 2006 at 4.5% per annum interest. Hence, find
the amount she receives on closing the account.
(c) In what time will Rs.1500 yield Rs.1996.50 as compound interest at 10% per [3]
annum compounded annually?

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Candidates committed errors in simplifying the
Suggestions for teachers
equation to 𝑥 2 − 3𝑥 − 9 = 0. Some were unable
to find the value of √5 and √45 hence failed to get  Adequate practice is necessary for
the answer. simplifying quadratic equations and
getting in the form 𝑎𝑥 2 + 𝑏𝑥 + 𝑐 = 0
Most candidates wrote the answer as 4.85 and – and on approximation of numbers.
1.85 instead of rounding off to two significant Encourage students to use logarithm
figures and writing the answer as 4.9, -1.9. tables to find square roots of numbers.
(b) Candidates made mistakes in finding minimum  Basic concepts must be made clear to
balance of various months. Some took September students to avoid such errors. They
balance as ₹5900 instead of 0. The reason for this need to understand the concepts of
is not knowing that balance is zero on a particular dividing by 12 to find monthly
month when the account is opened or closed. interest. Concept of writing answers
Candidates wrote answer as 151.5, ₹6051.5, like 151.5 to two decimal places must
instead of ₹151.50, ₹6051.50. be made very clear.
 Students must be advised to solve
(c) Answered correctly by most candidates, however
sums based on C.I., Amount, finding
a few committed errors in calculations.
time and rate by simpler methods.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 5.
(a) 𝑥2 – 3(𝑥 + 3) = 0
𝑥2 − 3𝑥 − 9 = 0
−(−3) ± √(9 − 4 × 1 × −9)
𝑥= 𝑀1
2×1
3 ± √(9 + 36) 3 ± √45 3 ± 3√5
𝑥= ⇒ ⇒
2 2 2
3 ± 3 × 2.236 3 ± 6.708
𝑥= ⇒ 𝑀1
2 2
9.708 −3.708
𝑥= , 𝑥= , 𝑥 = 4.854, 𝑥 = −1.854
2 2

𝑥 = 4.85, 𝑥 = −1.85 , 𝑥 = 4.9, 𝑥 = −1.9 𝑨𝟏

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(b) Month Minimum balance
April 8300
May 7600
June 10300
July 10300
August 3900
Sept. 0
Total P= 40400
M1 (any 3 minimum balance correct)
40400 1 4.5
S. I. =   M1
12 100
= `151.50 A1
Amount Mrs. Ravi receives
= ₹ (5900 + 151.50)
= ₹ 6051.50 A1
(c) 10 𝑛
1996.50 = 1500 (1 + ) M1 correct sub in correct formula
100
11 3 11 𝑛
( ) =( ) M1 Simplification.
10 10
n = 3 years A1

Question 6
(a) Construct a regular hexagon of side 5 cm. Hence construct all its lines of symmetry [3]
and name them.
(b) In the given figure PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral PQ and SR produced meet at T. [4]
(i) Prove TPS  TRQ.
(ii) Find SP if TP = 18cm, RQ = 4 cm and TR = 6cm.
(iii) Find area of quadrilateral PQRS if area of PTS = 27 cm2.
S

T
P Q

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 (c) 4 sin 30ᵒ cos0ᵒ 4 [3]
Given matrix A = [ ] and B = [ ]
cos 0 ᵒ 4 sin 30 ᵒ 5
If AX =B
(i) Write the order of matrix X.
(ii) Find the matrix ‘X’.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Candidates lost marks in the question for not
Suggestions for teachers
constructing a hexagon using a ruler and compass.
To construct the lines of symmetry candidates  To avoid errors in construction, insist
failed to use the steps of construction of students to use a ruler and compass
perpendicular bisector of side and bisector of an with all traces of construction clearly
angle. shown.
 Sufficient practice of similar
(b) Some candidates were unable to identify two pairs
triangles is necessary for students.
of equal angles so as to prove ∆𝑇𝑃𝑄~∆𝑇𝑅𝑆.
They must be taught to write the
𝑆𝑃 𝑇𝑆 corresponding proportional sides and
Many candidates managed to write ratio 𝑄𝑅 = 𝑇𝑄
area of similar triangles being
correctly and find SP=12cm, but knowledge of
proportional to the square of the
ratio of area of similar triangles was not clear, ∆𝑇𝑃𝑆 𝑇𝑃²
hence they could not find the Area of sides i.e. ∆𝑇𝑅𝑄 = 𝑇𝑅²
𝑄𝑢𝑎𝑑 𝑃𝑄𝑅𝑆.  Students need to have a sound
(c) Some candidates made mistakes in substituting knowledge of standard angles.
values of sin 30° , cos 0° which led to errors in Concept of identifying order of
2 1 matrix needs more revision.
getting 𝐴 = [ ]. Those candidates who got
1 2
the incorrect value of A could not find the values
of a and b.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 6.
(a) Cosntruction of one side one angle M1
Hexagon A1
Lines of symmetry any 2 (one side one angle) B1

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(b) (i) In TPS and TRQ
TQP = TSP (ext. angle of a cyclic quad. = interior opposite angle)
TRQ = TPS (ext. angle of a cyclic quad. = interior opposite angle)
T common to both S
 TPQ  TRQ (AAA) B1 R
(ii) TPS  TRQ
𝑆𝑃 𝑇𝑆 𝑇𝑃
= = P Q T
𝑄𝑅 𝑇𝑄 𝑇𝑅
𝑆𝑃 18 18
Or = ∴ 𝑆𝑃 = × 4 = 12 cm 𝐀𝟏
4 6 6
(iii) TPS  TRQ
∆𝑇𝑃𝑆 𝑇𝑃2 182
= = 2 𝐌𝟏 (𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐨𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝)
∆𝑇𝑅𝑄 𝑇𝑅 2 6
18 2
= ( ) = 32 = 9
6
27
=9
∆𝑇𝑅𝑄
27
∴ ∆𝑇𝑅𝑄 = = 3cm2
9
quad PQRS = 27 – 3 = 24 cm2 A1

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(c) (i) A = [4sin 30ᵒ cos0ᵒ ]
cos 0 ᵒ 4 sin 30 ᵒ
1
4×2 1 2 1
A = [ 1] =[ ]
1 4×2 1 2

(2 × 2)(2 × 1) = (2 × 1)
∴ 𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑜𝑓 𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑟𝑖 𝑋 𝑖𝑠 (2 × 1) B1
𝑎
(ii) Let X = [ ]
𝑏
2 1 𝑎 4
[ ][ ] = [ ]
1 2 𝑏 5
2𝑎 + 𝑏 4
[ ]=[ ]
𝑎 + 2𝑏 5
2𝑎+𝑏 =4 M1 Any one method.
𝑎+2𝑏 =5
𝑎 = 1, 𝑏 = 2
1
∴𝑋= [ ] A1
2

Question 7
(a) An aeroplane at an altitude of 1500 meters finds that two ships are sailing towards [4]
it in the same direction. The angles of depression as observed from the aeroplane
are 45o and 30o respectively. Find the distance between the two ships.
(b) The table shows the distribution of the scores obtained by 160 shooters in a [6]
shooting competition. Use a graph sheet and draw an ogive for the distribution.
(Take 2cm = 10 scores on the X axis and 2cm = 20 shooters on the Y-axis).
Scores 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 90-100
No. of
9 13 20 26 30 22 15 10 8 7
shooters

Use your graph to estimate the following:

(i) The median.
(ii) The interquartile range.
(iii) The number of shooters who obtained a score of more than 85%.

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 Comments of Examiners
(a) Most candidates were unable to draw the diagram
Suggestions for teachers
as per the given data and lost marks. Some
candidates made calculation errors while solving  Advise students that all rounding off
the sum. Some took √3 = 1.73 instead of 1.732; must be done at the end while
hence final answer turned out to be 1095 instead of calculating the final answer. More
1098. drilling is necessary for problems of
heights and distances, especially
(b) Candidates made errors in this question at different where the diagram needs to be
stages such as: drawn.
(i) errors in finding cf;  Students need to be taught the
method of cross checking the cf
(ii) incorrect scale chosen;
found. They must read the question
(iii) error in finding 𝑄1and 𝑄3 ; carefully so that they do not miss out
(iv) some plotted points with respect to lower the condition given, e.g., scale for
boundaries instead of upper boundaries; graph. Students must also be
explained that Ogive is a free hand
(v) some failed to drop perpendiculars to locate smooth curve and is not drawn on the
median, quartiles etc. graph with a ruler.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 7.
(a) A
30o 45o
In ABC AB = BC = 1500
1500
From ABD
1500
tan30° = 𝐌𝟏 𝐁𝟏
1500 + 𝑥
1 1500 D
 = (𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑣𝑎𝑙𝑢𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑡𝑎𝑛30 𝑜𝑟 𝑡𝑎𝑛45) 𝐁𝟏
√3 1500 + 𝑥
1500 + 𝑥 = 1500√3, 𝑥 = 1500(√3 − 1) = 1500 × (1.732 − 1)
= 1500 × .732 = 1098𝑚 A1
(b) c.f: 9,22,42,68, 98, 120, 135, 145, 153, 160 B1 (first 6 correct)
( For smooth S curve plotted with upper boundaries) B1
th
N
Median = term. = 80th term = 44 (  1) A1
2

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 N
Q1 = th term= 40th term = 29.5 (  1) A1 (any one correct)
4
3N
Q3 = th term = 120th term = 60
4
Interquartile range = Q3 – Q1 =60-29.5= 30.5 (  1 ) A1
No. of shooters who obtained a score of more than 85% = 10 A1

Question 8
(a) 𝑥 𝑦 𝑧 𝑥3 𝑦3 𝑧3 3𝑥𝑦𝑧 [3]
If = = show that 3
+ 3
+ =
𝑎 𝑏 𝑐 𝑎 𝑏 𝑐3 𝑎𝑏𝑐
(b) Draw a line AB = 5 cm. Mark a point C on AB such that AC = 3 cm. Using a ruler [4]
and a compass only, construct:
(i) A circle of radius 2.5 cm, passing through A and C.
(ii) Construct two tangents to the circle from the external point B. Measure and
record the length of the tangents.

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 (c) A line AB meets X-axis at A and Y- axis at B. P(4, -1) divides AB in the ratio 1:2. [3]
(i) Find the coordinates of A and B.
(ii) Find the equation of the line through P and perpendicular to AB.
Y
A
X
O
P(4,-1)
B

Comments of Examiners
(a) Few candidates were unable to solve the problem
Suggestions for teachers
due to inadequate concepts of Ratio and
Proportion.  Students must be taught that, to prove
an identity one must start with either
Some made mistakes by taking LCM and working
LHS or RHS and not both.
with both RHS and LHS simultaneously.
simultaneously. Sufficient practice is
In general, question was solved correctly by most required to simplify algebraic
𝑥 𝑦 𝑧
candidates who took 𝑎 = 𝑏 = 𝑐 = 𝑘. expression.
 Expose students to different types of
(b) Some candidates made errors in locating point C. construction based on properties of
Some committed errors in locating the centre of chord, tangents, loci. Students must
the circle through A and C. Candidates were be instructed that all traces of
unable to use chord properties as well as tangent construction must be clearly shown.
properties.  Students require drilling in basic
(c) Candidates made errors in applying the correct concepts like y-coordinate on x-axis
section formula. Some candidates failed to and x-coordinate on y-axis is 0.
identify points on coordinate axes A and B as (x,0) Special attention must be given to
and (0,y). find an equation of a line
perpendicular to a given line and
Some candidates found A and B correctly but were passing through a give point.
not able to use the perpendicular condition 𝑚1 ×
𝑚2 = −1 and hence were unable to find the
equation of the line through P perpendicular to
AB.

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MARKING SCHEME
Question 8.
(a) 𝑥 𝑦 𝑧
Let = = = 𝑘
𝑎 𝑏 𝑐
∴ 𝑥 = 𝑎𝑘, 𝑦 = 𝑏𝑘, 𝑧 = 𝑐𝑘 M1
𝑎3 𝑘 3 𝑏 3 𝑘 3 𝑐 3 𝑘 3
𝐿𝐻𝑆 + 3 + 3 = 3𝑘 3 𝐌𝟏
𝑎3 𝑏 𝑐
𝑥 𝑦 𝑧 3𝑥𝑦𝑧
=3× × × = = 𝑅𝐻𝑆 𝐀𝟏
𝑎 𝑏 𝑐 𝑎𝑏𝑐
3 × 𝑎𝑘 × 𝑏𝑘 × 𝑐𝑘
𝑅𝐻𝑆 = = 3𝑘 3 (or by taking RHS and proving)
𝑎𝑏𝑐
∴ 𝐿𝐻𝑆 = 𝑅𝐻𝑆
(b) Construction of perpendicular bisector of AC M1
Construction of correct circle A1
Construction of arcs/circle on OB as diameter M1
BT = BT’ = 3.1 cm A1  1

(c) Let A ( x,0) , B(0, y)

2x  1 0
4= Y
2 1
M1 (any one correct) A
O X
2  0  1 y
-1= P(4,-1)
2 1
B

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 x= 6, y= -3
A(6, 0) , B(0, -3) A1 (any one correct)
30 1
Slope of AB = =
06 2
Slope of the line  to AB= -2
Equation of line through P and  to AB=
y + 1 = -2(x-4)
2x + y = 7 A1

Question 9
(a) A dealer buys an article at a discount of 30% from the wholesaler, the marked price [3]
being ₹6,000. The dealer sells it to a shopkeeper at a discount of 10% on the marked
price. If the rate of VAT is 6%, find
(i) The price paid by the shopkeeper including the tax.
(ii) The VAT paid by the dealer.
(b) The given figure represents a kite with a circular and a semicircular motifs stuck [4]
on it. The radius of circle is 2.5 cm and the semicircle is 2 cm. If diagonals AC and
BD are of lengths 12 cm and 8 cm respectively, find the area of the:
(i) shaded part. Give your answer correct to the nearest whole number.
(ii) unshaded part.

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 (c) A model of a ship is made to a scale 1 : 300 [3]
(i) The length of the model of the ship is 2 m. Calculate the length of the ship.
(ii) The area of the deck ship is 180, 000 m2. Calculate the area of the deck of the
model.
(iii) The volume of the model is 6.5 m3. Calculate the volume of the ship.

Comments of Examiners
(a)Calculation errors was observed. Some candidates
Suggestions for teachers
found the discounted price but were unable to find
the VAT paid by dealer. While finding the net price  It is necessary to practice more sums
for the shopkeeper some candidates subtracted ₹324 on VAT so as to be able to identify
from 5400 instead of adding the two. the requirement of a given question.
Due importance must be given to
(b) Most candidates managed to find the area of the
MP, CP, and SP.
circle and semi-circle but could not find the area of
1 1  Students must be made to understand
the kite using 2 (𝐴𝐶 × 𝐷𝑂) + 2 (𝐴𝐶 × 𝐵𝑂) = how knowledge of one formula may
1 be used in another. Like applying the
(𝐴𝐶 × 𝐵𝐷). Some candidates used the incorrect
2
area of a triangle to find the area of a
formula for circle hence were incorrect from the 22
initial step. Answer to area of shaded part was not Kite. Advise them to use 𝜋 = if
7
rounded to the nearest whole number as stated in the not mentioned in the question as it
question. helps in the working. It is essential
(c)Some candidates were not clear about for students to read questions
proportionality condition and corresponding scale carefully so as to avoid missing out
on important parts.
factor 𝑘, 𝑘 2 , 𝑘 3 for length, area and volume
 Drilling of problems related to scale
respectively. Most could find the length but some
factor could help in solving such
were unable to find area and volume.
problems related to models and
maps.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 9.
(a) (i) M R P = ₹ 6000
70
Cost of article for the dealer = × 6000 = ₹ 4200 𝐌𝟏 (any one)
100
90
Cost of article for the shopkeeper = × 6000 = ₹ 5400
100
6
Tax to be paid by the shopkeeper = × 5400 = ₹ 324
100
Net price for the shopkeeper = ₹ (5400 + 324) = ₹ 5724 A1

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 (ii) Value added by the dealer = ₹ (5400 - 4200) = ₹ 1200
∴ 𝑉𝐴𝑇 𝑝𝑎𝑖𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑑𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑟 = 6% 𝑜𝑓 ₹1200 = ₹ 72 A1
(b) (i) Area of the shaded part
22
= 𝜋 × ( 2 + 2.52 ) M1 (Any one correct substitution of area)
22
= (2 + 6.25)
7
22
= × 8.25 𝐌𝟏 (𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚)
7
= 25.929 = 26 𝑐𝑚2 A1 (CAO)
1 1 1
(ii) Area of kite = (𝐴𝐶 × 𝐷𝑂) + (𝐴𝐶 × 𝐵𝑂) = 𝐴𝐶 × 𝐵𝐷
2 2 2
1
× 12 × 8 = 48
2
Area of unshaded part
= 48 − 26 = 22 𝑐𝑚2 A1
(c)
length of mod el 1

300
length of ship

area of deck mod el 1 2

( )
300
actual area

volume of mod el 1 3
( )
300
volume of ship
Length of ship = 300 x 2 = 600 m B1
1 2
Area of deck of model = 180,000 x ( ) = 2 m2 B1
300
Volume of ship = (300)3 x 6.5 = 175, 500,000 m3 B1

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Question 10

(a) Mohan has a recurring deposit account in a bank for 2 years at 6 % p.a. simple [3]
interest. If he gets ` 1200 as interest at the time of maturity, find:
(i) the monthly instalment
(ii) the amount of maturity.
(b) The histogram below represents the scores obtained by 25 students in a [4]
Mathematics mental test. Use the data to:
(i) Frame a frequency distribution table.
(ii) To calculate mean.
(iii) To determine the Modal class.

(c) A bus covers a distance of 240 km at a uniform speed. Due to heavy rain its speed [3]
gets reduced by 10 km/h and as such it takes two hrs longer to cover the total
distance. Assuming the uniform speed to be ‘x’ km/h, form an equation and solve
it to evaluate ‘x’.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates took the monthly instalment of Suggestions for teachers
𝑃 = ₹1200 instead of taking interest as ₹1200 and  Students must be trained to solve
hence got incorrect results. Some other common errors more application based problems
was in taking time as 2 years or 12 months instead of related to recurring deposit account.
24 months. Insist that the first and foremost step
(b) Many candidates committed calculation errors in is to identify the given data.
finding the mean with some unable to find the class  Students must be made clear about
mark. Some made mistakes in finding ∑ 𝑓𝑥 , ∑ 𝑓. class marks of a given distribution.
Some candidates went on to draw the histogram to find Train them to draw graphs as well as
the modal class instead of using the table formed by to collect data from a given graph.
using the given graph.  It is necessary to make the concept
240 240
(c) Some candidates framed the equation incorrectly very clear that 𝑥−10 > 𝑥 Extensive
240 240 240 240
− 𝑥 = 2 was taken as 𝑥 − 𝑥−10 = 2. Hence drilling is necessary for students to
𝑥−10
wrote incorrect answers. formulate quadratic equations

MARKING SCHEME
Question 10.
(a)
p n (n  1) 1 R
S.I. =  
2 12 100
p  24  25 1 6
1200 =   M1
2 12 100
Monthly instalment p= `800 A1
Maturity value = p x n + S.I. = 800x24 + 1200 = `20400 A1
(b)
CI f x A=25 Fd
D=x–A
0 – 10 2 5 –20 –40
10 – 20 5 15 –10 –50
20 – 30 8 25 0 0
30 – 40 4 35 10 40
40 – 50 6 45 20 120
25 70

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 70
Mean = 25 + 25
= 25 + 2.8 = 27.8
Any 3 CI vs f correct M1
Substituting in correct formula M1 (any method)
Mean = 27.8 A1
Modal class 20 – 30 B1
(c) Let the uniform speed be ‘x’ km/h
240
Time taken with uniform speed = ℎ𝑟𝑠 𝐁𝟏 (𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞)
𝑥
240
Time taken with reduced speed = ℎ𝑟𝑠
𝑥 − 10
240 240
Given, − = 2 ℎ𝑟𝑠 𝐌𝟏
𝑥 − 10 𝑥
𝑥 2 − 10 𝑥 − 1200 = 0
(x - 40)(x + 30)= 0
x = 40 km/h A1

Question 11

(a) cos 𝐴 [3]

Prove that + 𝑡𝑎𝑛𝐴 = 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝐴 .
1+𝑠𝑖𝑛𝐴

(b) Use ruler and compasses only for the following question. All construction lines [4]
and arcs must be clearly shown.
(i) Construct a ∆ ABC in which BC= 6.5 cm, ABC = 60o, AB= 5cm .
(ii) Construct the locus of points at a distance of 3.5 cm from A.
(iii) Construct the locus of points equidistant from AC and BC.
(iv) Mark 2 points X and Y which are at a distance of 3.5cm from A and also
equidistant from AC and BC. Measure XY.
(c) Ashok invested ` 26,400 on 12%, `25 shares of a company. If he receives a [3]
dividend of `2,475, find the:
(i) number of shares he bought
(ii) Market value of each share

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates tried to prove the identity by getting Suggestions for teachers
cos 𝐴
tan 𝐴 to the RHS i.e. 1+sin 𝐴 = sec 𝐴 − tan 𝐴.  Students must be advised not to
Some made mistakes while taking 1 + change the form of a given identity.
Adequate practice of identities are
sin 𝐴 𝑎𝑠 LCM.
A common error found was in simplification necessary to avoid such errors in
(b) Basic concept of locus was not known to some simplification.
 Insist on students to draw a rough
candidates. Some were unable to trace out:
(i) locus of points at a distance of 3.5cm from A which sketch of diagram indicating all
is a circle with centre at A and radius 3.5cm; given measurements to avoid errors
(ii) locus of the points equidistant from AC and BC while constructing. Students must be
advised to read the question carefully
being bisector of ∠𝐶. Some candidates took
and do the construction stepwise.
incorrect measurements to draw the triangle.
 Problems related to shares and
(c) Candidates made calculation errors. Some took
dividends need special attention and
₹ 2475 as sum invested and hence number of
repeated practice so as to be able to
shares calculated was incorrect. Some candidates
solve different types of problems
took 25 as MV and tried to get the number of shares
correctly. Students must be
by dividing ₹ 26400 by ₹25 instead of ₹825.
instructed to first identify the given
data and note them down.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 11.
(a) cos A
 tan A  sec A
1  sin A
cos A sin A cos2 A  sin A(1  sin A)
LHS    M
1  sin A cos A cos A(1  sin A)
1
cos2 A  sin 2A  sin A M

cos A(1  sin A) 1!
1  sin A
 M1 (identifying sin2A+cos2A=1)
cos A(1  sin A)
1
  sec A A1
cos A
=RHS

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(b)

Construction of Δ ABC B1
Drawing circle with centre A and radius 3.5 cm M1
Constructing the bisector of angle C M1
Locating the points X and Y
XY = 5.2cm (  0.2cm ) A1
(c) 12
Annual income from 1 share = 100 × 25 = ₹3 M1
Total annual income = ₹2475
𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒 2475
Number of shares bought = = = 825 𝐀𝟏
𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑒 3
𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑖𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 26400
Market value of each share = = = ₹32 𝐀𝟏
𝑁𝑜. 𝑜𝑓 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑒𝑠 825

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Topics/ Concepts found difficult

(i) VAT
(ii) Shares and Dividend
(iii) Geometry solving problems using properties of circle and similar triangles
(iv) Geometry Constructions
(v) Coordinate geometry: Section formula
(vi) Trigonometry, complementary angles and Heights and Distances.
(vii) Properties of Ratio and Proportion.
(viii) Approximation: to given significant figures or to nearest whole number.

Suggestions for Students:

 Reading time must be utilised to make the right choice of question and to be thorough with the given
data.
 More practice is necessary in rounding off of numbers.
 Must choose the correct scale while drawing graphs and special care must be taken while marking the
axes and plotting points.
 Logarithm tables may be used to find square roots.
 All steps of working including rough works must be clearly shown on same answer page.
 While solving geometry problems reasons must be given.
 All traces of constructions must be clearly shown.

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 ICSE QUESTION PAPER (2014)
MATHEMATICS
(Two hours and a half)
Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.

You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.

This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.

The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questionsfrom Section B.
All working, including rough work, must be clearly shown and must be done on the sam,
sheet as the rest· of the answer.
Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.
The intended marks for questions or parts ofquestions are given in brackets {].
Mathematical tables are provid�d.

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.
Question 1
(a) Ranbir borrows� 20,000 at 12% per annum compound interest. If he repays
� 8400 at the end of the first year and� 9680 at the end of the second year,
find the amount of foan outstanding at the beginning of the third year. [

t
(b) Find the values of x , which satisfy the inequation
-2¾ <½ - 2
:'.S 2, x f,W. Graph the solution set on the number line.

(c) A die has 6 faces marked by the given numbers as shown below:

� 00EJ�0
The die is thrown once. What is the probability of getting
(i) a positive integer.
(ii) an ,integer greater than -3.
(iii) the smallest integer.
Question 2

(a) Find x, y if [- 2 o] [-JJ [-2] [y],

3 1 2x +
3
1
= 2
·
3
(b) Shahrukh opened a Recurring Deposit Account in a bank and deposited f800
per month for 1 ½ years. lfhe received flS,084 at the time ofmaturity, find the
rate ofinterest per annum.
Calculate the ratio in which the line joi�ing A(-4, 2) and B(J, 6) is divided by
point P(x, 3). Also find (i) x (ii) Length ofAP.

Question 3
(a) Without using trigonometric tables, evaluate
sih2 34°+sin ·2 56 °+2 tan 18 ° tan 72° - cot2 30° �

(b) Using the Remainder and Factor Theorem, factorise the following polynomial:
x3 +10 x2 -37x+26.

(c) In the figure given below, ABCD is a rectangle. AB = 14cm, BC = 7cm.

From the rectangle, a quarter circle BFEC and a semicircle DGE are removed.
Calculate the area ofthe remaining piece ofthe rectangle.( Take 1t = 22/7)

A B

D E C

Question 4
(a) The numbers 6, 8, lO, 12, 13, and x are arranged in an ascending order.•
Ifthe mean of the observations is equal.to the median, find the value ofx.
(b) In the figure, L DBC= 58° . BD is a diameter of the circle. Calculate:

(i) LBDC A
(ii) LBEC
(iii) L. BAC

E
(c) Use graph paper to answer the following questions. (Take 2cm = 1 unit on
both axis)
(i) Plot the points A( - 4, 2) and 8(2, 4).
(ii) A' is the image of A when reflected in the y-axis. Plot it on the graph
paper and write the coordinates of A'.
(iii) B' is the image of B when reflected in the line AA'. Write the
coordinates of B' . ·
(iv) Write the geometric nanie of the figure ABA'B'.
(v) Name a line of symmetry of the figure formed.

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questionsfrom this Section

Question 5
(a) A shopkeeper bought a washing machine at a discount of 20% from a
wholesaler, the printed price of the washing machine being �18,000. The
shopkeeper sells it to a consumer at a discount of 10% on the printed price. If
the rate of sales tax is 8%, find:
(i) the VAT paid by the shopkeeper.
(ii) the total amount that the consumer pays for the washing machine.
 x 2 +y 2 17
(b) If x , 2 - , then find the value of:
· -y 8
(i) x :y
x 3 +y 3
(ii)
x 3 -y 3
(c) In L'iABC, L. ABC = L. DAC. AB = 8cm, AC = 4cm, AD = 5cm.
(i) Prove that L'iACD is similar to ti BCA A
(ii) Find BC and CD
(iii) Find area of L'iACD : area of L'iABC

B------'--------�
D C
Question 6

(a) Find the value of 'a' for which the following points A(a, 3), B (2, 1) and C(5, a)
· are collinear. Hence find the equation of the line:
(b) Salman invests a sum of money in � 50 shares, paying 15% dividend quoted
at 20% premium. If his annual dividend is � 600, calculate:
(i) the number of shares he bought.
(ii) his total investment.
(iii) the rate of return on his investment.
(c) The surface area of a solid metallic sphere is 2464 cm2. It is melted and recast
into solid right circular cones of radius 3.5cm and height 7cm. Calculate:
(i) the radius of the sphere.
. (ii) the number of cones recast. (Take 1t = 22/7)

Questio�y r
(a) Calculate the mean of the distribution given below using the short cut method.
Mar�s 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80
No.of 2 16 1p 1� I9 ,7 �·

students
fi) In the figure given below, diameter_ AB and chord cu or a cuc11:: mice� ul J. • J. J.

is a tangent to the circle at T. CD= 7.8cm, PD= 5cm, PB= 4cm. Find:
(i) AB.
(ii) the length of tange�t P!-

[ 3]

(c) Let A· = [
2
l ] B
0 -2 ' .
= [-43 l ] and C = [-
-2
3 2
-1 4]
.

Find A2 + AC-5B.
[4]

y
�ion8

·
The compound interest, calcul�ted yearly, on a certain sum of money for the
second year is tl 320 and for the third year is tl 452. Calculate the rate of
interest and the original sum of money. [3

o/ Construct ab. ABC with BC= 6.5 cm, AB= 5.5 cm, AC=5 cm. Construct the
incircle of the triangle. Measure and record the radius of the incircle.
(c) (Use a graph paper for this question.) The daily pocket expenses of 200
students in a school are given below:
Pocket expenses Number of students
(int) (frequency)
0-5 10
5 - 10 14
10-15 28
15-20 42
20-25 50
25-30 30
30-35 14
35-40 12
 Draw a histogram representing the_ above distribution and estimate the mod,
from the graph.

Questi ✓
(a) If (x - 9) : (3x + 6) is the duplicate ratio of 4 : 9, find the value of x.
(b) Solve for x using the quadratic formula. Write your answer correct to tw,
significant figures. (x - 1)2 - 3x + 4 � 0.
(c) A page from the savings bank account of Priyanka is given below:
Date Particulars Amount Amount Balance I

withdrawn (t) deposited(� (t)

03/04/2006 B/F 4000.00
05/04/2006 By cash 2000.00 6000.00.
18/04/2006 By cheque 6000.00 12000.00
25/05/2006 T0 cheque 5000.00 7000.00-
30/05/2006 By cash 3000.00 · 10000.00,
20/07/2006 By self 4000.00 6000.00,
10/09/2006 ·By cash 2000.00 8000.00
19/09/2006 To cheque 1000.00 7000.00

If the interest earned by Pr�yanka for the period ending September, 2006 i
t 175, find the rate of interest.

tio n 10
� ..
two d"1g1t
. pos1t1ve .
number 1s sueh that the product of its . .1s 6 . If 9. .1
. d"1g1ts
T'
A

added to the number, the digits interchange their places. Find the number.
(b) The marks obtained by 100 students in a Mathematics test are given below:
Marks 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 (

Noof
3 7 12 17 23 14 9 6 5
students

Draw an ogive for the given distribution on a graph sheet.

Use a scale of2cm = 10 units on both axis).
 ICSE Class 10 Maths Question Paper
Solution 2018

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.
Question 1
(a) Find the value of ‘x’ and ‘y’ if: [3]

𝑥𝑥 7 6 −7 10 7
2� �+� �=� �
9 𝑦𝑦 − 5 4 5 22 15

(b) Sonia had a recurring deposit account in a bank and deposited ₹600 per month for 2½ [3]
years. If the rate of interest was 10% p.a., find the maturity value of this account.

(c) Cards bearing numbers 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20 are kept in a bag. A card is [4]
drawn at random from the bag. Find the probability of getting a card which is:

(i) a prime number.

(ii) a number divisible by 4.

(iii) a number that is a multiple of 6.

(iv) an odd number.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates made mistakes in: Suggestions for teachers
− scalar multiplication of the matrix e.g., 2(y – 5)
was written as 2y – 5 instead of 2y – 10. − Give thorough practice of basic
operations like addition,
− addition and equating corresponding elements of
multiplication of matrices and
two matrices. solving matrix equation.
(b) A number of candidates made errors in determining − Drill students with basic concepts
the qualifying principal to find the interest and in like monthly installment, qualifying
finding the maturity value. Some candidates took ‘n’ principal to find interest, and
1
as 2 2 years instead of 30 months. In calculating maturity value.
interest, some candidates took monthly installment − Advise students to read the questions
carefully. In such questions, ask
as 60 x 30 = ₹18000 instead of ₹600. For finding
them to first identify the total
matured value, some candidates added ₹600 and the outcomes of the problem.
interest. − Instruct students to express answers
(c)Many candidates considered the total outcomes as in the simplest form.
20 instead of 10. Common errors made were: − Drill students with basic concepts
(i) Some candidates did not consider ‘2’ as a prime like prime numbers, multiples of
number. numbers, etc.
(ii) In identifying multiples of 6, some left out 6.
(iii) Answers were not expressed in the simplest
form.
0
(iv)
10
was not expressed as 0.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 1
(a) 𝑥𝑥 7 6 −7 10 7
2� �+� �=� �
9 𝑦𝑦 − 5 4 5 22 15
2𝑥𝑥 14 6 −7 10 7
� �+� �=� �
18 2𝑦𝑦 − 10 4 5 22 15
2𝑥𝑥 + 6 14 − 7 10 7
� �=� �
18 + 4 2𝑦𝑦 − 10 + 5 22 15
2𝑥𝑥 + 6 7 10 7
� �=� �
22 2𝑦𝑦 − 5 22 15
∴ 2𝑥𝑥 + 6 = 10 𝑶𝑶𝑶𝑶 2𝑦𝑦 − 5 = 15
∴ 2𝑥𝑥 = 10 − 6 2𝑦𝑦 = 15 + 5
2𝑥𝑥 = 4 𝑶𝑶𝑶𝑶 2𝑦𝑦 = 20
∴ 𝑥𝑥 = 2 ∴ 𝑦𝑦 = 10
(b) 600 𝑥𝑥 30 𝑥𝑥 (30+1)
Qualifying Sum = 2

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 600 x 30 x 31 x 10
𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼 = = ₹2325
2 x 12 x 100
𝑀𝑀. 𝑉𝑉. = 600 x 30 + 2325 = ₹20325
(c) 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20
Total number of cards are 10
1
(i) Probability of getting a prime number is 10
(ii) Probability of getting a number divisible by 4:
Numbers are 4, 8, 12, 16 and 20
5 1
∴ Probability = 10 = 2
(iii) Multiples of 6 are 6, 12, 18.
3
∴ Probability = 10
(iv) No cards bear an odd number.
0
∴ Probability = 10 = 0

Question 2
(a) The circumference of the base of a cylindrical vessel is 132 cm and its height is [3]
25 cm. Find the

(i) radius of the cylinder

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(ii) volume of cylinder. (use π = )
7

(b) If (k –3), (2k + 1) and (4k + 3) are three consecutive terms of an A.P., find the [3]
value of k.

(c) PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral. Given ∠QPS = [4]

73o, ∠PQS = 55o and ∠PSR = 82o, calculate:

(i) ∠QRS

(ii) ∠RQS

(iii) ∠PRQ

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates applied incorrect formulas for
finding out the radius of the cylinder, i.e., the Suggestions for teachers
circumference of the base of the cylinder was
− Give adequate practice for
taken as πr 2 or 2πrh instead of 2πr. Also, some application of various mensuration
used incorrect formula for finding the volume of formulae to prevent students from
the cylinder. getting confused between the
(b) The concept of Arithmetic Progression was not formulae of volume and surface area
clear to many candidates. Many candidates were of solids.
unable to identify the common difference ‘d’ − Build the concept of series with
hence, failed to equate the difference between various examples followed by
generalizing the first term of the
second term and first term i.e., t 2 − t1 and third
series, the rule governing the
term and second term i.e., t 3 − t 2 to evaluate consecutive terms of the series.
‘k’. Some candidates equated second term of A.P. Thus, develop the common
equal to the sum of third term and the first term difference of an A.P. and the
i.e., t 2 = t 3 + t1 . summation of a given number of
(c) Common errors identified in many scripts were as terms of the series.
follows: − Emphasise on giving reasons
(i)Properties of circles like, angles in the same supporting each answer while
segment are equal, opposites angles of a cyclic solving geometry problems. Drill
quadrilateral are supplementary, etc. were not students in naming angles correctly.
applied correctly.
(ii)Appropriate reasons supporting the answers
were missing.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 2
(a) 2𝜋𝜋 𝑟𝑟 = 132
𝑟𝑟 = 21𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
22.21.21.25
𝑉𝑉 = 𝜋𝜋 𝑟𝑟 2 ℎ = = 34650 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐3
7

(b) (𝑘𝑘 − 3), (2𝑘𝑘 + 1), (4𝑘𝑘 + 3)

𝑘𝑘 − 3, 2𝑘𝑘 + 1, 4𝑘𝑘 + 3 in AP implies
(2𝑘𝑘 + 1) − (𝑘𝑘 − 3) = (4𝑘𝑘 + 3) − (2𝑘𝑘 + 1)
∴ 2𝑘𝑘 + 1 − 𝑘𝑘 + 3 = 4𝑘𝑘 + 3 − 2𝑘𝑘 − 1
𝑘𝑘 + 4 = 2𝑘𝑘 + 2
∴ 2𝑘𝑘 − 𝑘𝑘 = 4 − 2 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 𝑘𝑘 = 2

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 (c)

(i) ∠QRS = 180o – 73o = 107o (opposite angles of a cyclic

(ii) ∠RQS = 180 – (82o + 55o) quadrilateral are supplementary)
= 180 – 137
= 43o
(iii) ∠PSQ = 180o – (73o + 55o)
= 52o
∴∠PRQ = ∠PSQ = 52o (∠s in the same segment are equal)

Question 3
(a) If (𝑥𝑥 + 2) and (𝑥𝑥 + 3) are factors of 𝑥𝑥 3 + 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 + 𝑏𝑏, find the values of ‘a’ and ‘b’. [3]

(b) Prove that √𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 2 𝜃𝜃 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 = 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 [3]

(c) Using a graph paper draw a histogram for the given distribution showing the [4]
number of runs scored by 50 batsmen. Estimate the mode of the data:

Runs 3000- 4000- 5000- 6000- 7000- 8000- 9000-

scored 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10000

No. of
4 18 9 6 7 2 4
batsmen

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates made mistakes in substituting x
= - 2 or x = - 3 in solving the two equations
formed to find a and b. A few candidates Suggestions for teachers
substituted the factors of the given polynomial − Insist that students should strictly
correctly but failed to equate them to zero at the
follow the instructions given in all
time of calculation.
questions.
(b) In solving identities, some candidates squared
the identity either on one side or both sides − Give ample practice to solve the
before proceeding for proving the identity. problems based on Remainder and
Many candidates were unable to use identities Factor Theorem.
like sec² 𝜃𝜃 = 1 + tan² 𝜃𝜃 etc. Some solved the − Give sufficient revision of
two sides of the identity simultaneously or simultaneous equations to the
students so that they can apply the
interchanged terms from one side to the other.
concept in other topics wherever it
(c) Some common errors related to the problem is required.
were as follows: − Advise students to prove identities
− Incorrect choice of scale. with one side at a time instead of
− As the data (runs scored), was from 3000 – working with both sides together.
Adequate drilling is essential with
4000, some candidates did not put a kink to
trigonometric identities.
explain the gap between origin and the first
− Clarify the rules of plotting graphs
number. thoroughly to the students. Method
− Bars drawn by a few candidates were not of to locate mode need sufficient
equal width. practice.
− Some candidates plotted the graph with
cumulative frequency instead of frequency.
− Method of identification of Mode from
graph was incorrect.
− Many candidates took the reading from the graph as 4006 instead of 4600.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 3
(a) (x + 2) and (x + 3) factors  x3 + ax + b
f (–2) = (–2)3 + a (–2) + b f(–3) = (–3)3 + a(–3) + b
∴0 = –8 – 2a + b ⇒ –2a + b = 8 0 = –27 – 3a + b⇒ –3a + b = 27
–2a + b = 8
–3a + b = 27
+ – –
a = –19
38 + b = 8
b = –30

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(b) 𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿𝐿 = �𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 2 𝜃𝜃 = �1 + 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑛𝑛2 𝜃𝜃 + 1 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑡𝑡 2 𝜃𝜃

= �𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑛𝑛2 𝜃𝜃 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑡𝑡 2 𝜃𝜃 + 2 = �(𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐)2 = 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 = 𝑅𝑅𝑅𝑅𝑅𝑅 (Using any one
identity correctly)

(c) Mode = 4600 runs

Axis and Scale: On X axis: 2 cm = 1000 runs
On Y axis: 2 cm = 4 batsmen

Question 4
(a) Solve the following inequation, write down the solution set and represent it on the [3]
real number line:

−2 + 10𝑥𝑥 ≤ 13𝑥𝑥 + 10 < 24 + 10𝑥𝑥, 𝑥𝑥 ∈ 𝑍𝑍

(b) If the straight lines 3𝑥𝑥 − 5𝑦𝑦 = 7 and 4𝑥𝑥 + 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 + 9 = 0 are perpendicular to one [3]
another, find the value of a.

(c) Solve 𝑥𝑥 2 + 7𝑥𝑥 = 7 and give your answer correct to two decimal places. [4]

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates made errors in transposing like
terms on same side. Some candidates made Suggestions for teachers
mistakes in solving the inequation. Most of the - Give thorough practice on using
errors were pertaining to positive and negative positive and negative signs.
signs. A number of candidates did not write down − Drill thoroughly in writing the
the solution set after solving the given inequation. solution set after solving the
Representation on number line was incorrect due inequation and with representation
to the following reasons: - of the same on the number line.
-3x ≤ 12 was simplified and written as 3x ≤ -12 Familiarise students with the
instead of 3x ≥ -12. Some candidates took symbols Z, N, I, W and R.
x ∈ R instead of x ∈ Z; others drew the number − Give adequate practice in finding
line without arrows. A few candidates failed to put the slope of a line from a given
extra number on each side of solution for equation. Also drill students about
the use of conditions for slope of
indicating the continuity of the number line.
two parallel lines/ perpendicular
(b) Many candidates could not find the correct slope of lines.
the two lines. Some candidates used the − Encourage students to use
perpendicular condition 𝑚𝑚1 𝑚𝑚2 = −1 incorrectly. Mathematical tables to find square
Quite a few made calculation errors. roots of numbers.
− Rigorous drilling is necessary on
(c) Common errors made by candidates were: approximation so that candidates are
− use of incorrect formula. able to round off as required in the
− mistakes in arranging the equation in standard question.
quadratic equation form.
− mistakes in calculation.
− errors in finding square root of √77.
− not writing the answer correct up to two
decimal places or not rounding off at all.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 4
(a) −2 + 10𝑥𝑥 ≤ 13𝑥𝑥 + 10 < 24 + 10𝑥𝑥
−2 + 10𝑥𝑥 ≤ 13𝑥𝑥 + 10 13𝑥𝑥 + 10 < 24 + 10𝑥𝑥
10𝑥𝑥 − 13𝑥𝑥 ≤ 10 + 2 13𝑥𝑥 − 10𝑥𝑥 < 24 − 10
−3𝑥𝑥 ≤ 12 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 3𝑥𝑥 < 14
14
3𝑥𝑥 ≥ −12 𝑥𝑥 <
3
2
∴ 𝑥𝑥 ≥ −4 𝑥𝑥 < 4
3
Solution: {-4, -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4}

(b) 3 7 3
3𝑥𝑥 − 5𝑦𝑦 = 7 ⇒ 𝑦𝑦 = 𝑥𝑥 − ∴ 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑚𝑚1 =
5 5 5
4 9
4𝑥𝑥 + 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 + 9 = 0 ⇒ 𝑦𝑦 = − 𝑥𝑥 −
𝑎𝑎 𝑎𝑎
4
∴ 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑚𝑚2 = −
𝑎𝑎
3 4 12
∴ � � �− � = −1 ⇒ 𝑎𝑎 =
5 𝑎𝑎 5

(c) 𝑥𝑥 2 + 7𝑥𝑥 = 7 ⇒ 𝑥𝑥 2 + 7𝑥𝑥 − 7 = 0

𝑎𝑎 = 1, 𝑏𝑏 = 7, 𝑐𝑐 = −7
−𝑏𝑏 ± √𝑏𝑏 2 − 4𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 −7 ± �(−7)2 − 4 × 1 × (−7)
𝑥𝑥 = =
2𝑎𝑎 2×1
−7 ± √49 + 28 −7 ± √77
𝑥𝑥 = =
2×1 2
−7 ± 8.775
=
2
−7 + 8.775 −7 − 8.775
= ,
2 2
1.775 −15.775
,
2 2
= 0.8875, −7.8875
𝑥𝑥 = {0.89, – 7.89}
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 SECTION B (40 Marks)
Attempt any four questions from this Section

Question 5
(a) The 4th term of a G.P. is 16 and the 7th term is 128. Find the first term and [3]
common ratio of the series.
(b) A man invests ₹22,500 in ₹50 shares available at 10% discount. If the dividend [3]
paid by the company is 12%, calculate:

(i) The number of shares purchased

(ii) The annual dividend received.

(iii) The rate of return he gets on his investment. Give your answer correct to
the nearest whole number.

(c) Use graph paper for this question (Take 2 cm = 1unit along both x and y axis). [4]
ABCD is a quadrilateral whose vertices are A (2,2), B (2, –2), C (0,–1) and
D(0,1).

(i) Reflect quadrilateral ABCD on the y-axis and name it as A'B'CD.

(ii) Write down the coordinates of A' and B'.

(iii) Name two points which are invariant under the above reflection.

(iv) Name the polygon A'B'CD.

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Several candidates went wrong in calculation. Some Suggestions for teachers
candidates tried solving the problem as an A.P.
3
instead of G.P. A few candidates took √8 as +2 and − Instruct students to read the
-2 instead of only +2. Some candidates tried the sum question heedfully and analyze the
given conditions before solving the
by trial method by assuming a =2 and r =2.
problem. Give them the clear
(b) Many candidates calculated the discounted market understanding of the concept of
value incorrectly hence, annual dividend calculated common difference and common
was also incorrect. ratio so as to avoid mixing up sums
A number of candidates did not round off the yield on A.P. and G.P.
percent to the nearest whole number as it was asked − Stress upon solving sums using
given conditions and not by trial
in the question.
method.
(c) Common errors observed were: − Ensure that students understand the
− labelling /choice of axes was incorrect; meaning of the terms shares at par,
− plotting the points A′ and B′ was correct but at premium, at a discount, nominal
their coordinates were not written; value(N.V.), market value(M.V.) and
dividend, etc. clearly. The concept
− plotting of points (1,0) and (0,1) was incorrect;
of approximation of result needs
− the figure was named as trapezium instead of thorough drilling.
isosceles trapezium. − Instruct students strictly that after
plotting necessary points, their
coordinates must also be written.
The figure formed must be
completed. Names of basic
geometrical figures need to be
revised. Give students clear idea of
invariant points. Drilling of plotting
points on x-axis and y-axis is
essential.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 5
(a) Let a be the first term and r the common ratio and T 4 = 16, T 7 = 128
∴ a r4 – 1 = 16 and a r7 – 1 = 128
a r3 = 16 a r6 = 128
6
𝑎𝑎 𝑟𝑟 128
= ∴ 𝑟𝑟 3 = 8 = 23
𝑎𝑎 𝑟𝑟 3 16
∴r=2
ar3 = 16 ⇒ a × 23 = 16
∴a=2
(b) NV = 50
MV= 50 – 10% of 50= 45
22500
(i) Number of shares = 45
= 500
12x50x500
(ii) Annual dividend = 100
= 3000
3000
(iii)Yield% = 22500 × 100 = 13.333% ≈ 13%
(c) (i) Quadrilateral A’B’CD marked on graph sheet
(ii) A'(–2, 2) and B'(–2, –2)
(iii) C and D
(iv) Isosceles trapezium

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Question 6
(a) Using properties of proportion, solve for x. Given that x is positive: [3]

2𝑥𝑥 + √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1
=4
2𝑥𝑥 − √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1

(b) 2 3 0 4 1 0 [3]
𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼 𝐴𝐴 = � � , 𝐵𝐵 = � � 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 𝐶𝐶 = � �, find AC + B2 – 10C.
5 7 −1 7 −1 4

(c) Prove that (1 + cot 𝜃𝜃 − 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐)(1 + 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 + 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠) = 2 [4]

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates solved the problem without using
properties of proportion. Some candidates applied Suggestions for teachers
componendo and dividendo but made mistakes in
squaring both sides. Quite a few candidates did not − Advise students to read the
follow the instruction for expressing the value of x. question meticulously to avoid
5 5 errors such as not using properties
They expressed x as ± 8 instead of 8 . of proportion.
(b) Some candidates found B2 by squaring each element − Drill previously learnt concepts of
algebraic addition, multiplication
of matrix B instead of finding matrix product B X B.
and applying algebraic identities to
A few candidates made mistakes in finding the scalar
square expressions.
multiplication −10 C. − Give sufficient practice in
(c) A number of candidates made mistakes while application of properties of
proportion.
multiplying the two expressions on the Left-Hand Side
− Give thorough drilling exercises
of the question. A few candidates worked upto (1 + with matrix multiplication. Stress
𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 1 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 1
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠
− 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 ) (1 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 − 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 ) . upon finding square of a matrix.
Basic operations with matrix
but could not take LCM and simplify. Some were addition and scalar multiplication
unable to simplify by applying algebraic identity need repeated practice.
− Give ample practice on basic
(a + b)(a – b) = a2 − b2 , hence, could not get the
algebraic operations and identities
correct answer. to enable students to simplify
trigonometric identities.
− Revise basic trigonometry
formulae on a regular basis in the
class.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 6
(a) 2𝑥𝑥 + √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1
= 4
2𝑥𝑥 − √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1
By using the property Componendo & Dividendo
2𝑥𝑥 + √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 + 2𝑥𝑥 − √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 4+1
=
2𝑥𝑥 + √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 − 2𝑥𝑥 − √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 4−1
4𝑥𝑥 5 2𝑥𝑥 5
⇒ = ⇒ =
2√4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 3 √4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 3
Squaring both sides
4𝑥𝑥 2 25
=
4𝑥𝑥 2 − 1 9
⇒ 36𝑥𝑥 = 100𝑥𝑥 2 − 25
2

25 5 5
⇒ 65𝑥𝑥 2 = 25 ⇒ 𝑥𝑥 2 = ⇒ 𝑥𝑥 = ± ∴ 𝑥𝑥 =
64 8 8
(b) 2 3 1 0 0 4 0 4 1 0
𝐴𝐴𝐴𝐴 + 𝐵𝐵 2 − 5𝐶𝐶 = � �� �+� �� � − 10 � �
5 7 −1 4 −1 7 −1 7 −1 4
2 − 3 0 + 12 0 − 4 0 + 28 10 0
=� �+� �−� �
5 − 7 0 + 28 0 − 7 −4 + 49 −10 40
−1 12 −4 28 10 0 −5 40 10 0 −15 40
=� �+� �−� �=� �−� �=� �
−2 28 −7 45 −10 40 −9 73 −10 40 1 33
(c) (1 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 − 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐)(1 + 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 + 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠) = 2
1 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 1 1 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 1
� + − �� + + �
1 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 1 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 − 1 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐 + 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 + 1
� � � � (𝑎𝑎 + 𝑏𝑏)(𝑎𝑎 − 𝑏𝑏) = 𝑎𝑎2 − 𝑏𝑏 2
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐
OR
(𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐)2 − (1)2 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑛𝑛2 𝜃𝜃 + 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑠𝑠 2 𝜃𝜃 + 2𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 − 1
= =
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠
1 + 2𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 − 1 2𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖𝑖
= = =2
𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠

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Question 7
(a) Find the value of k for which the following equation has equal roots. [3]
𝑥𝑥 2 + 4𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘 + (𝑘𝑘 2 − 𝑘𝑘 + 2) = 0

(b) On a map drawn to a scale of 1:50,000, a rectangular plot of land ABCD has the [3]
following dimensions. AB = 6 cm; BC = 8 cm and all angles are right angles.
Find:

(i) the actual length of the diagonal distance AC of the plot in km.

(ii) the actual area of the plot in square km.

(c) A (2, 5), B (–1, 2) and C (5, 8) are the vertices of a triangle ABC, ‘M’ is a point on [4]
AB such that AM: MB = 1: 2. Find the co-ordinates of ‘M’. Hence find the
equation of the line passing through the points C and M.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates were not clear about the nature of Suggestions for teachers
roots of Quadratic Equation. Majority of
candidates found the discriminant (4k)2 − − Stress upon the understanding of
nature of roots and use of coefficient
4(k 2 – k + 2) correctly but did not equate it to 0
of x 2 , x and constant, c for
as per the condition of equal roots. Some finding out the discriminant.
candidates took x along with coefficient to find Adequate practice could help in
discriminant. A few candidates made errors in solving such problems.
solving the equation 12k 2 + k − 8 = 0 to find − Give thorough practice in units and
the value of k. conversion of units to solve sums on
(b) Many candidates were not clear about the phrase maps and models. Also give
map drawn to a scale…. A number of candidates adequate practice on size
made calculation errors. A few candidates made transformation and proportionality.
mistakes in unit conversion i.e., cm2 to km2 . − Train students to express the points
(c) Several candidates used midpoint formula to find in coordinate geometry in
M instead of using section formula. Some coordinate form. Thorough
candidates used section formula but made mistakes drilling of section formula is
in substitution. Quite a few candidates found the necessary. Ensure that sufficient
values of x and y of M correctly but did not write practice is given in finding slope of
the answer in the coordinate form. With the value line and its equation using different
of slope found being incorrect, equation of the methods.
required line was also incorrect.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 7
(a) Given equation is x2 + 4kx + (k2 – k + 2) = 0
For equal roots discriminant = 0
∴ (4k)2 – 4(k2 – k + 2) = 0
16k2 – 4k2 + 4k – 8 = 0
12k2 + 4k – 8 = 0
3k2 + k – 2 = 0 ⇒ 3k2 + 3k – 2k = 0
3k(k + 1)(3k – 2) = 0
∴ k = –1, k = 2/3
(b) AB = 6, BC = 8, Diagonal AC = √62 + 82 = 10
10×50000
(i) 1000
= 5 𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘
6×8×50000×50000
(ii) = 12 𝑠𝑠𝑠𝑠 𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘
(100000)2

(c) 1: 2

A M B
(2,5) (a,b) (-1,2)

1 × −1 + 2 × 2 1×2+2×5
𝑎𝑎 = 𝑏𝑏 =
1+2 1+2
−1 + 4 3 2 + 10 12
𝑎𝑎 = = =1 𝑏𝑏 = = =4
3 3 3 3
Co-ordinates of M (1,4)
Equation of MC:
M (1,4) C (5,8)
8−4 4
Slope = 5−1 = 4 = 1

∴ Equation is:
y – 4 = 1 (x – 1)
y–4=x–1
or x – y + 3 = 0

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Question 8
(a) ₹7500 were divided equally among a certain number of children. Had there been 20 [3]
less children, each would have received ₹100 more. Find the original number of
children.

(b) If the mean of the following distribution is 24, find the value of ‘a’. [3]

Marks 0 – 10 10 – 20 20 – 30 30 – 40 40 – 50
Number of
7 a 8 10 5
students

(c) Using ruler and compass only, construct a ∆ABC such that BC = 5 cm and AB = 6.5 [4]
cm and ∠ABC = 120°

(i) Construct a circum-circle of ∆ABC

(ii) Construct a cyclic quadrilateral ABCD, such that D is equidistant from AB and
BC.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Most candidates made mistakes in formulating
the equation. Due to lack of concept on Suggestions for teachers
fractions some candidates formed the equation − In fractions, train students to
7500 7500
𝑥𝑥
− 𝑥𝑥−20 = 100 instead of differentiate which is greater or
7500 7500 smaller.
− = 100 Some were unable to
𝑥𝑥−20 𝑥𝑥 − Train students to calculate mean
factorize the equation correctly. involving unknown variables. Give
them an understanding of finding
(b) Many candidates wrote incorrect Class mark of class mark of grouped distribution.
the given distribution. Hence, ∑ 𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓 found was Revise basic concepts of algebraic
also incorrect. A few candidates wrote ∑ 𝑓𝑓 as operations.
30a instead of 30 + a and − Give adequate practice of locus and
∑ 𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓 𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤 𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤𝑤 𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 825𝑎𝑎 instead of 810 + geometrical properties. Advise
15a. Some made mistakes in applying the students to show clearly all traces of
formula for mean and solving the equation to construction using ruler and
find ‘a’. compass, while constructing
geometrical figures.
(c) (i) Several candidates constructed triangle ABC
with ∠ABC = 60° instead of 120°.
(ii) Quite a few candidates constructed
circumcircle without bisecting two sides of
the triangle so as to locate the circumcentre.
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 (iii) Many candidates could not locate D, a point lying on the circle and bisector of ∠B. Hence
could not complete the required quadrilateral.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 8
(a) Let the original number of children be x.
7500
∴ each one gets 𝑥𝑥
7500
When 20 children less, each would get 𝑥𝑥−20
7500 7500
− = 100
𝑥𝑥 − 20 𝑥𝑥
⇒ 𝑥𝑥 2 − 20𝑥𝑥 − 1500 = 0
⇒ (𝑥𝑥 − 50)(𝑥𝑥 + 30) = 0
∴ 𝑥𝑥 = 50

(b) Marks No. of Students(f) x fx

0 – 10 7 5 35
10 – 20 a 15 15a
20 – 30 8 25 200
30 – 40 10 35 350
40 – 50 5 45 225
Σf = 30 + a 810 + 15a
Σ𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓 810+15𝑎𝑎
𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀 = , = 24
Σ𝑓𝑓 30+𝑎𝑎

∴ 810 + 15𝑎𝑎 = 720 + 24𝑎𝑎

∴ 810 − 720 = 24𝑎𝑎 − 15𝑎𝑎
90 = 9𝑎𝑎 ∴ 𝑎𝑎 = 10

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 (c) Construction of ∆ABC
Construction of side bisectors of sides AB and BC
and draw circle
Angle bisector of angle B
Cyclic quadrilateral ABCD

Question 9
(a) Priyanka has a recurring deposit account of ₹1000 per month at 10% per annum. If [3]
she gets ₹5550 as interest at the time of maturity, find the total time for which the
account was held.

(b) In ∆PQR, MN is parrallel to QR and [3]

𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 2
=
𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀 3
𝑀𝑀𝑀𝑀
(i) Find 𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄

(ii) Prove that ∆OMN and

∆ORQ are similar.

(iii) Find, Area of ∆OMN : Area of ∆ORQ

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(c) The following figure represents a solid consisting of a right circular cylinder with a [4]
hemisphere at one end and a cone at the other. Their common radius is 7 cm. The
height of the cylinder and cone are each of 4 cm. Find the volume of the solid.

Comments of Examiners
(a) Many candidates considered ₹5550 as maturity value Suggestions for teachers
instead of interest. Some candidates got the correct
− Instruct students to read the question
equation 𝑛𝑛2 + 𝑛𝑛 − 1332 = 0, but were unable to paper carefully to avoid making
factorize it correctly, hence, could not find ‘n’. errors. e.g. taking ₹5550 as maturity
value instead of interest. Stress upon
(b) (i) A number of candidates were unable to prove revising middle term breakup
∆ OMN ~ ∆ ORQ factorization.
4
(ii) ∆ OMN: ∆ ORQ = 4:25 was written as 25 hence − More practice should be given to
many candidates went wrong with the answer. build up the concept of similarity
and related results.
(c) Many candidates did not read the question carefully − Give sufficient practice in problems
7 based on volume and surface area of
and took the radius as 2
instead of ‘7’. Some different solids. Also teach students
shorter methods of solving such
candidates made mistakes in applying the correct problems instead of calculating each
formula while a few made mistakes in calculation, volume separately and then adding
up.
especially those who used the value of π = 3.14

MARKING SCHEME
Question 9
(a) Monthly Deposit = ₹1000, rate of interest 10%
Total interest = ₹5550
Let n be the number of months
1000 × 𝑛𝑛(𝑛𝑛 + 1) × 10
∴ 5550 =
100 × 2 × 12

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 555 × 24
= 𝑛𝑛2 + 𝑛𝑛 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜
10
𝑛𝑛2 + 𝑛𝑛 − 1332 = 0
(𝑛𝑛 + 37)(𝑛𝑛 − 36) = 0
∴n = 36 months
i.e. n = 3 years

(b) Proving ∆PMN ~ ∆PQR

MN 2
(i) =
QR 5
(ii) ∠MON = ∠QOR (vertically opposite angles)
∠MNO = ∠OQR (alternate angles)
∠NMO = ∠ORQ (3rd angle)
(iii) ar ∆OMN: ar ∆ORQ = 4 : 25
(c) Volume = Volume of hemisphere + volume of cylinder + volume of cone
2 1
𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉 = 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 3 + 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2 ℎ + 𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2 ℎ
3 3
𝜋𝜋𝑟𝑟 2
= [2𝑟𝑟 + 3ℎ + ℎ]
3
22 × 72
= [2 × 7 + 4 × 4]
7×3
22 × 7
= [14 + 16]
3
22 × 7
= × 30 = 1540 𝑐𝑐𝑚𝑚2
3

Question 10
(a) Use Remainder theorem to factorize the following polynomial: [3]

2𝑥𝑥 3 + 3𝑥𝑥 2 − 9𝑥𝑥 − 10.

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(b) In the figure given below ‘O’ is the centre of the circle. If QR = OP and ∠ORP = [3]
20° . Find the value of ‘x’ giving reasons.

(c) The angle of elevation from a point P of the top of a tower QR, 50 m high is 60o and [4]
that of the tower PT from a point Q is 30o. Find the height of the tower PT, correct
R
to the nearest metre.

Q
P

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Comments of Examiners
(a) Some candidates did not use Remainder theorem to
identify the first factor as specified in the question. Suggestions for teachers
Some made mistakes in finding out the quotient by − Instruct students to read the
dividing the given polynomial by the factor found instruction given in the question
using factor theorem. Many candidates did not write carefully e.g., using remainder and
factor theorem. Also guide them to
the answer in the product form. e.g. (𝑥𝑥 − 2)(2𝑥𝑥 + express the final answer as the
5)(𝑥𝑥 + 1) product of the factors obtained.
(b)A number of candidates could not identify the − Give more practice in properties of
isosceles triangles OPQ and QOR. Some candidates circles to enable students to solve
could neither find the unknown angles, nor find the problems based on circles.
value of x. Reasons supporting the calculated result Importance of giving reasons to
geometrical problems must be made
were either not given or given incorrect. clear to all students.
(c) Some candidates interchanged the values of tan 60° − More drilling is necessary in
and tan 30° in the solution of the problem i.e., problems based on Heights and
substituted the opposite of the correct values. Some Distances.
made calculation errors. A few candidates did not − Instruct students to give the final
round off the height of the tower to the nearest answer in the correct form, as asked
in the question.
metre as per the requirement of the question.

MARKING SCHEME
Question 10
(a) 𝑓𝑓(𝑥𝑥) = 2𝑥𝑥 3 + 3𝑥𝑥 2 − 9𝑥𝑥 − 10
2𝑥𝑥 3 + 3𝑥𝑥 2 − 9𝑥𝑥 − 10
= 2 × 23 + 3 × 22 − 9 × 2 − 10 (Putting x = 2)
= 16 + 12 − 10 − 10
= 0 ∴ (x – 2) is a factor
2𝑥𝑥 3 + 3𝑥𝑥 2 − 9𝑥𝑥 − 10 = (𝑥𝑥 − 2)(2𝑥𝑥 2 + 7𝑥𝑥 + 5)
= (𝑥𝑥 − 2)(2𝑥𝑥 + 5)(𝑥𝑥 − 2)

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(b) ∵ 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 (𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟𝑟 𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜 𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐𝑐)
𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎𝑎 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 (𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔𝑔)
∴ 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄
𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼 ∆𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂, 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄
∴ ∠ORQ = ∠ROQ = 20°
𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒. ∠OQP = 20° + 20° = 40° (exterior angle = sum of 2 interior opposite angles)
𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼 ∆𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂, 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 = 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 (radii)
∴ ∠OPQ = ∠OQP = 40°
𝐼𝐼𝐼𝐼 ∆𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂, 𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒𝑒 ∠POT = ∠OPR + ∠ORP = 40° + 20° = 60°

(c) In ∆PQR,
𝑄𝑄𝑄𝑄 50 50
𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡60° = = ⇒ 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 =
𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 √3
In ∆PQT, OR
𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 1 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃
𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡30° = ⇒ =
𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 √3 50/√3
50
⇒ 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 = = 16.66
3
= 17 m (rounded to nearest metre) R
1
𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡60 = √3 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡30 =
√3
PT = 17 m

P Q

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Question 11
(a) The 4th term of an A.P. is 22 and 15th term is 66. Find the first term and the common [4]
difference. Hence find the sum of the series to 8 terms.

(b) Use Graph paper for this question. [6]

A survey regarding height (in cm) of 60 boys belonging to Class 10 of a school was
conducted. The following data was recorded:

Height
135 – 140 140 – 145 145 – 150 150 – 155 155 – 160 160 – 165 165 – 170
in cm
No. of
4 8 20 14 7 6 1
boys

Taking 2 cm = height of 10 cm along one axis and 2 cm = 10 boys along the other axis
draw an ogive of the above distribution. Use the graph to estimate the following:

(i) the median

(ii) lower Quartile

(iii) if above 158 cm is considered as the tall boys of the class. Find the number of
boys in the class who are tall.

Comments of Examiners
(a) A number of candidates were unable to form the Suggestions for teachers
equations with given conditions. Some
− Explain arithmetic progression and
candidates, without using given conditions, geometric progression
guessed the series and identified the values of ‘a’ comprehensively to students and give
and ‘d’. There were a few candidates who did not ample practice on simplification of
know the formula for summation, who simply problems based on both types of series.
surmised the series up to 8 terms and added them − Explain the concept of kink clearly to
to find the sum. students. Also give more practice in
ogive using graph sheet.
(b) Following errors were observed in this question:
− The last cumulative frequency did not tally
with the total of the given distribution.
− Some candidates chose incorrect scale.
− Perpendicular lines were not dropped to find the values from the ogive.
− The ogive was plotted with respect to lower boundaries instead of upper boundaries.
− Ruler was used to draw the graph instead of a freehand curve.
− Kink was not shown on the graph sheet.

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 MARKING SCHEME
Question 11
(a) Let the first term be ‘a’ and the common difference d.
T n = a + (n – 1) d
∴T 4 = a + (4 – 1) d, T 15 = a + (15 – 1) d
22 = a + 3d 66 = a + 14d
a + 14d = 66 and a + 3d = 22
Solving a = 10, d = 4
𝑛𝑛
S n = 2 [2a + (n – 1) d
8
S 8 = 2 [2 × 10 + (8 – 1) 4
= 4[20 + 28]
∴S 8 = 192

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 Height n cm No. of boys cf
(b) 135 – 140 4 4
140 – 145 8 12
145 – 150 20 32
150 – 155 14 46
155 – 160 7 53
160 – 165 6 59
165 – 170 1 60
(i) Median = 150 (±1)
(ii) Q 1 = 146 (±1)
(iii) 60 – 51= 9 boys

Note: For questions having more than one correct answer/solution, alternate correct
answers/solutions, apart from those given in the marking scheme, have also been accepted.

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 Topics found • Arithmetic Progression and Geometric Progression.
difficult/ • Shares and Dividend.
confusing by • Geometry based problems using properties of circle and similar triangles.
candidates • Geometrical Constructions.
• Section formula.
• Trigonometrical Identities and Heights and Distances.
• Properties of Ratio and Proportion.
• Approximation: to given significant figures or to nearest whole number.
• Factorization in various problems.
• Maps and models.
• Maturity value and interest in Banking sums.
• Use of Remainder and Factor Theorem.
• Forming correct equation in Quadratic word problem.
• Inequation solving and representing solution on number line.

. • Utilize the reading time to make the right choice of question and to be thorough
Suggestions with the given data.
for • Practise approximation like significant figures, rounding off to a certain place of
candidates decimal or nearest whole number extensively.
• Practise plotting graphs using the correct scale, reading values/interpretation
from graph.
• Clearly show the traces of geometrical constructions.
• Give reasons while working out Geometry based problems.
• Practise trigonometric basic identities comprehensively.
• Practise the concepts of Coordinate Geometry- section formula, slope of a
parallel/perpendicular line, equation of a line.
• Concepts of Arithmetic Progression(AP) and Geometric Progression(GP) must
be done meticulously.
• Use Mathematical tables to find square roots and ratios other than that of
standard angles.
• All steps of working including rough work must be clearly shown on same
answer page.
• Study the entire syllabus completely and revise from time to time.
• Revise the concepts learnt in Class IX and integrated with the Class X syllabus.
• Develop logical and reasoning skills to have a clear understanding of the concepts.

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 ICSE Question Paper (2008)
MATHEMATICS
SECTION A [40 MARKS]
(Answer all qu.estwns from this Section.)
Question 1.
(a) The simple interest on a sum of money for 2 years at 4% per annum is , 340.
Find:
(i) the sum of money and
(ii) the compound interest on this sum for one year payable half yearly at the
same rate. [3]
Ba - 5b Ba + 5b a e
(b) If Bc-5d =Be+ 5d' prove that b = d [3]

(c) If (x - 2) is a fw:tor of 2r'l - x2 - px - 2

? (i) find the value ofp.
(ii) with fhe value ofp, factorize the above expression completely. [4]
Solution.
(a) (i) Given : S.I. = , 340, T = 2Years, R = 4%, P = ?
PxR xT
SI
· · -_
100
P _ S.I. x 100 _ 340 x 100
or
- Rx T - 4x 2
= ,4250 Ans.
(ii) Given : T = 1 Years = 1 x 2 = 2 times, R = 4%, � R = 2% (for half yearly.)

C.I. = P [ (1 + i!oJ -
1]
I

= 4250 [ ( 1 + I�O J - 1]
= 4250[;:0]='171-70 Ans.
Sa+ 5b 8a-5b
(b) Given:
Be + 5d - Be - 5d
Ba+ 5d Be+ 5d
(Apply altemendo)
Ba - 5b = Be - 5d
Ba + 5b + Ba - 5b Be + 5d + Be - 5d
Ba + 5b - 8a + 5b = Be + 5d - Be + 5d
(App]y componendo and dividendo rule)
169 16 C
10b = 10 d
Proved
, (c) (x - 2) is a factor of 2%3 -x2 - px - 2
(i) ===> x = 2 will satisfy this equation.
⇒ 2·23 - 2 2 - 2p - 2 = 0
==> 16 - 4 - 2p - 2 = 0
10-2p = 0
⇒ 2p = 10 x -2) 2x3 -x2 - 5x - 2
===> p = 5 Ans. 2x3_4x2
(ii) On dividing 2r - x 2 - 5x - 2 by x - 2, 3x2 -5x-2
we get 3x2 -6x
=> (x - 2)(21:2 + 3x + 1) +
=> x-2
(x - 2)(� + � + x + 1)
x-2
⇒ (x - 2) (2x (x + 1) + 1 (x + 1)) - +
=> (x - 2) (x + 1) (2x + 1) Ans. X

Question 2.
(a) Solve the given in.equation and graph the solution on· the number line.
2y - a < Y + 1 s 4y + 1,- Y e R. ca1
(b) In the gi,ven figure, find the area of the unshaded portion within the rectangle.
(Taken= 3·14) [3]

...
(c) A shopkeeper buys a camera at a discount of 20% from the wholesaler, the
printed price of the camera being , 1600 and the rate of sales tax is 6%. The
shopkeeper sells it to the buyer at the printed price and charges tax at the same
rate. Find:
(i) The price at which the camera can be bought.
(ii) The VAT (Value Added Tax) paid by the shopkeeper. [4]
Solution.
(a) Given= 2y - 3 < y + 1 S 4y + 7, y e R
2y-3 < y + 1 y + 1 :::;; 4y + 7
2y-y < 3 + 1 4y-y � 1-7

·-·
⇒ y < 4 3y � -6
y � -2
solution set lY-1 y E R,-2:5y<4}

-s-2-1.0 1 2 a 4 s
(b) Length of rectangle = 15 cm
Breadth of rectangle = 6 cm.
Area of rectangle = 15 x 6
= 90 cm2
 Area of circle = :ru-2
= 3·14 X 9
= 28·26 cm2 .
Area of shaded portion = Area of 2 ½ circle
= 28·26 + 28·26 + 14· 13
= 70·65 cm2•
Area. of unshaded portion in the rectangle = Area of the rectangle
- Area of shaded portion
= 90- 70·65
= 19·35 cm2 Ans.
(c). (i) Cost of camera for buyer = Printed Price + Sales tax on it
6
= 1600 + lOO X 1600
= '1696 Ans.
(ii)
2
°
Discount on printed price = 1 0 x 1600 = t 320.
0
Cost Price of the camera = 1600- 320 = t 1280.
6
Sales tax = 100 x 1280 = t 76·80

Tax paid by shopkeeper x 1600 = , 96.

= 1�0
VAT paid by shopkeeper = 96 - 76·80
= '19·20 Ans.
Question 3.
(a) David opened a Recurring Deposit Account in a bank and deposited � 300 per
month for two years. If he received , 7725 at the time of maturity, fi,n'd the rate
'
o! in�ere� er annum . · ] [3]
i
3 2
Cb) If [ _ J + 2M = 3 [ -3 , fi,nd the Matrix M. [3]
2 3 O
(c) Use a graph paper for this question. (Take 1 cm = 1 unit on both the axes). Plot
the points A (-2, OJ, B (4, 0), C (1, 4) and D (-2, 4).
(i) Draw the line of symmetry of LiABC. Name it L 1.
(ii) Point D is refiected about the Line L 1 to get the image E. Write the
coordinates of E.
(iii) Name the figure ABED.
(iv) Draw all the lines of symmetry of the figure ABED. [4]
Solution.
(a) Giuen: Deposited per month (P) =, 300, n = 2 Year= 24 months, Amount=
'7725, R =?
. . . n (n + 1) 300 x 24 x 25
Principal eqwvalent to 1 month = P x 2 = 2
= 300 X 12 X 25 = � 90,000

:::;)
A= P + SI
7725 = 24 x 300 +
90 �g���x 1
 ....

900xR
525 =
12
525 X 12
=> R=
900
=7%. Ans.

(b) Given:
[_� :]+2M = 3 [:
�]
2M = [:
_:]-[� :]
�
= [: -�]
M = [�
j Ans.

(c) (i)
C (1, 4)

: -

2 3

(ii) Co-ordinate ofE (4, 4)

(iii) ABED is rectangle.
(iv) See figure (L1 and L2 are the line of symmetry of rectangle ABED)
Question 4.
. . sin 25 ° cos 25 °
(a) Without using tables, eualuate : + [3]
sec 65 0 cosec 65 0
(b) In the alongside figure, AB is parallel to
DC, L BCE = 80 ° and L BAC = 25 °. Find: A
�r---+-------1,.
(i) L CAD,
(ii) L CBD,
(iii) L ADC. [3]
(c) Mr. Dhoni has an account in the Union ao•
Bank of India. The following entries are
from his pass book
 Date Particulars Withdrawals Deposits Balance
'
' (inf) (int) (in�)
�-- ----
Jan 3, 07 BIF - - 2642.00
Jan16 To Self 640.00 - 2002.00
March5 By Cash - 850.00 2852.00
April 10 To Self 1130.00 1722.00 -
April 25 By Cheque - 650.00 2372.00
June 15 By Cash 577.00 1795.00 -
Calculate the interest from January 2007 to June 2007 at the rate of 4% per
annum. [41
Solution.
sin 25° cos 25°
(a) Given: ° +----°
sec 65 cosec 65
= sin 25 ° cos 65 ° + cos 25 ° sin 65 °
= sin 25 ° cos (90" - 25° ) + cos 25 ° sin (90° - 25° )
= sin 25 ° sin 25 ° + cos 25" cos 25 °

= sin2 25" + cos 2

25 ° = 1 (": sin 2 8 + cos 2 0 = 1) Ans.
(b) (i) L BCE= L BAD =80"
('. · ext. of cyclic quad. is equal to opp. int. angle.)
L CAD = L BAD - L BAC = 80 ° - 25 ° = 55 ° Ans.
(ii) LCBD = LCAD ( ·. · Angle of the same segment are equal.)
°
= 55 Ans.
I
(iii) AB II DC (given)
L BAD+ LADC = 180 °
:::::> (25 + 55) + L ADC = 180°
= 180 - 80 = 100 ° (·.· ABCD is cyclic quad.)
Ans.
(c) Minimum Balance for January = , 2,002
Minimum Balance for February = l 2,002
Minimum Balance for March = � 2,852
Minimum Balance for April = , 1,722
Minimum Balance for May = , 2,372
Minimum Balance for June = t 1,795

Total = , 12,745
PxRxT
S.I. =
100
12745 X 4X 1
=
100 X 12
= ,42·48 Ans.
 SECTION B (40 Marks]
Answer any Four Questions in this Section.
Question 5.
(a) A function in x is defined as : *
r+2 1
f(x) = 2x- l; x ER and x :;t 2,
Find: (i) f(-J),
(ii) f(x-1),
(iii)
X iff(:r:,) J. = [3]
he :J_ . sin A
(b) Proue t r.uentity : A = cosec A - cot A [3]
1 +cos
(c) IfA = (-4, 3) and B = (8, -6)
(i) Find the l,ength ofAB.
(ii) In what ratio is the line joining AB, divided by the x-axis ? [4]
Solution.
sin A
(b) 1 +cos A
= -sin
-- A-~x 1-cosA
l+cosA 1-cosA
sin A (1- cos A)
1-cos2 A
sin A ( 1 - cos A)
=
sin2 A
1 cos A
⇒ = -
sinA sin A
= cosec A- cot A = R.H.S. Proved
(c) (i) Given ; A= (- 4, 3), B = (8, - 6)
AB = ✓ (x2 - x1) + (y2 -y1)2
2

= ✓ (8 + 4) 2 + (- 6 - 3)2
= ✓ 144 + 81
= ✓ 225 = 15. Ans.
(ii) Let any point on x-axis will be P (x, 0).
mx1 + nx2
X =
m +n '
my1 + nyz
y = m+n

0 = -----'--"
m·3 + n·(-6)
m+n
⇒ 3m = 6n
m 6=2
⇒ n: = a 1
The ratio will be 2 : 1. Ans.
Question 6.
(a) Solue the following quadratic equation for x and give your answer correct to two
decimal places :
5x (x +2) 3 = [3]
p
(b) In the figure given alongside PQ = QR, L

RQP = 68 , PC and CQ are tangents to the

°

circle with centre 0. Calculate the values of:

(i) LQOP,
(ii) LQCP. [3]
(c) A company with 4000 shares of nominal value of, 110 each declares an annual
diui<knd of 15%. Calculate :
(i) The total amount of dividend paid by the company.
(ii) The annual income of Shah Rukh who holds 88 shares in the company.
(iii) If he received only 10% on his investment, find the price Shah Rukh paid
for each share. [4]
Solution.
(a) Given: 5x (x + 2) = 3
2
5x + lOx-3 = 0
Camparing with =
ax + bx + c = 0, we get a 5, b = 10 and c = -3.
2

We lmow that X =
-b ± ✓b 2
-4 ac
2a

= - 10 ± ✓ (10)2 - 4 X 5 X (-3)
2x5 I

=
- 10 ± ✓ 100 + 60
10

= - 10 ± 4 ✓10 - 5 ± 2 -../10
10 5
- 5 ± 2 X 3· 16 - 5 ± 6·32
5 - - 5
Hence x = 0·26 or -2· 26. Ans.
(b) Giuen : PQ = QR, L RQP = 68
°

(i) In I! PQR. PQ = RQ
LPRQ = L QPR
⇒ L PRQ + L QPR+ 68 ° = 180° [sum of the angle of a Ii is 180°)
⇒ 2 L. PRQ = 180 - 68 = 112°
� L PRQ = 56 °
L QOP = 2 x L PRQ
[angle at centre of the circle is twice the
angle of at the remaining circumference]
= 2 X 56 = 112° Ans,
 (ii) L PQC = L PRQ
LQPC = LPRQ
=> L PQC = L QPC = 56°
=> L PQC + L QPC + L PCQ = 180°
=> 56 ° + 56 ° + L PCQ = 180°
⇒ L QCP = 180 ° - 56" � 56°
= 68° Ans.
{c) Given: No. of shares= 4000, NV=� ll0, Dividend= 15%
15
(i) Dividend on 1 share = 110
100 x
= '16·50
Total dividend = 4000 x 16-50
= '66000 Ans.
(ii) Income on 88 shares = 88 x 16-50
= '1,452
Annual income of Shah Ru.kb = , 1,452. Ans.
(iii) Let his investment = x
10
xx = '1452
100
X = '14520
= 1 20
Price for each share �� = , 165. Ans.

Question 7.
(a) The income of Mr. Bachhan was as follows : **
• Basic Salary t 20,000 per month
• Dearness AJ.lowance , 12,000 per month
• Interest from Bank , 16,000 for the whole year.
ng
Savi s:
• Contribution towards Provident Fund : 15% of Basic salary
• National Savings Certificate ,40.000
p
• Contribution towards UC remium , 30,000 per year
Donations
• To National Defence Fund : t 12,000 (eligible for 100% exemption)
I a sum of, 3,000 was deducted every month towards Income tax from his
f
salary for the first 11 months of the year, calculate the tax Mr. Bachhan has to
pay in the last month of the financial year : [6]
Tax slab:
Upto' 1,00,000 No ta.x.
From, 1,00,001 to� 1,50,000 10% of the income exceeding, 1,00,000
From, 1,50,001 to, 2,50,000 t 5,000+ 20% of the income exceeding
'1,50,000
Above , 2,50,000 , 25,000 + 30% of thl! income exceeding
,2,so,000
ag
Dedudions ainst savi s ng Upto a maximum amount of, 1,00,000
. Education Cess 2% of the ta.x payable .
**- Solution has not given due to out ofpresent syllabus.
(b) A vertical pole and a vertical tower are on the same level ground. From the top
of the pole the angle of elevation of the top of the tower is 60 ° and the angle of
depression of the foot of the tower is 30 ° . Find the height of the tower if the
hei,ght of the pole is 20 m. [4]
Solution.
(b) Leth be the height of tower and :r be the distance between tower and pole.
20
In rt. !J. BCE, tan 30° :::: -
X
1 20
⇒ A
{a = --;-
⇒ x = 20-./3 m
h-20
Inrt. aECA, tan60 ° = --
..fa h-20
1 = �-
h-20 = x .../3
h - 20 = 20 {3 x {a =- 60 m
=> h = 80 m. Ans.
Question 8.
(a) Find the H.C.F. of the gi,ven polynomials:**
1 2x 1
x2--·andx 2 +---+-
[3]
a 2 a a2
(b) Using a ruler and a pair of compasses only, construct :
(i) A triangle ABC, giuen AB = 4 cm, BC = 6 cm and L ABC = 90 ° .
(ii) A circle whu:h passes through the points A, B and C and mark its centre as
a �
(c) Points A and B have coordinates (7, -3) and (1, 9) respectively. Find ../
(i) The slope ofAB.
(ii)The equatwn of the perpendicular bisector of the line segment AB.
(iii) The value of'p' if (-2, p) lies on it. [4]
Solution.
(b) Steps of Construction :
(1) Draw side BAC, 6 cm.
(2) Draw a L B = 90 ° , and cut AB == 4 cm.
(3) Meet AC.
.
(4) Draw Bisector of BC and AB. Which meet at
-----)( ---- --- --- )( ·--- ---
· io
4 cm
l
point ·o·.
l
(5) Now draw a circle as centre 'O'.
(6) This circle passes through the point A, B, .''
and'C'.

** Solution has not given due to out ofpresent syllabus.

 C
2
. (c) . (i) Slope of AB (m 1) = y -Yi
X2-X1
9 + 3 12 = 7, -3) p
B (1, 9)
= = -2 Ans. A(
1-7 -6
Y•)
(-2. p)

(ii) The mid point ofline AB = (" 1 ; "• /1 ;

D
- (1;1,--3 +9}(4,3)
2

Slope of perpendicular bisector of AB

-1 -1 -1
m2 = -=-= 2 2
m1
-
Equation of perpendicular bisect.or
Y - Yi = m (x - X1)
1
y-3 =
�·
2 (x - 4)
2y-6 = x-4
=> x-2y + 2 = 0 Ans.
(iii) Given point (-2, p) lies on the equation x .:.. 2y + 2 = 0
-2-2p +2 = 0
� -2p = O
� p = 0 Ans.

=[� �], B-[� - �], =[! -:]and

Question 9.
(a) GiuenA
C BA- C2•
Find the values ofp and q. [3)
(b} In .d ABC, AP .- PB = 2 : 3. PO is parallel to A
BC and is extended to Q so that CQ is
parallel to BA Find :
(i) Area tlAPO: area aABC.
(ii) Area tl APO : area tl CQO. [3]
(c) The volume of a conical tent is 1232 m and
3
8
the area of the bare floor is 154 m2:
CJJlculate the :
.Ci) Radius of the fioor.
(ii) ]!eight of the tent.
(iii) Length of the canvas required to cover this coni£al tent if its width is 2 m.
[4]

:J.
Solution.

(a) Given: A=[: B =[� -:]. c-[: -:J

BA =·.C2
 h _- 1232 X 3 _
24 Ans.
22 X 7 - m.
(iii) Let l be the slant height of the conical tent, then
,.... __,,-- _,
l = ✓ h2 + r2 = ✓ 24 2 +_7 2 = 25m
Area of canvas required = Curved surface area of the tent
� Length x width of canvas = rrrl (for tent)
22·
=) Length of canvas x 2 = 7 x 7 x 25
550
Length of canvas = 2 = 275 m. Ans.
Question 10.
(a) In the given figure, AE and BC intersect each other at point D. If L CDE = 90 °,
AB = 5 cm, BD = 4 cm and CD = 9 cm, find DE. [3]
c.__�

01

(b) A straight line AB is 8 cm long. Locate by construction the locus of a point .

which is:
(i) Equidi.stant from A and B.
(ii) Always 4 cm from the line AB.
(iii) Mark two points X and Y, which are 4 cm from AB and equidistant from A
and B, Name the figure AXBY. [3]
(c) Some students planned a picnic. The budget for the food was t 480. As eight of
them failed to join the party, the cost of the food for each member increased by ,
10. Find how many students went for the picnic. [4]
Solution.
(l;l) Given; L CDE = 90 ° , AB= 5 cm, BD = 4 cm, CD= 9 cm. DE=?
✓
AD = AB2 -DB2 = ✓ 25-16 = 3
DA x DE = DB x DC (Product of the length of their segment is equal.)
� 3 xDE == 4x 9
=> DE= 12cm Ans.
(b) Steps of Construction :
(i) Draw AB is 8 cm, Draw PQ the perpen-dicular bisector
of AB.
(ii) Draw CD and EF both parallel to AB and each at a
distance of 4 cm from AB.
(iii) AXBY is a square.
Q
..--- 1

(c) Let the no. of students planned a picnic = x.

Budget for food = t 480
480
Budget for each student
X
480
If eight student failed to join the party, the cost for each student= x- 8
480 480
----:::: 10
x-B x
480x - 480 (x - 8)
= 10
.x (.:r-8)
480 X - 480 X + 3840
⇒ = 10
X (,;-8)
x2 - Bx - 384 = 0
x2 - 24.x + 16x - 384 = 0
x (x - 24) + 16 (x - 24) = 0
⇒ (x - 24) (x + 16) = 0
� X = 24,-16

But the number of students can not be negative.

X = 24

.-. The number of student who went for picnic= x - B = 24 - 8 = 16 Ans.

Question 11 .
. (a) The weight of 50 apples were recorded as given below. Calculate the mean
weight, to the nearest gram, by the Step Deviation Metlwd. [5]
Weight in grams 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100-105 105-110 110-115
No. of apples 5 8 10 12 8 4 3)
(b) Using a graph paper, draw an ogive for the following distribution which shows
the marks obtained in the GeT1.£ral Knowledge paper by 100 students.
Marks 0-10 10-20 20--30 30-40 4()-50 50-60 60-70 7(µ30
No. of students 5 10 20 25 15 12 9 4
gi
Use the o ve to estimate�
(i) The median.
(ii) The number of students who score marks above 65. [5]
Solution.
(a) Weight No. of apples Mid Value x-A J;u•'
ui = -c
({J (x)
80--85 5 82·5 -3 -15
85-90 8 87·5 -2 -16
90-95 10 92·5 -1 -10
95-100 12 97·5 0 0
100-105 8 102·5 1 8
105-110 4 107·5 2 8
110--115 3 112·5 3 9
I/;_=50 Il,.ui = -16
 Taking assumed mean (A)== 97·5, C = 5
/;. u,_ =.97·5 + 5 x -16
Mean = A+ C x 'f..'f./;,
50
= 97·5 -1·6 = 95·9;;:: 96 Ans.
(b) Marks No. of students c.f
0-10 5 5
10-20 10 15
20-30 20 35
30-40 25 60
40-50 15 " 75
50-60 12 87
60-70 9 96
70-80 4 100
100

90

80

30

10

10 20

Here n = 100 which is even.

Ci) Median
From the graph. we get
= (� r term = 50"' term

·-
The required median = 36
' ' The number of student who score abo·ve 65 = 100 - 92 = 8.
(ii ) Ans.
 ICSE Question Paper (2010)
MATHEMATICS
SECTION A [40 Mm-ks]
(Answ_er all questions from this Section.)

Question 1.
(a) Solue the following inequati.on and represent the solution set on the number
line.
1 2x 5
X ER [3]
- 3 < - 2- 3 56,
(b) Tarun bought an artic.le for, 8,000 and spent, 1,000 for transportation. He
marked the article at , 11,700 and sold it to a customer. If the customer had to
pay 10% sales tax, find
(i) The customer's price.
(ii) Tarun•s profit percent. [3]
(c) Mr. Gupta opened a recurring deposit account in a bank. He deposited, 2,500
per month for two years. At the time of maturity he got , 67,500. Find :
(i) the_ total interest earned by Mr. Gupta.
(ii) the rate of interest per annum. [4]
Solution:
1 5
2 - 3 ::; 6 , x E R
2x
(a) G.wen : - 3 <-
1 2x
-3 < - - and
2 3
1 2x
-3+-
. < -- and
2 3
5 2x
-- < -- and
2 3
5 2x
- > - and -x :$ 2
2 3
15
X < - and X � -2

-·
4

Solution set = {x : �5 > -

x� 2 }

-2-1 0 1 2 3 4
(b) Given: C.P. =, 8,000 +' 1,000 =, 9,000, M.P. =' 11,700, S.T. = 10%.
(i) Amount to be paid = M.P. + S.T. % ofM.P.
10
= 11,7 00 X 11, 700
+ lOO
= '12,870 Ans.
 Profit = M.P. - C.P. = 11,700-9,000
'°
(ii)
= 2,700.
Profit
Profit percent = C.P. x 100
2,700
X lOO
= 9,000
= 30%.
(c) Tot.al amount deposited = , (2,500 x 24) = '·60,000

Equivalent principal for one month = , 2,500 x 24 (2: + l) = , (62,500 x 12)

(i) Total interest = 67,500 -60,000
= '7,500
(ii) Interest on , (62,500 x 12) for 1 month
[..
.
I=p xRxT]
= ' (62,500 X 12 X l!O X ;2 100
)
7,500 = 625 R.
� R = 12%. Ans.
Question 2.
3
(a) GiuenA =[
-1
Find AB + 2C - 4D. (3]
(b) Nikita invests , 6,000 for two years at a certain rate of interest compounded
annually. At the end of t/J,e first year it amounts to , 6,720. Calculate :
(i) the rate of interest.
(ii) the amount at the end of the second year. (3]
(c) A and B are two points on the x-axis and y-axis
respectively. P (2, -3) i.s the mid point of AB. Find the
(i) Coordinates ofA and B.

(ii) Slope of line AB.

(iii) Equatwn of line AB. [4]

Solution:
(a) Gioen: A=L: -:J. B= [�]. =[-:]. =[:)
C D

AB+2C-4D = [_: -:] [�]+2[-�]-4[:]

= [�:]+[�]-[:]
= [:]= 0 Ans.
 (i) Given : Principal = , 6 1 000, Time = 2 year, After one year amount == , -�
·;
(b)
6,720.
For let year: P + I = , 6,720
PxRxl
6,000 = 6, 720
+ 100
6,000 x R
= 720
100
:::) R = 12% Ans.
(lil A = p (1 + J
l�O

Amount at the end of 2nd year = 6, 000 ( 1 + }! J

; G, ooo (1 + :sJ
28 28 37,632
- 6' 000 (25 X 25 )= 5
_

= '7,526·40. Ans.
(c) Given : A (x i , 0), B (0, y 1)
(i) Mid point coordinates
%1 + 0
- 2
2 -
0 + Y1 _ -3 :::::::>
2 - Yl = -6
Coordinates of A (4, 0) and B (0, -6) Ans.
(ii) Slope of line AB
m = Y2-Y1
-6-0 -6
X2-X1
3
Ans.
= 0-4 =_4 =2
(iii) Equation of line Y -Y1 = m (x -x1)
3
y-0 = (x-4)
2
2y = 3x-12
3x-2y-12 = 0 Ans.
Question 3.
(a) Cards marluJd with numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 ... 20 are well shuffl,ed and a card is
drawn at rondom. What is the probability that the number of the cards is
(i) a prime number
(ii) div�ible by 3
(ill) a perfect square ? [3)
(b) Without using trigonometric tables evaluate:
sin 35 ° cos 55 ° + cos 35° sin 55"
cosec210 ° - tan2 80" [3)
 (c) (Use graph paper for this question)
A(0, 3), B(3, -2) and 0(0, OJ are the vertices of triangle ABO.
(i) Plot the triangle on a graph sheet taking 2 cm = 1 unit on bo�h the a:r:es.
(ii) Plot D the reflection of B in the Y axis, and write its co-ordinates.
(iii) Give the geometrical name of the figure ABOD.
(iv) Write the equation of the line of symmetry of the figure ABOD. [4]
-Solution:
(a) Given : Cards marked with numbers 1, 2, ...... 20.
n(S) = 20
(i) Prime Numbers = 2, 3, 6, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19
n(E) = 8
- . nffi) 8 2
P (Prime number) = P(A) Ans.
= n(S) = 20 = 5
(ii) No. divided by 3 = 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18
n(E) = 6
P (no. divided by 3) = P(A) :�:
= ; = :o = :o Ans.

(iii) No. perfect square = 1, 4, 9, 16

n(E) = 4
P (Perfect square) = P(A) =
n(E) 4 -. 1 '
= Ane.
n(S) 20 = 5
sin 35° COB 55 ° + cos 35° sin 55 °
(b) Given:
cosec 2 10 ° - tan2 80 °
55)0 cos 55" + cos (90 - 55) 0 sin 55 °
= sin (90 -cosec 2 10 ° - tan. 2 (90 - 10) 0

COB 55" cos 55 + sin 55 sin 55

° ° ° ..
(1 + cot2 lO ) - cot 2 10
D °

cos2 55 ° + sin 2 55 ° 1
= 1 + cot2 10 ° - cot2 10° = i = 1 Ans.
(c) (i) See graph.
 (ii} Coordinate ofD = (-3, -2)
{iii) Geometrical name of ABOD is arrow.
(iv) Equation of the line of symmetry is
X = 0
Question 4.
(a) When dfoided by x - 3 the polynomial,s x3 - px2 + x + 6 and 2x3 - x2 - (p + 3) x
- 6 leave the same remainder. Find the va/,ue of 'p'. [3]
(b) In the figure given alo ngside AB and CD are two parallel A,,___..,......._..._
chords and O is the centre. If the radius of the circle is 15
cm, find the distance MN between the two chords of length
24 cm and 18 cm respectively. [3]
(c) The. distribution given below sh9ws the marks obtained by 25 stu.dents in an
aptitude test. Find the mean, median and mode oftke distributum. [4] -
d
l:;r�;:: l; I: I� I! I: I � I
o

Solution:
(a) Gillen: f(x) = x3 - px 2 + x + 6
g(x) = 2x3 - x2 - (p + 3) x - 6
when fl,.x) is divided by (x - 3) remainder /(3) and f(x) is divided by (x - 3)
remainder g(3).
/f.3) = g(3)
(3) 3
- (3) 2
p+ 3+6 = 2 (3) 3 - (3)2 - (p + 3) 3 - 6
27 - 9p + 3 + 6 = 54 - 9 - (p + 3) 3 - 6
36-9p = 30-3p
9p-3p = 36-30
6p = 6
=> p= l Ans.
(b) Given : OA = OC = 15 cm, AB = 24 cm, CD = 18 cm.
Now AM = 12, CN 9 =
In A OAM, OA 2 = OM2 + AM2
OM2 = OA2 -·AM2
= 15 2 -122
= 225-144
= 81
OM= 9
Similarly, in 11 OCN, 002 = ON 2 + CN 2
ON2 = OC 2 - CN2 = 15 2 - 92
= 225 - 81 = 144
ON= 12
MN =OM+ ON = 9 + 12 = 21 cm. Ans.
(c) --�--- t x;fl cf
5 3 15 3
6 9 54 12
7 6 42 18
8 4 32 22
9 2 18 24
10
----- 1 -- 10 25
J:/=25 Th:Ji = 171
1;
r
Mean == u/ = 51 == 6·84 Ans.
n= 25 (odd)

Median = (n; l term = 13 th term = 7 Ans.

Mode = 6 (maximum freq.) Ans.

SECTION B [40 Marks]
Answer any four Questions in this Section.
Question 5.
(a) Without solving the following quadratic equation, find the vcdue of 'p' for which
the roots are equal.
[3]
(b) Rohit borrows , 86,000 from Arun for two years at 5% per annum simple
interest. He immediately lends out this money to Akshay at 5% compound
interest compounded annually for the same period. Calculate Rohit's profit in
the transaction at the end of the two years. [3]
(c) Mrs. Kapoor opened a Saving Bank Account in State Bank of India on 9th
January 2008. Her pass book entries for the year 2008 are given below
Date Particulars Withdrawals Deposits Balance
(in V (in,) (inf)
Jan 9, 2008 By Cash - 10,000 10,000
Feb 12, 2008 By Cash - 15,500 25,500
April 6, 2008 To Cheque 3,500 - 22,000
April 30, 2008 To Self 2,000 - 20,000
July 16, 2008 By Cheque - 6,500 26,500
Aug. 4, 2008 To Self 5,500' - 21,000
Aug. 20, 2008 To Cheqlll 1,200 - 19,800
Dec. 12, 2008 By Cash - 1,700 21,500
Mrs. Kapoor closed the account on 31st December, 2008. If the bank pays
interest at 4% per annum, find the interest Mrs. Kapoor receives on closing the
aecount. Give your answer correct to the nearest rupee. [4]
Solution:
(a) Roots are equal ⇒ b 2 -.4ac = 0
b 2 = 4ac
 a - p, --3 , c - .
G.wen .b-4

1�
16 = 4.p.:-l

j•:
: : :fl� j-
16 4
p = 12 =a
Ans.

(b) Given : P = 86,000, R = 5%,'T = 2 years.

5X2
= '8,600
T�

[(!�J-
l

= 86,ooo [(1 + � 1]= 86,000 1]= 86,ooo x �� = � s,srn

1 0 4
Profit = C.I. - S.I. = 8,815 - 8,600
= t215 Ans.
(c) Minimum balance for the month
January 10,000
February· 10,000
March 25,500
April 20,000
May 20,000
June 20,000
July 20,000
August 19,800
September 19,800
October 19,800
November 19,800
Principal = { 2,04, 700, R = 4%
P x Rx T 2,04,700 x 4 x 1
S.l. =
100 = 100 X 12
= t 682·33 = t 682. Ans.
Question 6.
(a) A manufacturer marks an articl.e for, 5,000. He sells it to a wholesaler at a
discount of 25% on. the market price and the wholesaler sells it to a retaikr at a
discount of 15% on the market price. The retailers sells it to a consumer at the
market price and at each stage the VAT is 8%. Calculate the amount of VAT
received by the Government from :
(i) the wholesaler (ii) the retailer. [3]
(b) In the following figure O is the centre of the circle and AB is a tangent to it at
point B. L BDC = 65°. Find L BAO. [3]

A
(c) A doorway is decorated as shown in th£ figure. There
are four semi-circles. BC, the diameter of the larger
semi circle is of length 84 cm. Centres of the three
equal semi-circles lie on BC. ABC is an isosceles
• triangle with AB = 'AC. If BO = OC, find the area of
the shaded region.(rake 1'= 2:) [41
8

Solution:
(a) Given: Cost of manufacturer = t 5,000
S.P. ofmanufec,turer = C.P. of wholesaler
25
= 5, 000 5, 000
- lQ0 X
= 5,000 - 1,250
= '3,750
S.P. of wholesaler = C.P. of retailer
15
= 5,000 5,000
- lO0 X
::: 5,000-750
= t4,250
S.P. of retailer = C.P. of consumer
== '5,000
8
(i) VAT by the wholesaler x 3,750
= lOO
= ,aoo Ans.
(ii) VAT by retailer = � x (4,250 - 3,750)
1 0
8
x500
= 100
= t40. Ans.
Cb) AB is tangent � L ABO = 90"
L BDC = 65 ° (given)
=> L BCD = 90 ° - 65° = 25 °
LBOE = 2x25° (angle at centre)
= 50°
LBAO = 90° -LBOE
L BAO = 90 ° - 50 °
= 40 ° Ans.
(c) Let AB= AC =x cm.
As angle in semi circle is 90 °
r..e., LA= 90°
In right angled 11 ABC, by Pythagoras theorem, we get
AB2 + AC2 = BC2
.:r;2 + x2 = 842
 2x2 = 84x 84
x2 = 84x 42
1
Now Area of 6ABC = xABx AC
2
1
=
2 x84x42
= 1764cm2•
Diameter of semicircle (2r) = 84 cm
Radius (r) = ½ x 84 = 42 cm

Area of semicircle = ½ w2 = ½ 2;x x 42 x 42

= 2772cm2 .
. 1
Diameter of each (three equal) semicircles =
3 x 84 = 28 cm.
Radius of the 3 equal semicircles = ½ x 28 = 14 cm.

Area of three equal semi circles = 3 x ½ w2

1 22
= 3X
2 x-7 X 14 X 14
= 924 cm 2 .
Area of shaded region = Area of semicircles + Area of three equal circles
- Area of A ABC
= 2772 + 924-1764
= 3696-1764
= 1932 cm2 • I Ans.
Question 7.
(a) Use ruler and compasses only for this question :
(i) Construct L1 ABC, where AB = 3.5 cm, BC = 6 cm and LABC = 60 °.
(ii) Construct the locus ofpoints inside the triangle which are equidistant from
BA and BC.
(iii) Construct the locus ofpoints inside the triangle which are equidistant from
BandC.
(iv) Mark the point P which is equidistant from AB, BC and also equidistant
from B o.nd C. Measure and record the length of PB. (3]
(b) The equation of a line is 3x + 4y - 7 == 0. Find
(i) the slope of the line.
(ii) fhe equation of a line perpendicular to the giuen line and passing through
the intersection of the lines .x -y + 2 = 0 and 3x + y - 10 == 0. [3]
(c) The mean of the following distribution is 52 and the freque.ncy of class interval
30-40 is 'f. Find 'f.
Class Interval 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80
Frequency 5 3 f 7 2 6 13 [4]
Solution:
(a) Steps of Construction :
(i) Draw BC = 6 cm and make an angle at B =
60 ° . Cut BA = 3· 5 cm and meet A to C. This
is the required A ABC.
(ii)Draw the bisector of .6. ABC and perpen­
dicular bisector of BC; both intersecting at
P. '"'---_.___�....._..----_,,.c
6cm
(iii) P is the required point. PB = 3·5 cm.
(b) Given : Equation of the line is
3x +4y-7 = 0
4y = -3x + '7
3
--x+- 7
y = 4 4

(i) Slope of_the line (m 1) = -} Ans.

-1 -1 4
(ii) Slope of the perpendicular line (m2) = = =
mi -3/4 3
Intersection of the lines x-y+2 = 0 ... (i)
and 3x + y - 10 = 0 ... (ii)
By Adding equation (i) and (ii) 4x = 8 X := 2
Put x = 2, in equation (i) we get
2-y+2 = O ⇒ y = 4
Equation of line Y-Y1 = m2<x-x1)
4
y-4 = (x- 2)
3
4x-3y +4 = 0 Ans.
(c) Interval Frequency {fJ X·I di =x1 -A ft�
10--20 5 15 -30 -150
20-30 3 25 -20 -60
30-40 f 35 -10 -10/
40-50 7 · 45 0 0
A
50--60 2 55 10 20
60-70 6 65 20 120
70--80 13 75 30 390
36+/ "i/,,-d;, = 320- 10/
 Lf..-d,
Mean= A +N
52 _
-
45 320-10/
+ 3 6+ [
_ 320-10/
⇒ 7 -
36+/
⇒ 252 + 7f = 320 - lOf
=> 17/ = 68
⇒ f == 4 Ans.
Question 8.
(a) Use the Remainder Theorem to factorise the following expresswn :
2x3 + x2 - 13x + 6 [3]
. . ha
. d proportwn, prove t t E.(x + y) 2
x
(b) lf x, y, z are in continue [3].
1Y + Z,1, 12 = Z- .
(c} From the top of a light house 100 m high the angles of depression of two ships
on opposite sides of it are 48 ° and 36" respectively. Find the distance between
the two ships to the nearest metre. [4]
A

Solution:
(a} Given : f(x) = 2x3 + x2 - 13x + 6
f(l) = 2 + 1 - 13 + 6 0 *
/{-1) = -2 + 1 + 13 + 6 :;t 0
/(2) = 16 + 4 - 26 + 6 = 0
So, x - 2 is one factor of�) by remainder theorem.
2x2 + Sx-3
X - 2) 2x3 + X2 - 13x + 6
2x3_4x2
- +

sx2-1ax +6
-5:r2-10x
+
--3x + 6
-3x+6
X
:. The other factors of/{,:,)
· are the factors of 2x2 + 5x - 3.
= 2x2 +6x-x-3
= 2x (x + 3) - 1 (x + 3)
= (.2x - 1) (,:, + 3)
Hence, 2x8 +·x2 - 13x + 6 = (2:i:: - 1) (x + 3) (x - 2) Ans.
(b) If x, y, z are in continued proportion
�= ':l=k
y z
=> y=kz
�a x=�=�
L·HS _ (% + y)2 _ (k2z + kz)2
· .- (),o +z)2 - (kz+z)2
k2z 2 (k + 1)2
= z 2 (k + 1)2
= k2
x k2z
RHS -- - --k2
· · ·-z _ z _
Hence L.H.S. = R.H.S. Proved
AD
(c) In !J.ABD, tan48 ° = BD
100 A
⇒ 1·11 = BD
100
l·ll = 90·09 m
BD =

In!J.ACD, tan36° =�
0·7265 = �i
100
⇒ DC = 0_7265 = 137·64 m
BC= BD+DC
= 90·09 + 137·64
= 227·73m. Ans.
Question 9.
(a) Evaluate :
° D
[4 sin 30 2 cos 60 ] [4 5] [3]
sin 90 D 2 cos 0 ° 5 4
(b) In the figure ABC is a triangle with L EDB = LACB. A
Prove that L!. ABC - .i1 EBD.
If BE= 6cm, EC =4cm, BD=5 cm and area of ABED
= 9 cm2. Calculate the :
(i) length ofAB s�____.____,_,,c
(ii) f
area o "1.ABC. [4] E
(c) Vivek inuests , 4,500 in 8%, , 10 shares at , 15. He sells the shares when the
price rises to , 30, and inuests the proceeds in 12% , 100 shares at t 125.
Calculate:
(i) the sale proceeds.
(ii) the number of' 125 shares M. buys.
(iii) the change in his annual income from dividend. [4]
Solution:

4 sin 30° 2 cos 60° 4

[ ] [
sin 90° 2 cos 0" 5 45]
(a) Given:

:::][: :]
= [� �][: :]

= 14 13
[13 14]
Ans.

(b) L EDB == L ACB (given)

LDBE = LABC
LDEB = LBAC (AA axiom)
=> .6.ABC ~ AEBD Proved
(i) Given : BE = 6 cm ► EC = 4 cm, BD = 5 cm.
AB = BC AC
EB BD Eo
=

AB = BC
EB BD
AB _ BE + EC _ 6 + 4 10
2
6 5 5 _ 5 _
AB= 12cm Ans.
Area of A ABC AB2 144
(ii) =
Area of A EBD EB 2 = 36
Area of /J. ABC (12)2
9 = (6)2
144 X 9
Area of A ABC = m.
36 = 36
⇒ Ans.
4,500
(c) Number of shares bought = �
= 300
Total face value = , 300 x 10
= '3,000
Dividend = l�O x 3, 0 00
= t 240.
Amount received on selling 300 shares for , = 300 x 30 =, 9,000
(i) Sale proceeds =, 9,000 - , 4,500 =, 4,500 Ans.
9,000
(ii) Number of shares bought at t 125 = 125
= 72 Ans.
 (iii) Total face value of 72 shares = " 72 x 100
= '7,200
12
Dividend 7, 200
== l00 x
= '864.
Change in his annual income = 864 - 240
= ,624. Ans.
Question 10.
(a) A positive number is ditJided into two parts such that the sum of the squares of
the two parts is 208. The square of the larger part is 8 times the smaller part.
Taking x as the smaller part of the two parts, find the number. [4]
(b) The monthly income of a group of 320 employees in a company i,s giuen below :
Monthly Income No. ofEmployees
6000-7000 20
7000--8000 45
8000--9000 65
9000-10000 95
10000--11000 60
11000-12000 30
12000--13000 5
Draw an ogive of the given distribution on a graph sheet taking 2 cm= t' 1,000
on one axis and 2 cm = 50 employees on the other a:cis. From the graph
determine:
(i) the median uiage.
(ii) the number of employees whose income is below � 8,500
(iii) If the salary of a senior employee is above f 11,500, find the number of
senior employees in the company.
(iv) the. upper quartile. [6]
Solution:
(a) Let x and y are the two parts.
x2 +y 2 = 208 -· .(1)
y2 = Bx ... (2)
=> x2 + Bx - 208 = 0
-b ± ✓ b 2 -4ac
X =.
2a
Here, a = 1, b = 8, c = - 208
- 8 ± ✓ (8)2 - 4 X 1 X (- 208)
2xl
 ✓
-8 ± 64 +832
---

-8 ± 29·93 - 8 + 29·93 - 8 - 29·93

= 2
= or
2 2
= - 18·96 or 10·97
y2 = Bx
= 8 X 10·97
= 87·76
y =- 9·37
Number = x +y
= 10·97 + 9·37
= 20·34 Ans.

. l[n (n ] 1
(i) Median - - - + - + 1 - - [160 + 161] = 160·5
-2 2 2 -2
Required median = , 9,300 (from graph) Ans.
(ii) Number of employees whose income is below , 8,500 = 92·5 approx. Ans.
 Number of senior employees in the company = 320 - 302 = 18.
(iii)
Ans.
-3n 3 X 320
Upper quartile =
(iv)
4 = --4-- = 240
Upper quartile = 10,200.
Question 11.
(a) Construct a regular hexagon of side. 4 cm. Constroct a circle circumscribing the
hexagon. [3]
(b) A hemispherical bowl of diameter 7.2 cm is filled completely with clwcolate
sauce. This sauce is poured into an inuerted cone of radius 4.8 cm. Find the
height of the cone. [3]
. ✓ a + b + ✓ a - b2
.------c
2 2 2
(c} Gwen x = ---;::::;::::::::::::.=---;=;��
✓ a2 + b2 - {a2" - b2
a2.r
Use componendo and dividendo to prove that b 2 = � l . [4]
X +
Solution:
(a) Steps of Construction :
(i) Using the given data, construct the regular
hexagon ABCDEF with each side equal to 4
cm.
(ii) Draw the perpendicular bisectors of sides AB
and AF which intersect each other at point
0.
(ill) With O as centre and OA as radius draw a circle which will pass through
all the vertices of the regular hexagon ABCDEF.
(b) Giuen; Diameter of hemispherical bowl = 7·2 cm
Radius of hemispherical bowl = 3·6 cm
Volume of hemispherical bowl = f x ;,.a
2 22
=
3 7 x 3·6 x 3·6_x 3·6
x

= 97·76 cm. 3 .
1
Volume of cone = x 1tR2h
3
1 22
= a X ? X 4•8 X 4·8 X h

= 24·14 xh cm. 3
Volume of cone = Volume of hemiaperical bowl
24· 14 X h = 97·76
97·76
h = 24·14
= 4·05 cm. Ana.
 . ✓a2 + b2 + ✓a2 - b2
✓a + b2 - {;;I - b2
(c) Gwen :x=-'-;===---;=:--­
2

Componendo and dividendo

X +1 Na2 + b2+ ✓a2 -b2) + c ✓a2 + b2- ✓a2 -b2)
x-1 = (✓a2 + b2·+ ✓a2-b2)-Na2 + b2- ✓a2-b2)
2 c ✓a2 + b2)
= 2 ✓a2 -b 2
(x + 1)2 a2 + b2
<x-1)2 = a2-b2
Again componendo and dividendo
(x + 1)2 + {x -1)2 a 2 + b2 + a2 - b2
(x + 1)2 - (x - 1) 2 = a 2 + b2 - a2 + b2
2.:x:2 + 2 2a2
= 2b
2
.x
x24+ 1 a2
2x = b2
- 2a?x
b2 -
x2 + 1 Proved
 ICSE Question Paper (2011)
MATHEMATICS
SECTION A [40 Marks]
(Answer all questions from this Section.)
Question 1.
(a) Find the value of'k' if (x - 2) is a factor of:
x3 +2:C-kx + 10

= [!J is the product AB possible ? Give a. reason. Ifyes,

Hence determine whether (::t + 5) is also a factor.

=[! _:]
[3)

(b) If A and B

find AB. [3]

(c) Mr. Kumar borrowed t 25,000 for two years. The rate of interest for the two
successive years are 8% and 10% respectively. If he repay!! t 6,200 at the end of
the first year, find the outstanding amount at the end of the second year. [4]
Solution:
(a) Let f(x) = x 3 + 2x-2 - kx + 10
·: (x - 2) is a factor,.

f(.2) = 0
/(2) = 8 + 8 - 2k + 10 = 0
k = 13
To check for (x + 5) is a factor,

f(-5) = (-5)3 + 2 (-6)2 - 13 (-5) + 10

= -125 + 50 + 65 + 10 = 0
:. (x + 5) is a fact.or.

(b) Azx2 • B2x1

From the order of both the matrix A and B, it is clear that AB is possible
because the number of columns of A are equal to the number of rows of B.

AB=[! _:]t]
[6 20]
= +
8 - 8

= [�] Ans.
 (c) Given : Principal = t 15,000

We know that A = P( l J
+ l�O

Amount after 1 '' year = 15, 000 (1 + l� )

O
= '16,200
Principal after repayment = 16,200 - 6,200 = t 10,000
Amount outstanding at the end of second year

= 10, 000 (1 + 1��)

= '11,000 Ans.
Question 2.
(a) From a pack of 52 playing cards all card8 whose numbers are multiples of 3 are
remoued. A card is now drawn at random.
What is the probability that the card drawn is
(i) a face card (King, Jack or Queen)
(ii) an even numbered red card ? [3]
(b) Salve the following equation :
.
x-- JB = 6. G'we your answer correct to two srgm-fieant fig ures. [3]
X
(c) In the given figure O is the centre of the circle.
Tangents at A and B meet at C. If L AOC = 30",
find
(i) LBCO
(ii) LA.OB
(iii) LAPB
Solution:
(a) Number of cards which are multiples of 3 = 12
Cards left. in the pack = 40
(i} Number of face cards = 12
12 3
P (face card) = Ans.
40 = 10
(ii) Even numbered red cards = 10
10 1
P (even number red card) = = Ans.
40 4
(b) Let x 2 - 6x - 18 = 0
Compare with equation a,x2 + bx + c = 0, we get
a = 1, b = -6, c = -18

Now, X =

6± ✓ 36 + 72
=
2
 6±6 {s
= ::::;, x=3±31a
2
= 3± 5•196
X

Taking +ve and - ve sign respectively, we get

x = 8·196 or x = -2·196 Ans.
(c) AACO = ABCO (R.H.S.)
LBCO = LACO (C.P.C.T.)
(i) LBCO = 30"
In '1.ACO, L OAC = 90° (Radius is perpendicular to tangent)
LAOC = soe.
Also LBOC = 60 ° (C.P.C.T.)
(ii) L AOB = 12o e
(ill) L APB = 60° (Angle at circumference is half the
angle at the centre)
Question 8.
(a) Ahmed has a recurring deposit account in a bank. He deposits , 2,500 per
month for 2 years. If he gets, 66,250 at the time of maturity, find
(i) The interest paid by th,e bank.
(ii) The rate of interest. [3]
(b) Calculate the area of the shaded region, if the diameter of the semi circle is
equal to 14 cm.
22
Take tr=
7 [3]

A..---+t----,B..---11----,C

F
(c) ABC is a triangle and G(4, 3) is the centroid of the triangle. If A= (1, 3), B=
(4, b) and C = (a, 1), find 'a' and 'b'. Find the length of side BC. [4]
Solution:
(a) (i) Interest = 66,250 - 2,500 x 24
= 66,250 - 60,000
= , 6,250 'Ans
.
n (n + l)
(ii) · al =
Prin cip · d per month
x sum of d epos1te
2
= 24 (2:
+ l) X 2,600
 R _ 6,250 x 2 x 100 x 12
-
2,500 X 24 X 25
== 10% p.a. Ans.
(b) Area of shaded portion = Complete area - area of the two quadrants
= (Area of ACDE + Area of semi circle EFD)
- (Area of Quadrant ABE +
Area of Quadrant BCD)

== {14 X 7 + i 2
(7) }-{� (7)2 + i (7)2}
= {14 X 7 +i (7>2}-{i (7)2}
= 2
98cm. Ans.
2 3 1 + �2 + Y3J A(1,3)
(c) Coordinate of centroid G (x, + � + x /

1+4+a
⇒
3
= 4 � a = 7

3+b+l
= 3 ⇒ b = 5
3

Now, BC === ✓(4- 7) 2

+ (5-1)
2
8 ____......_____..c
= ✓ 9 + 16 = 5 units. Ans.
(4, b) (B, 1)

Question 4.
(a) Solve the following inequation and represent the solution set on the number line
2x - 5 5 5x + 4 < 11, where x E I. [3]
(b) Evaluate witlwut using trigonometric tables : J

2(�:;:::J + (::!::J-3 (�:::4��-) [3]

(c) A Mathematics aptitude. test of 50 students was recorded as follows :

Marks 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 90-100
No. of students 4 8 14 19 5
Draw a histogram for the aboue data using a graph paper and locate the mode.
[4]
Solution:
(a) Given= 2x-5 $ 5x+4 and 5x+ 4 < 11
-3x s; 9 5x < 7
X � -3 X < 1·4
-3 $ X
Solution set, x e l-3,-2,-1,0,1}
. .
-5-4-3-2-1
�
0 1
. .
2 3
 4
(bl Giuen : 2 (:: ;;: J + (: !�:)- 3 (.::. �� 0)
= 2 (tan (90° - 55") J + (cot (90" - 35"))- (sec (90° - 50°))
cot 55" tan 35 ° 3
cosec 50 °

= 2(:::::J +(:::::)-3 (::::)

= 2+1-3=0 Ans.
(c)

Mode from graph = 82·5.

SECTION B (40 Marks]
An.swer any four Questions in th-is Section.
Question 5.
(a) A manufacturer sells a washing machine to a wholesaler for , 15,000. The
wholesaler sells it to a trader at a profit of, 1,200 and the trader in turn sells it
to a consumer at a profit of'- 1,800. If the rate of VAT is 8% find:
(i) The amount of VAT received by the State Government on the sale of th-is
machine from the manufacturer and the wlwlesaler.
(ii) The amount toot the consumer pays for the machine. (3)
(b} A solid cone of radius 5 cm and height B cm is melted and made into small
spheres of radius 0.5 cm. Find the number ofsplieres formed. [3]
(c) ABCD is a parallelogram where A(x, y), B (5, 8), C (4, 7) and D (2, -4). Find
(i) Coordinates ofA
(ii) Equation of diagonal BD. [4]
Solution:
8
(a) (i) VAT received by Govt. from manufacturer = 15,000
x 100 = , 1, 2 0 0

VAT from wholesaler = 1200

, 8
x 100 =
, 96
Total VAT from manufacturer and wholesaler
= 1200 + 96 = , 1296 Ans.
 (ii) Amount that customer pays = (15000 + 1200 + 1800) + VAT
18,000 X 8
= 18 000
• + 100
= 18,000 + 1440 = , 19.440 Ans.
Volume of cone
(b) Number of spheres =
Vo1ume o f each aphere
1 2
31t (fi) (S) 50 X 1011
-
!3 1t (O·S)3 -: 5 X 5 X 5
= 400 Ans.
(c) In a parallelogram. mid point of diagonal BD co-incides with the mid point of
diagonal AC.
MidpollltofBD =
5 2 8 4
; , ; } (i,
2J ,.,.------ -,.D
(2,-4)

4
MidpollltofAC = "; /; )
7

x+4 7
Equating,
-:z- = 2 :::) x=3
B------�
(5, 6)
y+7_2
2 -. � y = -3
(i) Co-ordinates of A (3, -3). Ans.
8-(--4) 12
(ii) m of BD = 5 _ 2 = 3 = 4
Equation ofBD,
Y-Yi = m Cx-x1)
y + 4 = 4 (,:-2)
y = 4x-4 Ans.
Question 6.
(a) Use a graph paper to answer the following questions. (Ta� 1 cm = 1 u.nit on
both axes).
(i) Plot A(4, 4), B (4, -6) and C (8, OJ, the vertices of a triangle ABC.
(ii) Reflect ABC on the y-axi.s and name it as A 11'C�
(iii) Write the coordinates of the image A� B' and C�
(iv) Give a geometrical name for the figure AA' C' B" BC.
(v) Identify -the line of symTMtry ofAA' C' B� BC. [5]
(b) Mr. Choudhury opened a Saving's Bank Account at State Bank of India on 1st
April 2007. The entries of one year as shown in his pass book are given below :
Date Particulars Withdrawa/,s Deposits Balance
(in '-I (inV (in 'J
1st April 2007 By Cash - 8550.00 8550.00
12th April 2007 To Self 1200.00 - 7350.00
24th April 2007 By Cash - 4550.00 11900.00
 8th July 2007 By Cheque 1500.00 13400.00
10th Sept. 2007 By Cheque 3500.00 16900.00
17th Sept. 2007 To Cheque 2500.00 14400.00
11th Oct. 2007 By Cash 800.00 15200.00
6th Jan. 2008 To Self 2000.00 13200.00
9th March 2008 By Cheque 950.00 14150.00
If the bank pays interest at the rate of 5% per annum, find the interest paid on
1st April, 2008. Give your answer correct to the nearest rupee. [5]
Solution:
(a) (i) In the given diagram.
(ii) In the given diagram.
(iii) A' (-4, 4)
B' (--4, --6)
C' (--8, 0)
(iv) Hexagon.
(v) Y-Axis is the line of
symmetry.
(b) Minimum Balances
April 7,350.00
May 11,900.00
June 11,900.00
July 13,400.00
August 13,400.00
September 14,400.00
October 14,400.00
November 15,200.00
December 15,200.00
January 13,200.00
February 13,200.00
March 14,150.00
1,57, 700.00 ⇒ P =' 1,57, 700
I 1,57,700 x 5 1
=
100 X 12
7 5
= �: = '657.08 Ans.
Question 7.
(a) Using componendo and dividend.a, find the value of x
✓ ax+4+ ✓ 3x-5 = 9 [3]
✓ ax +4- ✓ 3x-5
(b) If A =[21 5
3
], B =[ 4
-1
2
- ]and I is the identity matrix of the same order and
3
A1 is the transpose of matrix A, findA1 .B + Bl. [3]
(c) In the adjoining figure ABC is a right angled c
triangle with L BAC = 90 °.
{i) Pro1Je .dADB ~ L1. CDA
(ii) If BD = 18 cm, CD = 8 cm, find AD.
Find the ratio of the area of .d ADB is to
(iii) A..._________.........,.B
area of .1 CDA [ 4]
Solution:
✓ 3:x + 4 + ✓ 3x - 5 9
(a) Given:
✓ ax +4- ✓ 3x-5
· Applying componendo and Dividendo,
✓ ax+4+ ✓ 3x:-5+-l3%+4- ✓ 3x-5 9+1
✓ 3x+4+ ✓ ax-5- ✓ 3x+4+ �5 = 9-1
2 ✓ 3x+ 4 10
2 ✓ ax-5 - 8
✓ 3x+4 5
✓ ax-5 - 4
3x+ 4 25
Squaring both sides,
3x-5 = 16
Applying Componendo and Dividendo.
3x + 4 + 3x - 5 25 + 16
3x + 4 - 3x: + 5 = 25 - 16
6x-1 41
-9-=9
6.x = 42
= 7 Ans.
[2
X

(b) Transpose of matrix A, At =

�]
At·B = [25 3l] . [-41 -23 ]
[ 8"-1
-
-4+4] [
7
== 20-3 -10+9 = 17 -1
1]
B.I = -1[ 4 -2]3 . [10 OJ1 = [-41 -:J
 -1] [ 4
A·B+B.I
'
=
[ 17
7 -1 + -1 -:]
= [1:
�] Ans.

(c) Let
C
L DAB= 8

L DAC = 90-8

L DBA = 90-8
B
LDCA = 8
·. · All three angles of .6. ADB are equal to all angles of A ODA.
(i) /J.ADB - ACDA Proved
(ll.. ) CD = AD
AD BD
AD 2
= CDxBD
= 8 x 18 => AD = 12 Ans.

.6.ADB 2 AD xBD
1
(iii) .6. CDA = ! AD X CD
2
BD 18
=·en =a
9
Ans.
Question 8.
(a) (i) Using step-ckviatum method, calculate the mean marks of the following
distribution.
(ii) State the modal class: [5]
Class Interval Frequency
50-55 5
55-60 20
60--65 10
65--70 10
70-75 9
75--80 6
80-85 12
85-90 8
(b) Marks obtained by 200 students in an examination are gi,ven below :

Marks No. of Students

0-10 5
10-20 11
20-30 10
30-40 20
40-50 28
50-60 37
60-70 40
70-80 29
80-90 14
90-100 6
Dra.w an ogive for the given distribution taking 2 cm= 10 marks on one axi.s
and 2 cm = 20 students on the other axi.s. Using the. graph, detennine
(i) The median marks.
(ii) The number of students who failed if minimum marks required to pass is
40.
(iii) If scoring 85 and rrwre marks is considered as grade one, find the number
of students who secured grade on in the examination. (5]
Solution:
(a) (i)
. C.I. f X d=x-67·5 u f.u
/

50-55 5 52·5 -1 5 -3 -15

55--iW 20 57·5 -10 -2 -40
60--65 10 62·6 -5 -1 -10
65-70 10 67·5 0 0 0
70-75 9 72·6 6 1 9
75--80 6 77·5 10 2 12
80-85 12 82·5 15 3 36
85-90 8 87·5 20 4 32
rt= 80 !,fu = 24

A.M. = 67·5
-
x = AM.+ J:fu
If xi.
24
= 67·5 + 80x5
= 67·5+1·5=69 Ans.
(ii) Modal class is 55-60 (class with heighest freq.) Ans.
(b)

(i) n = 200

Median = (�J observation

200J b .
= ( o servation
2
= 100th observation= 57·02 Ans.
(ii) Number of students who failed = 46 Ans.
(iii) Number of students who secured grade one = 200 - 1888 = 12. Ans.
Question 9.
(a) Mr. Parekh invested , 52,000 on 100 shares at ·a· discount of, 20 paying 8%
dividend. At the end of one year he sells the. shares at a premium of' 20. Find
(i) The annual dividend.
(ii) The profit earned including his dfoidend. [3]
(b) Draw a circk of radius 3.5 cm. Mark a po.int P outside the circle at a distance of
6 cm from the centre. Construct two tangents from P to the. given circle. Measure
and write down the length of one tangent. [8]
(c) Proi.,e that (cosec A - sin A) (sec A - cos A) sec A = tan A [4]
2

Solution:
(a) Investment=, 52,000, N.V =, 100, M.V. of one share=, (100 - 20) =, BO,
Dividend = 8%
Investment
No. of shares =
MV
52,000
=
80
= ,650
(i) Annual Dividend 650 x 100
= 1�0 x
= '5,200 Ans.
 (ii) Profit = Total S.P. + Dividend - Investment
= 650 X 120 + 5,200 - 52,000
== 78,000 + 5,200 - 52,000
= � 31,200 Ans.
(b) Length of the tangent= 4·8 cm.

(c) L.H.S. = (cosec A - sin A) (sec A - cos A) · sec2 A

= (.� A - sin A)(co! A - cos A} see' A

_ (1 - sin A)(l - cosA A)- sec A
- . A
2 2
2

sin2 Ax 1
- cos A ---
SID COS

- sin A cos A cos2 A

2

sin A
= cosA
= tan A= R.H.S. Hence Proved
Question 10.
(a) 6 is the mean proportion between two numbers ,: and y and 4{J is the third J
proportional of x and y. Find the numbers. [3]
(b) In what period of time will� 12,000 yield� 3,972 as compound interest at 10%. ·

(c) A man observes the angle of elevatwn of the top of a building to be 30 . He walks
per annum, if compounded on an yearly basis ? [3]
°

towards it in a Jwrizontal line through ils base. On cor.,ering 60 m the. angle of

elevation changes to 60 °. Find the. height of the building correct to the nearest
metre. [4]

62
Solution:

=> xy =
= 36
(a)

xy
..• (1)
x:y :: y:48

= 48
X y
y
=> y = 48x
Subtituting the value of x from (1),
2
... (2)

y = 48x­
2 36
Y
 => y = 48x36
3

y3 = 6x8x6x6
y = 12
X = 3 Ans.
(b) Given : P =, 12,000, C.I. =, 3,972, R% = 10% p.a.
Let A = P (1 + l J
�O

=> 15,972 = 12,000 ( 1 + 1�00 J

1331 (llJ
1000 = 10

=>
(i�J = (i�J
n = 3 years. Ans.
(c) Let BC =x and AB= h
In right angled 11 ADB A

tan soo =
so\ x
=> . 60 +x = h {a
Now right angled 11ACB h

tan 60 ° = -
h
X

X = h
{3 D..__.._______..__.____,B
60m C x
Equating 'x', "'l., _:_ 60 = ...fa
h
h _r;;·

==> 3h-60{3 = h
2h = 60-./3
h = 30-[s
= 51·96 m. Ans.
Question 11.
(a) ABC is a. triangle with AB = 10 cm, BC = 8 cm and AC = 6 cm (not drawn to
scale). Three circles are drawn touching each other with the vertices as their
centres. Find th.€ radii of the three circles. [3]
(b) , 480 is divided equa!ly among 'x' children. If the number of children were 20
more then each would have got � 12 less. Find 'x'. [3]
(c) Given equation of line L 1 is y = 4.

y'
(i) Write the slope of line L2 if Lz is the bisector of angle 0.
(ii) Write the co-ordinates ofpoint P.
(iii) Find the equation of L2. [4]
Solution:
(a) Let the three radii be x, y, z respectively.
x+y = 10 . ..(1)
y+z = a ... (2)
x+z = 6 ...(3)
Adding equation's (1), (2) and (3), 2.x + 2y + 2z = 24
X + y + Z = 12 ...(4)
Subtracting each equation (1), (2) and (3) from equation (4), we get
z = 2 cm, x = 4 cm,y = 6 cm. Ans.
j
(b) Initial share of each child = 4SO
X
480
New share of each child
= x + 20
Difference in share is, 12
480 480
= 12
7 - X + 20
1 1 12 1
;- X + 20 '= 480 = 40

x+ 20-x 1
X (X + 20) = 40

x + 20.x = 800
2

x + 20x - 800 = 0
2

x + 40x - 20x - 800 = O

2

x (x + 40) - 20(x + 40) = 0 (not possible)

x = 20 or x = - 40
X = 20 Ans.
(e) (i). Slope of L2 is m = tan45°
m = 1 (� makes an angle of 45° with X a:Jtis)
(ii) Equation of line �
y-O = 1 (x-0) It passes through (0, 0)
:. Equation of Li.a is y = x
P can be obtained by solving L1 and Lz simultaneously,
L1 y = 3
L2 y = X
On solving, we get X = 3,y: 3

Co-ordinate of P (3, 3) Ans.

(iii) Equation of� is y = x [as solved above part (ii)).
••
Ans
 ICSE Question Paper (2012)
MATHEMATICS
SECTION A [40 Marks]
(Answer all questions from this Section.)
Question 1.

(a) IfA =L� �]and[=[� �], /indA2-5A + 71. [3]

(b) The monthly pocket money of Ravi and Sanjeeu are in the ratio 5 : 7. Their
expenditures are in the ratio 3 : 5. If each saues t 80 euery month, find their
monthly pocket money. [3]
(c) Using the Remainder Theorem factorise completely the following polynomi,al :
3x3 + 2x2-19x + 6 [4]
Solution:
(a) Let A= [ 3 �] and I = [ � �]

�J L: �J
-1

than A2 = [ 3
-1
[9-1 3 + 2) [ 8 53]
= -3 �2 -1 + 4 = -5
8 5)- 5 [ 3 1) + 7 [1 OJ
A2 - 5A + 71 = [
-5 3 -1 2 0 1

-
= [� :] [� 1!]+[: �]
= [8 - 15 + 7 5 - 5 + 10]
-5 + 5 + 0 3 - 10 + 7

[
= �
�]=o Ans.

(b) Let monthly pocket money of Ravi is 5x and Sanjeev is 7:x.

5.x-80 3
7x-80 - 5
� 25x-400 = 21.x-240
4:c = 160
X = 40
Ravi's pocket money = 5 x 40 = , 200
Sanj�ev's pocket money = 7 x 40 = , 280 Ans.
(c) Let f{x) = 3x3 + 2x2 - 19.x + 6
Using hit and trial method,
'f{l) = 3 + 2 - 19 + 6 i= O
 /(-1) = -3 + 2 + 19 + 6 � 0
/{2) = 24 + 8 - 38 + 6 = 0
:_ (x - 2) is a- factor of-/{x).
Now,
3x2 + Bx-3
X - 2) 3x3 + 2x2 - 19x_ + 6

3x3-6x2
Bx2 -19x
8x2 -16x
-3x+6
--3x + 6
X

To factorise 3x2 + 8x-3

= 3x2 + 9.x:-x-3
= 3x (x + 3) - 1 (x + 3)
= (3x - 1) (x + 3)
3x3 + 2x2 - 19x + 6 = (x - 2) (Sx - 1) (x + 3) Ans.
• I

Hence
Question 2.
(a) On what sum of money will the difference between the compound interest and
simple interest for 2 years be equal to, 25 if the rate of interest charged for both
is 5% p.a. ? [3]
)
(b ABC is an isosceles ht angled triangle with LABC =
rig A
90 °. A semi-circle is drawn with AC as the diameter. If
AB = BC = 7 ·cm, find the area of the shaded region.
(Take ir= �) [3]

(c) Given a line segment AB joining the points A (-4, 6)

and B (B, -3). Find:
(i) the ratio in which AB i.s divided by the y-axis.
(ii) find the coordinates of the point of intersection.
(iii) the length ofAB. [4]
Solution:
(a) Let the principal be , P.
Giuen : R = 5%, T = 24 years

C.I. for 2 years +J

= +1� -P
Px5x2 P
S.l. for 2 years
= 100 = 10
·. · Difference between C.I. and S.P. = , 25

P(l + i!oJ -P-io = 25

 41�: - 1:: = 25
441P - 440P
= 25
400
P = 10,000
Hence, the principle be 10,000 Ans.
(b) Let ABC is a right angled triangle. So
AC 2 = AB 2 + BC 2
= (7)2 + (7)2 = 2(7)2
AC= 1{2
1 22 (7 �·f
Area of seIDI. crrc
_ Ie =
2 x 7 x 2-)
1 22 49 X 2
= 2x7x-4-

= 38·5 cm2
1
Area of !J. ABC = x 7 x 7 = 24·5 cm2
2
Area of shaded region = Area of semi circle - Area of fl ABC.
= 38·5 - 24·5 = 14 cm2• Ans.
(c) Let P be the point at which
(i) AB intersect y-axis
Let AP : PB = m : n B (8, - 3)

X =
mx1 + nx2
m+n
and my1 + ny2
y = m+n
= m·B + n (-4) C A(-4, 6)
0 m + n.
Bm-4n
- - - =O
m+n
Sm= 4n
m:n = 1:2 Ans.
(ii) my2 + ny1
y = m+n
1 X (-3) + 2 X 6
1+2
-3+12
Using the above ratio, 3
y = 1+2 =
:. Point of P be (0, 3) Ans.
(iii) AB = ✓ (x2 - x1Y + (y2 - Y1)
2 2

= ✓ (-4-8)2 + (6 + 3)2
= ✓ 144 + 81 = 15 units. Ans.
Question 3.
(a} In the given figure O is the centre of the circle and AB is a tangent at B. If AB =
15 cm and AC= 7.5 cm. Calculate the radius of the circle. [3]

(b) Evaluate witlwut using trigonometric tables :

·
. tan36 °
cosi 26° + cos 64° sin 26° [3]
+ cot 54 0
(c) Marks obtained by 40 students in a short assessment is given below, where a
and b are two missing data.
7 8 9
16 13 b
lfthe mean of the distribution is 7.2, find a and b. [4]
Solution:
(a) Applying intercept theorem
ACxAD = AB2
7·5 X (7·5 + 2R) = 152
where R is the radius of the circle
15 15
(7·5 + 2R) = � = 30
7
2R = 22·5
R = 11·25 cm. Ans.
tan 36 °
(b) Given: cos2 26° + cos 64° sin 26° + --­
cot 54°
°
tan (90
. 26 ° + --
°)·sm -- - 54
­ °)
= cos 26 + cos (90
2 ° °
- 26
cot 54°
. 2 ° cot 54 °
= (cos2 26° + sm 26
. ) + --
cot 54°
= 1+1=2 Ans.
(c) Let 6 + a + 16 + 13 + b = 40
⇒ a+b=5 ... (i)

Mean
-
X !Ix
:::.
"E,f
._ 30 + 6a + 112 + 104 + 9b
72 - . 40
246 + 6a + 9b = 288
6a+9b = 42
2a +3b = 14 ... (ii)
Solving (i) and (ii), we get
b = 4, a.= 1 Ans.
Question 4.
(a) Kiran deposited , 200 per month for 36 months in a bank's recurring deposit
account. If the bank pays interest at the rate of 11% per annum, find the amount
she gets on maturity. [3]
(b) Two coins are tossed once. Find the probability of getting :
(i) 2 heads
(ii) at least 1 tail. [3]
(c) Using graph paper and taking 1 cm = 1 unit along both x-axis and y-axis.
(i) Plot the points A(--4, 4) and B (2. 2)
(ii) Reflect A and B in the origin to get the images A' and B' respectively.
(iii) Write down the co-ordinates ofA' and B �
(iv) Give the. geometrical name for the figure ABA 'B�
(v) Draw and name its lines of symmetry. . [4]
Solution:
(a) Given ; P per month=, 200, Time (n) = 36 months, R = 11%.
n (n + l)
Equivalent principal for 36 months = 200 x
2

= 200x 36; 37
= 36 X 37 X 100
PRT
Interest =
100
36 X 37 X 100 X 11 X 1
=
100 X 12
= '1221
Maturity Amount = Pn + Interest
= 200 X 36 + 1221
= ,8421. Ans.
(b) If two coins ere tossed once, then
Sample Space (S) = {H H, HT, TH, Tr)
n (S) = 4
(i) E : getting two heads = {H H)
n(E) = 1
n (E) 1
p (E) = n (S) = 4 . Ane.

(ii) E: At least one tail = {HT1 TH, TI'}

n(E') = 3
n (E') 3 Ans.
p (E ) = n (S) = 4
I
(c) (i) Please See Graph.
(ii) Please See Graph.

..
•

(iii) A: (4, -4)

B' (-2,-2)
(iv) Rhombus
(v)
.
Two lines of symmetry.
Both diagonals, AA' and BB'
SECTION B [40 Marks]
Answer any four Questicns in th;,s Section.
Question 5.
(a) In the given figure. AB is the diameter of a circle with
centre 0.
LBCD = 130°. Find :

!]x � [;].
(i) LDAB, (ii) .LDBA [81
[�
(b) Given Write :
(i) the. order of the matrix X
(ii) the matri% X [8]
(c) A page from the Savings Bank Account of Mr. Prateek is gi.ven below :
Date Particulars Withdrawal Deposit Balances
an� an'-> (1n�
st
BIF - - 1,270
-
Jan. 1 2006
Jan. 7th 2006 By Cheque 2,310 3,580
March 9 1h 2006 To Self 2,000 -
1,580
By Cash
-
March 2(Jth 2006 -
6,200 7,780
June 10th, 2006 To Cheque 4,500 3,280
July 15th 2006 By Clearing -
-
2,630 5,910
October 18th 2006 To Cheque 530 5,380
October 2rth 2006 To Self 2,690 - 2,690
November 3rd 2006 By Cash - 1,500 4,190
December (Ph. 2006 To Cheque 950 - 3,240
December 23rd 2006 By Transfer -
2,920 6,160
 If he receives t 198 as interest on 1st January, 2007, find the rate of interest
paid by the bank. [4]
Solution:
(a) On joining BD, L ADB is in the semicircle.
LADB = 90°
(Angle in a simicircle is right angle)
(i) Let ABCD is a cyclic quadilateral.
L BCD +LDAB = �80 °
130 ° + L DAB = 180°
L DAB = 180° -130 ° = 50 ° Ans.
°
(ii) Now, L BAD + L BDA + L DBA = 180
90° + 50 ° + L DBA = 180 °
LDBA = 40 ° Ans.
(b) (i) Order of matrix Xis 2 x 1.
(ll) Let X = [ ]
:

[� :] [:] = [:]
+b] ]
2a
[--3a + 4b[76=

. 2a +b = 7 ......(1)
-3a+4b = 6 ......(2)
Solving (1) and (2), we get
!
a 2
:
� Ans.
l J
:
(c) Months Minimum Balance
January 3,580
February 3,580
March 1,580
April 7,780
May 7,780
June 3,280
July 3,280
August 5,910
September 5,910
October 2,690
November 4,190
December 3,240
Total ' 52,800
 Now, Principal = � 52,800
Time = 1 month = f2 year,
Interest = , 198
PRT
I:::: 100.
52,800 x Rx
1- _ 198
100 X 12
R = 4·5%_ Ans.
Question 6.
(a) The printed price of an article is, 60,000. The wholesaler allows a discount of
20% to the shopkeeper. The shopkeeper sells the article to the customer at the
printed price. Sales tax (under VAT) is charged at the rate of 6% at every stage.
Find:
(i) the cost to the slwpkeeper inclusive of tax.
(ii) VAT paid by the shopkeeper to the Governm,mt.
(iii) the cost to the customer indusiue of tax. [3]
(b) Solve the following inequation and represent the solution set on the number
line:
[3]
(c) Witlwut solving the following quadratic equation, find the value of'm' for which
the given equation has real and equal roots.
x2 + 2 (m - 1) x + (m + 5) = 0 [3]
Solution:
(a) (i) Given : Printed price of the article = , 60,000
and discount = 20% of, 60,000
20
X 60,000 = t 12,000
= lOO
Sale price of the article = 60,000-12,000 =, 48,000
Sales tax paid by the shopkeeper = 6% of, 48,000
6
X 48,00 0 ;: '2,880
= lOO
·. · The cost of the shopkeeper inclusive of tax
= 48,000 + 2,880
= , 50,880. Ans.
(ii} VAT paid by shopkeeper = Tax charged -Tax paid
6 6
= 60,000 X l0Q - 48, 0 00 X lQQ
= t720 Ans.
(iii) Sales tax paid by the customer = 6% of, 60,000
6
>< 60, 000 =' 3, 600
= 100
·.·The cost to the customer inclusive of tax:
= 60,000 + 3,600
= '63,600. Ans.
 &c 2
(b) Given: 4.x - 19 <
5 - 2 S' - + X
5
3x
3x -2 � _ _g_+x
4x-19 <
5 -2 and
5 5
17x 2x
-- < - 8
- < 17 and
5 5 - 5
:c < 5 ⇒ :c � -4
Solution set = {x : 5 > x � -4)

-4-3-2-1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6

(c) Given : x2 + 2 (m- 1) x + (m + 5) = 0 ... (i)

For real and equal roots,
b 2 -4ac = O
b 2 = 4ac
Comparing given equation (i) with ax2 + bx + c = 0, we get
a = 1, b = 2(m - 1)1 c = (m + 5)
Now, 4 (m - 1)2 = 4 (m + 5)
m -3m-4 = 0
2

m -4m + m-4 = 0
2

m (m - 4) + 1 (m - 4) = 0
m=4 or m=-1 Ans.
Question 7.
(a) A hollow sphere of internal and external radii 6 cm and 8 cm respectively is
melted and recast into small cones of base radius 2 cm and height 8 cm. Find
the number of cones. [3]
(b) Solve the llowing equation and give your answer correct to 3 s ni cant
fo #J fi
figures:
[3]
(c) As obseroed from the to o a 80 m tall l hthouse, the a les o de ression of
p f ig ng f p
two ships on the same side of the light house in horizonto.l line with its base are
30 ° and 40 Q respectively. Find the distance between the two ships. Give your
answer correct to the nearest metre. [4]
Solution:
(a) Given : External Radius R = 8 cm, Internal Radius = 6 cm,
4
Volume of hollow spheres = 3 1t (R3 -r3 ).
4
Volume of hollow spheres =
3 1t (8 - 6 ]
5 3

4
= 31t [512 - 216] = 43 7t (296)
1
Volume of cones =
3w h
2

= ¼ 1t (2)2 (8)
 4
Volume of sphere
3 1t [2961
Number of cones= u
vo1ume of cones = 1
-nx 4x8
3
296
==
8 = 37 cones. Ans.

(b) Given: 5x2 -3x-4 = 0

Comparing given equation with ax2 + b:t + c = 0, we get
a = 5. b = --3, c = -4

Let X =
2a

X =
3± ✓ (--3)2 -4 X 5 X (- 4)
2x5
3± ✓ 9 + 80 3 ± ffl 3 ± 9·43
X = 10 = 10 = 10
Taking +ve sign
3 + 9·43
X = lO = 1·243

and talting - ve sign

3-9·43
X =
10
-6·43
= 10
= -0·643
x = 1·243 or x = - 0·643 Ans.

(c) In 6. ABC, tan 50 ° = !� -----� --- · 1

BC = 80 x 1·1918
BC= 96·34m

�I
BOm
BD
lnaABD, 60 0
tan = 80
BD = so{3
BD = 138·56 m C B
CD = BD-BC
= 138·66 - 95·34
= 43·2m. Ans.
Question 8.
(a) A man inr;ests , 9,600 on , 100 shares at , 80. If the company pays him 18%
dividend find
(i) the number of shares he buys.
(ii) hi.8 total dividend.
(iii) his percentage return. on the shares. [3]
(b) In the given figure .d ABC and .1 AMP are right C
angled at B and M respectively.
Given AB = 10 cm, AP = 15 cm and PM= 12 cm.

(i) Prove .d ABC - L1 AMP.

A, L....1----�B,..___� P
(ii) Find AB and BC. [3]
1a+i + _-ra=-i
(c) If x = _ � r----7 ,
. .
using properties of proportion show that :x.2 - 2ax + 1
-..;a+l-"'la-1
=0. [4]
Solution:
(a) Given : Investment=� 9,600, N.V. =, 100, M.V. =, 80, Div. % = 18%
Investment
(i) Numberofshares = MV.. of eac:h share
9600
= 8() = 120 shares Ans.

(ii) Total dividend = �� x 120 x 100

1
=
'2,160 Ans.
(iii) Since N.V x Div% = M.V. x Return%
100 X 189
Retum % -_
80
= 22·5% Ans.
(b) (i) In 6. ABC and 6. APM,
j
L ABC = L AMF = 90 °
L BAC = L PAM (Common)
Li.ABC - liAPM
AC BC
(ii) Also, =
AP PM
10 BC
15 = 12
BC= Som. Ans.
·. · Ii ABC is right angled 1.1.
Applying Pythagorous,
AB 2 = AC2 -BC 2-
= 102 -8 2
AB::::: 6cm. Ans.
X �+-ra=I
(c) Given:
1 - ✓ a+l- ✓a-1
 Using componendo and dividendo,
x+l f;"+i
=
x-1 ✓ a-l
(x+ 1)2 a+ 1
Squaring both sides,
=
Cx-1) 2 a -1
again using componendo and dividendo,
x2 + 1 a
:::
� 1·
Hence Proved
Question 9.
(a) The line through.A (-2, 3) and B (4, b) is perpendicular to the line 2x -4y = 5.
Find the ualue of b. [3]
2
tan 9 1 + cos 0
(b) Proue that r. n l)2 [3]
,sec 17- = 1 -cos 8
(c) A car covers a distance of 400 km at a certain speed. Had the speed been 12
km I h more, the time taken for the journey would ha.ue been 1 hour 40 minutes
less. Find the. origi.nal speed of the. car. (41
Solution:
Slope of AB (m 1 ) = Y2 -Yi b - 3 b - 3
"-"------=-= = -- = --
(a)
. Xz-X1 4+2 6
Equation of given line 2x -4y = 5
4y = 2x-5
1 5
Y- = .2x-4
Slope of given line (m2) = ½
Ai3 per the question ,- line are perpendicular.
m 1 ·m 2 = -1
b-3 1
-6-x2 = -1
⇒ b-3=-12
. b = -9 Ans.
tan2 8
(b) L.H.S. =
(sec 8-1) 2
sec2 8-1
= (sec 0-1) 2
(sec 8 - 1) (sec 8 + 1)
= (sec 8 ) 2
-1
- 1 -+
1
sec 8 + 1 cos a
=
sec 0 -1 - _1 __ l
cos 8
= 1 + cos 9 = R.H.S. Hence Proved
1-cos 8
(c) Let the original speed of car be x km/hr.
4 40
Usual time= 00 , New speed = x + 12, New time== �
X X+
According to the condition :
400 400 5
X X + 12 = 3
x+ 12-x 1
x (x + 12} = 240
.x 2 + 12:c - 2880 == 0
,,;2 + 60x - 48x - 2880 = 0
.x (x + 60) - 48 (x + 60) = 0
x == - 60 or x = 48
But speed can not be negative.
Original speed = 48 km/hr Ans.
Question 10.
(a) Construct a triangle ABC in which base BC= 6 cm, AB = 5.5 cm and L ABC=
120 °.
(i) Construct a circle circumscribing the triangle ABC.
(ii) Draw a cyclic quadrilateral ABCD so that D is equidistant from B and C.
[3]
(b) The following distribution represents the height of 160 students of a school.
Height (in cm) No. of students
140-145 12
145-150 20
150-155 30
155-160 38
160-165 24
165-170 16
170-175 12 j
175-180 8
Draw an ogive for the given distribution taking 2 cm = 5 cm of height on one
axis and 2 cm == 20 students on the other a.xis. Using the graph, determine :
(i) The median height.
(ii) The interquartile range.
(iii) The number of students whose height is above 172 cm. [8]
Solution:
(a) (i) Steps of constructions :
( 1) Draw a line segment BC == 6 cm. o
=
(2) Construct L CBP 120° .
(3) Cut BA= 5·5 cm from BP.
(4) Join A to C.
(5) Construct perpendicular bisectors of AB
and BC 1 intersecting at 0. Join AO. __...
(6) Taking as the centre and OA as radius ..14::
A.
I

draw a circle, passing through, B, and

I
I
I

C.
I
 (ii) (1) Extend the right bisector of BC inters!=!cting the circle at D.
(2) Join A to D and C to D.
(3) ABCD is required cyclic quadrilateral.

(iii) No. of students above 172 cm= 160-144 = 16. .Ans.

Question 11.
(a) In triangle PQ_R, PQ = 24 cm, QR = 7 cm and L PQR = 90 a.
Find the radius of the. inscribed circle. [3]
p

(b) Find the mode and median of the following frequency distribution: [3]

I ; I� I� I �I�. I: I� I
(c) The line through P(5, 3) intersects y axi.s at Q. y
(i) Write the slope of the line.
P (5, 3)
(ii) Write the equation of the line.
(iii) Find the co-ordinates of Q. [4]
Solution:
(a) Given : L\ PQR is right angled.
PR2 = PQ2 + QR2
= (24)2 + (7)2
= 576 + 49 = 625
y'
PR= 25cm
Draw .Lr from O on PQ and PR and mark as B
and C respectively.
L OBQ = L OAQ=LOCR
= 90°
(L between radius and tangent is 90 °)

�:_-:_-:_-!-_....:;..__:=:==-::A
All Ls of OAQB are 90° and QA = QB
(Since the tangent to a circle from an exterior
point are equal in length).
.-. OA QB is a square.
QA=QB=.x
AR= 7-x=RC (". · AR = RC) Tangents from ext.
BP = 12 _ x= PC (": PB = PC) point are equal
PC + RC = PR }
7 - X + 12 - X = 25
x = 3cm Ans.
(b) Mode is the value of the highest frequency. I
Mode = 14 Ans.
For Median, we write the data m ascending order,
10, 11, 11,11, 11,12, 12, 12,12, 12,12, 12, 13, 13, 13, 13,13, 14,14,14,14, 14,
14,14, 14,14,15,15,15.
·. · Median is the middle most value.

M. = (N; j
1
observation

29 1
= ( +
2
j
= 15th observation = 13 Ans.

(c} (i) Slope of line PQ = tan 45° = 1 Ans.

(ii) Equation of line PQ:
Y - Yi = m (x - xx)
y-3 = 1 (x-5)
y = x-2 Ans.
(iii) Put x = 0 in equation of line PQ.
y = -2
Coordinate of Q = (0, -2) Ans
 ICSE Class 10 Maths Previous Year Question Paper
2019
MATHEMATICS

(Two hours and a half)

Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.

You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.

This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.

The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.

All working, including rough work, must be clearly shown and must be done on the same
sheet as the rest of the answer.

Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.

The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].

Mathematical tables are provided.

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.

Question 1
(a) Solve the following inequation and write down the solution set: [3]

11𝑥 − 4 < 15𝑥 + 4 ≤ 13𝑥 + 14, 𝑥𝜖𝑊

Represent the solution on a real number line.

(b) A man invests ` 4500 in shares of a company which is paying 7.5% dividend. [3]
If ` 100 shares are available at a discount of 10%.
Find:
(i) Number of shares he purchases.

(ii) His annual income.

(c) In a class of 40 students, marks obtained by the students in a class test (out of 10) are [4]
given below:

Marks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Number of
1 2 3 3 6 10 5 4 3 3
students
Calculate the following for the given distribution:
(i) Median

(ii) Mode

Question 2
(a) Using the factor theorem, show that (x – 2) is a factor of 𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 − 4. [3]
Hence factorise the polynomial completely.

(b) Prove that: [3]

(cosec 𝜃 − sin 𝜃)(sec 𝜃 − cos 𝜃)(tan 𝜃 + cot 𝜃) = 1

(c) In an Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) the fourth and sixth terms are 8 and 14 [4]
respectively. Find the:
(i) first term
(ii) common difference
(iii) sum of the first 20 terms.

Question 3
(a) Simplify [3]
sin 𝐴 − cos 𝐴 cos 𝐴 sin 𝐴
sin 𝐴 [ ] + cos 𝐴 [ ]
cos 𝐴 sin 𝐴 − sin 𝐴 cos 𝐴

(b) M and N are two points on the X axis and Y axis respectively. [3]
P (3, 2) divides the line segment MN in the ratio 2 : 3.
Find:
(i) the coordinates of M and N
(ii) slope of the line MN.

2
(c) A solid metallic sphere of radius 6 cm is melted and made into a solid cylinder of [4]
height 32 cm. Find the:

(i) radius of the cylinder

(ii) curved surface area of the cylinder

Take π = 3.1

Question 4

(a) The following numbers, K + 3, K + 2, 3K – 7 and 2K – 3 are in proportion. Find K. [3]

(b) Solve for x the quadratic equation 𝑥 2 − 4 𝑥 − 8 = 0. [3]

Give your answer correct to three significant figures.

(c) Use ruler and compass only for answering this question. [4]
Draw a circle of radius 4 cm. Mark the centre as O. Mark a point P outside the circle
at a distance of 7 cm from the centre. Construct two tangents to the circle from the
external point P.
Measure and write down the length of any one tangent.

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this Section

Question 5

(a) There are 25 discs numbered 1 to 25. They are put in a closed box and shaken [3]
thoroughly. A disc is drawn at random from the box.
Find the probability that the number on the disc is:

(i) an odd number

(ii) divisible by 2 and 3 both.

(iii) a number less than 16.

3
(b) Rekha opened a recurring deposit account for 20 months. The rate of interest is 9% [3]
per annum and Rekha receives ` 441 as interest at the time of maturity.
Find the amount Rekha deposited each month.

(c) Use a graph sheet for this question. [4]

Take 1 cm = 1 unit along both x and y axis.

(i) Plot the following points:

A(0,5), B(3,0), C(1,0) and D(1,–5)

(ii) Reflect the points B, C and D on the y axis and name them as B', C' and D'
respectively.

(iii) Write down the coordinates of B', C' and D'.

(iv) Join the points A, B, C, D, D', C', B', A in order and give a name to the closed
figure ABCDD'C'B'.

Question 6
(a) In the given figure, PQR = PST = 90o, PQ = 5 cm and PS = 2 cm. [3]

(i) Prove that PQR ~ PST.

(ii) Find Area of PQR : Area of quadrilateral SRQT.

(b) The first and last term of a Geometrical Progression (G.P.) are 3 and 96 [3]
respectively. If the common ratio is 2, find:

(i) ‘n’ the number of terms of the G.P.

(ii) Sum of the n terms.

4
(c) A hemispherical and a conical hole is scooped out of a solid wooden cylinder. [4]
Find the volume of the remaining solid where the measurements are as follows:

The height of the solid cylinder is 7 cm, radius of each of hemisphere, cone and
cylinder is 3 cm. Height of cone is 3 cm.
22
Give your answer correct to the nearest whole number. Take π = 7 .

Question 7
(a) In the given figure AC is a tangent to the circle with centre O. [3]
If ADB = 55o, find x and y. Give reasons for your answers.

(b) The model of a building is constructed with the scale factor 1 : 30. [3]

(i) If the height of the model is 80 cm, find the actual height of the building in
meters.

(ii) If the actual volume of a tank at the top of the building is 27 m3, find the volume
of the tank on the top of the model.
5
(c) 4 2 [4]
Given [ ] 𝑀 = 6 𝐼, where M is a matrix and I is unit matrix of order 2x2.
−1 1

(i) State the order of matrix M.

(ii) Find the matrix M.

Question 8

(a) The sum of the first three terms of an Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) is 42 and the [3]
product of the first and third term is 52. Find the first term and the common
difference.

(b) The vertices of a ABC are A(3, 8), B(–1, 2) and C(6, –6). Find: [3]

(i) Slope of BC.

(ii) Equation of a line perpendicular to BC and passing through A.

(c) Using ruler and a compass only construct a semi-circle with diameter BC = 7cm. [4]
Locate a point A on the circumference of the semicircle such that A is equidistant
from B and C. Complete the cyclic quadrilateral ABCD, such that D is equidistant
from AB and BC. Measure ∠ADC and write it down.

Question 9

(a) The data on the number of patients attending a hospital in a month are given below. [3]
Find the average (mean) number of patients attending the hospital in a month by
using the shortcut method.

Take the assumed mean as 45. Give your answer correct to 2 decimal places.

Number of patients 10 – 20 20 – 30 30 – 40 40 – 50 50 – 60 60 – 70

Number of Days 5 2 7 9 2 5

6
(b) Using properties of proportion solve for x, given [3]

√5𝑥 + √2𝑥 − 6
=4
√5𝑥 − √2𝑥 − 6

(c) Sachin invests ` 8500 in 10%, `100 shares at `170. He sells the shares when the [4]
price of each share rises by ` 30. He invests the proceeds in 12% ` 100 shares at
`125. Find:

(i) the sale proceeds.

(ii) the number of ` 125 shares he buys.

(iii) the change in his annual income.

Question 10
(a) Use graph paper for this question. [6]
The marks obtained by 120 students in an English test are given below:

Marks 0–10 10–20 20–30 30–40 40–50 50–60 60–70 70–80 80–90 90–100

No. of
5 9 16 22 26 18 11 6 4 3
students

Draw the ogive and hence, estimate:

(i) the median marks.

(ii) the number of students who did not pass the test if the pass percentage was 50.

(iii) the upper quartile marks.

(b) A man observes the angle of elevation of the top of the tower to be 45o. He walks [4]
towards it in a horizontal line through its base. On covering 20 m the angle of
elevation changes to 60o. Find the height of the tower correct to 2 significant
figures.

7 Turn Over
Question 11

(a) Using the Remainder Theorem find the remainders obtained when [3]
x3 + (kx + 8)x + k is divided by x + 1 and x – 2.

Hence find k if the sum of the two remainders is 1.

(b) The product of two consecutive natural numbers which are multiples of 3 is equal [3]
to 810. Find the two numbers.

(c) In the given figure, ABCDE is a pentagon inscribed in a circle such that AC is a [4]
diameter and side BC//AE. If ∠BAC = 50°, find giving reasons:

(i) ∠ACB

(ii) ∠EDC

(iii) ∠BEC

Hence prove that BE is also a diameter

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 ICSE Class 10 Maths Previous Year Question Paper
2016

Mathematics
(Two and a half hours)
Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.
You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.
This time is to be spent in reading the Question Paper.
The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.
All working, including rough work, must be clearly shown and must be done
on the same sheet as the rest of the answer.
Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.
The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].
Mathematical tables are provided.

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.
Question 1

(a) Using remainder theorem, find the value of k if on dividing 2x3 + 3x2  kx + 5 by x  2,
leaves a remainder 7. [3]

2 0 1 0
(b) Given A=   and I=   and A2 = 9A + ml. Find m.
-1 7  0 1 [4]

(c) The mean of following numbers is 68. Find the value of ‘x’.
45, 52, 60, x, 69, 70, 26, 81 and 94
Hence estimate the median. [3]

Question 2

1
(a) The slope of a line joining P(6, k) and Q (1 3k, 3) is . Find
2
(i) k
(ii) Midpoint of PQ, using the value of ‘k’ found in (i). [3]
 (b) Without using trigonometrical tables, evaluate:

cosec2 57o  tan2 33o + cos 44o cosec 46o  2 cos 45o  tan2 60o [4]

(c) A certain number of metallic cones, each of radius 2 cm and height 3 cm are
melted and recast into a solid sphere of radius 6 cm. Find the number of cones. [3]

Question 3
(a) Solve the following inequation, write the solution set and represent it on the
number line. [3]
x1
 3(x  7)  15  7x > ,x R
3

(b) In the figure given below, AD is a diameter. O is the centre of the circle.
AD is parallel to BC and CBD = 32o. Find:
(i) OBD [4]
(ii) AOB
(iii) BED

(c) If (3a + 2b) : (5a + 3b) = 18 : 29. Find a : b. [3]

Question 4

(a) A game of numbers has cards marked with 11, 12, 13, … 40. A card is drawn at
random. Find the probability that the number on the card drawn is :
(i) A perfect square
(ii) Divisible by 7 [3]

(b) Use graph paper for this question. (Take 2 cm = 1 unit along both x and y axis.) Plot the
points O(0, 0), A(4, 4), B(3, 0) and C(0, 3)
(i) Reflect points A and B on the y-axis and name them A’ and B’ respectively. Write
down their coordinates.
(ii) Name the figure OABCB’A’.
(iii) State the line of symmetry of this figure [4]
 (c) Mr. Lalit invested Rs. 5000 at a certain rate of interest, compounded annually for two
years. At the end of first year it amounts to Rs. 5325. Calculate
(i) The rate of interest
(ii) The amount at the end of second year, to the nearest rupee. [3]

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this Section
Question 5

(a) Solve the quadratic equation x2  3(x + 3) = 0; Give your answer correct two
significant figures. [3]

(b) A page from the savings bank account of Mrs. Ravi is given below.
Date Particulars Withdrawal Deposit (Rs.) Balance (Rs.)
(Rs.)
April 3rd 2006 B/F 6000
April 7th By cash 2300 8300
April 15th By cheque 3500 11800
May 20th To self 4200 7600
June 10th By cash 5800 13400
June 15th To self 3100 10300
August 13th By cheque 1000 11300
August 25th To self 7400 3900
September 6th By cash 2000 5900
2006
She closed the account on 30th September, 2006. Calculate the interest Mrs. Ravi
earned at the end of 30th September, 2006 at 4.5% per annum interest. Hence, find the
amount she receives on closing the account. [4]

(c) In what time will Rs. 1500 yield Rs. 496.50 as compound interest at 10% per annum
compounded annually? [3]
Question 6
(a) Construct a regular hexagon of side 5 cm. Hence construct all its lines of symmetry
and name them. [3]

(b) In the given figure PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral PQ and SR produced meet at T. [4]
(i) Prove TPS  TRQ.
(ii) Find SP if TP = 18 cm, RQ = 4 cm and TR = 6 cm.
(iii) Find area of quadrilateral PQRS if area of PTS = 27 cm2.

4sin30o cos0o  4 
(c) Given matrix A=  o
and B =  
5 
o
 cos0 4sin30 
If AX = B [3]
(i) Write the order of matrix X.
(ii) Find the matrix ‘X’.

Question 7

(a) An aeroplane at an altitude of 1500 metres, finds that two ships are sailing towards it
in the same direction. The angles of depression as observed from the aeroplane are
45o and 30o respectively. Find the distance between the two ships. [4]

(b) The table shows the distribution of the scores obtained by 160 shooters in a shooting
competition. Use a graph sheet and draw an ogive for the distribution. (Take 2 cm =
10 scores on the X-axis and 2 cm = 20 shooters on the Y-axis). [6]
Scores 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 90-100
No. of 9 13 20 26 30 22 15 10 8 7
shooters
Use your graph to estimate the following:
(i) The median.
(ii) The interquartile range.
(iii) The number of shooters who obtained a score of more than 85%.
Question 8
x y z x3 y 3 z3 3xyz
(a) If   , show that 3  3  3  [3]
a b c a b c abc

(b) Draw a line AB = 5 cm. Mark a point C on AB such that AC = 3 cm. Using a ruler and a
compass only, construct :
(i) A circle of radius 2.5 cm, passing through A and C.
(ii) Construct two tangents to the circle from the external point B. Measure and
record the length of the tangents. [4]

(c) A line AB meets X – axis at A and Y –axis at B. P (4, -1) divides AB in the ratio 1 : 2. [3]
(i) Find the coordinates of A and B.
(ii) Find the equation of the line through P and perpendicular to AB.

Question 9
(a) A dealer buys an article at a discount of 30% from the wholesaler, the marked price
being Rs. 6000. The dealer sells it to a shopkeeper at a discount of 10% on the marked
price. If the rate of VAT is 6%, find [3]
(i) The price paid by the shopkeeper including the tax.
(ii) The VAT paid by the dealer.

(b) The given figure represents a kite with a circular and a semicircular motifs stuck on it.
The radius of a circle is 2.5 cm and the semicircle is 2 cm. If diagonals AC and BD are
of lengths 12 cm and 8 cm respectively, find the area of the: [4]
(i) Shaded part. Give your answer correct to the nearest whole number.
(ii) Unshaded part.
 (c) A model of a ship is made to a scale 1 : 300 [3]
(i) The length of the model of ship is 2 m. Calculate the lengths of the ship.
(ii) The area of the deck ship is 180,000 m2. Calculate the area of the deck of the
model.
(iii) The volume of the model in 6.5 m3. Calculate the volume of the ship.

Question 10
(a) Mohan has a recurring deposit account in a bank for 2 years at 6% p.a. simple interest.
If he gets Rs. 1200 as interest at the time of maturity,
find: [3]
(i) the monthly installment
(ii) the amount of maturity

(b) The histogram below represents the scores obtained by 25 students in a mathematics
mental test. Use the data to : [4]
(i) Frame a frequency distribution table
(ii) To calculate mean
(iii) To determine the Modal class

(c) A bus covers a distance of 240 km at a uniform speed. Due to heavy rain its speed gets
reduced by 10 km/h and as such it takes two hrs longer to cover the total distance.
Assuming the uniform speed to be ‘x’ km/h, form an equation and solve it to evaluate
‘x’. [3]
Question 11
cos A
(a) Provethat  tan A  sec A. [3]
1  sin A

(b) Use ruler and compasses only for the following questions. All constructions lines and
arcs must be clearly shown. [4]
(i) Construct a  ABC in which BC = 6.5 cm,  ABC = 60o, AB = 5 cm.
(ii) Construct the locus of points at a distance of 3.5 cm from A.
(iii) Construct the locus of points equidistant from AC and BC.
(iv) Mark 2 points X and Y which are a distance of 3.5 cm from A and also equidistant
from AC and BC. Measure XY.

(c) Ashok invested Rs. 26,400 on 12%, Rs. 25 shares of a company. If he receives a
dividend of Rs. 2,475. Find the : [3]
(i) number of shares he bought
(ii) Market value of each share
 ICSE Class 10 Maths Previous Year Question
Paper 2017

Mathematics
(Two and a half hours)
Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.
You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.
This time is to be spent in reading the Question Paper.
The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.
All working, including rough work, must be clearly shown and must be done on the same
sheet as the rest of the answer.
Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.
The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].
Mathematical tables are provided.

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.
Question 1

(a) If b is the mean proportion between a and c, show that [3]

a 4  a2b2  b4 a2

b4  b2c2  c4 c2

(b) Solve the equation 4x2 – 5x – 3 = 0 and give your answer correct to two decimal places. [3]

(c) AB and CD are two parallel chords of a circle such that AB = 24 cm and CD = 10 cm. If the
radius of the circle is 13 cm. find the distance between the two chords. [4]
Question 2

(a) Evaluate without using trigonometric tables, [3]

1
sin2 28  sin2 62  tan2 38  cot 2 52  sec2 30
4
(b) [3]
1 3   2 1
 and A  5B = 5C. Find matrix C, where C is a 2 by 2 matrix.
2 2
If A =   and B = 
3 4   3 2 
(c) Jaya borrowed Rs. 50,000 for 2 years. The rates of interest for two successive years are
12% and 15% respectively. She repays 33,000 at the end of the first year. Find the amount
she must pay at the end of the second year to clear her debt. [4]

Question 3

(a) The catalogue price of a computer set is Rs. 42,000. The shopkeeper gives a discount of
10% on the listed price. He further gives an off-season discount of 5% on the discounted
price. However, sales tax at 8% is charged on the remaining price after the two successive
discounts. Find [3]
(i) the amount of sales tax a customer has to pay
(ii) the total price to be paid by the customer for the computer set.

(b) P(1, -2) is a point on the line segment A(3, -6) and B(x, y) such that AP : PB is equal to 2 : 3.
Find the coordinates of B. [3]

(c) The marks of 10 students of a class in an examination arranged in ascending order is as

follows: [4]
13, 35, 43, x, x + 4, 55, 61, 71, 80
If the median marks is 48, find the value of x. Hence find the mode of the given data.
Question 4

(a) What must be subtracted from 16x3 – 8x2 + 4x + 7 so that the resulting expression has
2x + 1 as a factor? [3]

(b) In the given figure ABCD is a rectangle. It consists of a circle and two semi-circles each of
which are of radius 5 cm. Find the area of the shaded region. Give your answer correct to
three significant figures. [3]

(c) Solve the following inequation and represent the solution set on a number line.
1 1 1
8    4x  7 , x  l [4]
2 2 2

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this section
Question 5

(a)
1 1 
Given matrix B =   , find the matrix X if, X = B2  4B.
8 3
[3]
a  5 
Hence solve for a and b given X   =   .
b 50

(b) How much should a man invest in Rs. 50 shares selling at Rs. 60 to obtain an income of
Rs. 450, if the rate of dividend declared is 10%. Also find his yield percent, to the nearest
whole number. [3]

(c) Sixteen cards are labeled as a, b, c, ……………. m, n, o, p. They are put in a box and shuffled. A
boy is asked to draw a card from the box. What is the probability that the card drawn is: [4]
(a) a vowel
(b) a consonant
(c) none of the letters of the word median
Question 6

(a) Using a ruler and a compass construct a triangle ABC in which AB = 7 cm, CAB = 60o and
AC = 5 cm. Construct the locus of [3]
(i) points equidistant from AB and AC
(ii) points equidistant from BA and BC
Hence construct a circle touching the three sides of the triangle internally.

(b) A conical tent is to accommodate 77 persons. Each person must have 16 m3 of air to
breathe. Given the radius of the tent as 7 m, find the height of the tent and also its curved
surface area. [3]

(c)
7m  2n 5
If  , use properties of proportion to find
7m  2n 3
(i) m : n [4]
m n
2 2
(ii)
m2  n 2

Question 7

(a) A page from a savings bank account passbook is given below: [4]
Date Particulars Amount Amount Balance
withdrawn (Rs.) Deposited (Rs.) (Rs.)
Jan 7, 2016 B/F 3,000.00
Jan 10, 2016 By Cheque 2600.00 5600.00
Feb 8, 2016 To Self 1500.00 4100.00
Apr 6, 2016 By Cheque 2100.00 2000.00
May 4, 2016 By Cash 6500.00 8500.00
May 27, 2016 By Cheque 1500.00 10000.00
(i) Calculate the interest for the 6 months from January to June 2016, at 6% per annum.
(ii) If the account is closed on 1st July 2016, find the amount received by the account holder.

(b) Use a graph paper for this question (Take 2 cms = 1 unit on both x and y axis) [6]
(i) Plot the following points:
A(0, 4), B(2, 3), C(1, 1) and D(2, 0)
(ii) Reflect points B, C, D on the y-axis and write down their coordinates. Name the
images as B’, C’, D’ respectively.
(iii) Join the points A, B, C, D, D’, C’, B’ and A in order, so as to form a closed figure. Write
down the equation of the line of symmetry of the figure formed.
Question 8

(a) Calculate the mean of the following distribution using step deviation method. [3]
Marks 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60
Number of 10 9 25 30 16 10
students

(b) In the given figure PQ is a tangent to the circle at A, AB and AD are bisectors of CAQ and
PAC. If BAQ = 30o, prove that: [3]
(i) BD is a diameter of the circle
(ii) ABC is an isosceles triangle

(c) The printed price of an air conditioner is Rs. 45000/-. The wholesaler allows a discount of 10%
to the shopkeeper. The shopkeeper sells the article to the customer at a discount of 5% of the
marked price. Sales tax (under VAT) is charged at the rate of 12% at every stage. Find: [4]
(i) VAT paid by the shopkeeper to the government
(ii) The total amount paid by the customer inclusive of tax.

Question 9

(a) In the figure given, O is the centre of the circle. DAE = 70o, Find giving suitable reasons the
measure of: [3]
(i) BCD
(ii) BOD
(iii) OBD

(b) A(-1, 3), B(4, 2) and C(3, -2) are the vertices of a triangle. [3]
(i) Find the coordinates of the centroid G of the triangle
(ii) Find the equation of the line through G and parallel to AC
(c) Prove that [4]
sin θ  2sin θ
3
= tan θ
2cos3 θ  cos θ

Question 10

(a) The sum of the ages of Vivek and his younger brother Amit is 47 years. The product of their
ages in years is 550. Find their ages. [4]

(b) The daily wages of 80 workers in a project are given below. [6]
Wages 400-450 450-500 500-550 550-600 600-650 650-700 700-750
(in Rs.)
No. of 2 6 12 18 24 13 5
Workers
Use a graph paper to draw an ogive for the above distribution. (Use a scale of 2 cm = Rs.
50 on x-axis and 2 cm = 10 workers on y-axis). Use your ogive to estimate:
(i) the median wage of the workers
(ii) the lower quartile wage of workers
(iii) the numbers of workers who earn more than Rs. 625 daily

Question 11

(a) The angles of depression of two ships A and B as observed from the top of a light house 60 m
high are 60o and 45o respectively. If the two ships are on the opposite sides of the light house,
find the distance between the two ships, Give your answer correct to the nearest whole
number. [3]

(b) PQR is a triangle. S is a point on the side QR of PQR such that PSR = QPR. Given QP = 8 cm,
PR = 6 cm and SR = 3 cm [3]
(i) Prove PQR  SPR
(ii) Find the length of QR and PS
area of ΔPQR
(iii)
area of ΔSPR

(c) Mr. Richard has a recurring deposit account in a bank for 3 years at 7.5% p. a. simple interest. If
he gets Rs. 8325 as interest at the time of maturity, find [4]
(i) The monthly deposit
(ii) The maturity value
 ICSE QUESTION PAPER
Class X
MATHS
(2015)
(Two and a half hours)
Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.
You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.
This time is to be spent in reading the Question Paper.
The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.
All working, including rough work, must be clearly shown and must be done on the same
sheet as the rest of the answer.
Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.
The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].
Mathematical tables are provided.

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.
Question 1
(a) A shopkeeper bought an article for Rs. 3,450. He marks the price of the article 16%
above the cost price. The rate of sales tax charged on the article is 10%. Find the:
(i) marked price of the article.
(ii) price paid by a customer who buys the article. [3]

(b) Solve the following inequation and write the solution set:
13x – 5 < 15x + 4 < 7x + 12, x  R
Represent the solution on a real number line. [3]

(c) Without using trigonometric tables evaluate: [4]

sin65 cos32
  sin28.sec62  cosec230
cos25 sin58

Question 2
3 x  9 16 
(a) If A    , B  , find x and y where A2  B. [3]
0 1 0 y 

(b) The present population of a town is 2,00,000. The population is increased by 10% in
the first year and 15% in the second year. Find the population of the town at the end
of two years. [3]
 (c) Three vertices of a parallelogram ABCD taken in order are A(3, 6), B(5, 10) and
C(3, 2)
(i) the coordinate of the fourth vertex D
(ii) length of diagonal BD
(iii) equation of the side AD of the parallelogram ABCD [4]

Question 3
(a) In the given figure, ABCD is a square of side 21 cm. AC and BD are two diagonals of
the square. Two semicircles are drawn with AD and BC as diameters. Find the area
 22 
of the shaded region.  Take   [3]
 7 

(b) The marks obtained by 30 students in a class assignment of 5 marks are given
below. [3]
Marks 0 1 2 3 4 5
No. of Students 1 3 6 10 5 5
Calculate the mean, median and mode of the above distribution.

(c) In the figure given below, O is the centre of the circle and SP is a tangent. If ∠SRT = 65,
find the value of x, y and z. [4]

Question 4
(a) Katrina opened a recurring deposit account with a Nationalised Bank for a period of 2
years. If the bank pays interest at the rate 6% per annum and the monthly instalment is
Rs. 1,000, find the:
(i) Interest earned in 2 years.
(ii) Matured value [3]
 (b) Find the value of ‘K’ for which x = 3 is a solution of the quadratic equation,
(K + 2)x2 – Kx + 6 = 0.
Thus find the other root of the equation. [3]

(c) Construct a regular hexagon of side 5 cm. Construct a circle circumscribing the hexagon.
All traces of construction must be clearly shown. [4]

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this Section
Question 5
(a) Use a graph paper for this question taking 1 cm = 1 unit along both the x and y
axis :
(i) Plot the points A(0, 5), B(2, 5), C(5, 2), D(5, -2), E(2, -5) and F(0, -5).
(ii) Reflect the points B, C, D and E on the y-axis and name them respectively as B’, C’, D’
and E’.
(iii) Write the coordinates of B’, C’, D’ and E’.
(iv) Name the figure formed by B C D E E’ D’ C’ B’.
(v) Name a line of symmetry for the figure formed. [5]

(b) Virat opened a Savings Bank account in a bank on 16th April 2010. His pass book
shows the following entries :
Date Particulars Withdrawal Deposit (Rs.) Balance (Rs.)
(Rs.)
April 16, 2010 By cash - 2500 2500
April 28th By cheque - 3000 5500
May 9th To cheque 850 - 4650
May 15th By cash - 1600 6250
May 24th To cash 1000 - 5250
June 4th To cash 500 - 4750
June 30th To cheque - 2400 7150
July 3rd By cash - 1800 8950
Calculate the interest Virat earned at the end of 31st July, 2010 at 4% per annum
interest. What sum of money will he receive if he closed the account on 1st August,
2010? [5]
Question 6
(a) If a, b, c are in continued proportion, prove that (a + b + c) (a – b + c) = a2 + b2 + c2. [3]

(b) In the given figure ABC is a triangle and BC is parallel to the y – axis. AB and AC intersect
the y–axis at P and Q respectively.

(i) Write the coordinates of A.

(ii) Find the length of AB and AC.
(iii) Find the ratio in which Q divides AC.
(iv) Find the equation of the line AC [4]

(c) Calculate the mean of the following distribution : [3]

Class Interval 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60

Frequency 8 5 12 35 24 16

Question 7
(a) Two solid spheres of radii 2 cm and 4 cm are melted and recast into a cone of height 8
cm. Find the radius of the cone so formed. [3]

(b) Find 'a' of the two polynomials ax3 + 3x2 – 9 and 2x3 + 4x + a, leaves the same remainder
when divided by x + 3. [3]

sin cos 
(c) Prove that   cos   sin  [4]
1  cot 1  tan 
Question 8
(a) AB and CD are two chords of a circle intersecting at P. Prove that AP  PB = CP  PD

[3]
(b) A bag contains 5 white balls, 6 red balls and 9 green balls. A ball is drawn at random
from the bag. Find the probability that the ball drawn is:
(i) a green ball
(ii) a white or a red ball
(iii) is neither a green ball nor a white ball. [3]

(c) Rohit invested Rs. 9,600 on Rs. 100 shares at Rs. 20 premium paying 8% dividend.
Rohit sold the shares when the price rose to Rs. 160. He invested the proceeds
(excluding dividend) in 10% Rs. 50 shares at Rs. 40. Find the:
(i) original number of shares
(ii) sale proceeds
(iii) new number of shares.
(iv) change in the two dividends. [4]

Question 9
(a) The horizontal distance between two towers is 120 m. The angle of elevation of the top
and angle of depression of the bottom of the first tower as observed from the second
tower is 30 and 24 respectively. [4]

Find the height of the two towers. Give your answer correct to 3 significant figures.
 (b) The weight of 50 workers is given below : [6]

Weight in 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 90-100 100-110 110-120

Kg
No. of 4 7 11 14 6 5 3
Workers

Draw an ogive of the given distribution using a graph sheet. Take 2 cm = 10 kg on one
axis and 2 cm = 5 workers along the other axis. Use a graph to estimate the following:
(i) The upper and lower quartiles.
(ii) If weighing 95 kg and above is considered overweight, find the number of workers
who are overweight.

Question 10
(a) A wholesaler buys a TV from the manufacturer for Rs. 25,000. He marks the price of TV
20% above his cost price and sells it to a retailer at a 10% discount on the market price.
If the rate of VAT is 8%, find the :
(i) Market price
(ii) Retailer’s cost price inclusive of tax.
(iii) VAT paid by the wholesaler. [3]

3 7  0 2  1 5
(b) If A    ,B    and C   
2 4 5 3  4 6 
Find AB  5C. [3]

(c) ABC is a right angled triangle with ABC = 90. D is any point on AB and DE is
perpendicular to AC. Prove that:

(i) ADE  ACB

(ii) If AC = 13 cm, BC = 5 cm and AE = 4 cm. Find DE and AD.
(iii) Find. Area of ADE : Area of quadrilateral BCED. [4]
Question 11
2
(a) Sum of two natural numbers is 8 and the difference of their reciprocal is .
15
Find the numbers. [3]

x3  12x y 3  27y
(b) Given  . Using componendo and dividendo find x : y. [3]
6x2  8 9y 2  27

(c) Construct a triangle ABC with AB = 5.5 cm, AC = 6 cm and BAC = 105.
Hence:
(i) Construct the locus of points equidistant from BA and BC.
(ii) Construct the locus of points equidistant from B and C.
(iii) Mark the point which satisfies the above two loci as P. Measure and write the length
of PC. [4]
 Class X Mathematics
Board Paper 2015 (Solution)

SECTION A
1.

(a)
Given, b is the mean proportion between a and c.
a b
   k(say)
b c
 a  bk, b  ck
 a  (ck)k  ck 2 ,b  ck
a 4  a2b2  b4
L.H.S. 
b4  b2c2  c4
 ck    ck   ck    ck 
4 2 2 4
2 2


 ck    ck 
4 2
c2  c 4



c 4 k 8  c2k 4 c2k 2  c 4 k 4 
c k  c k c  c4
4 4
 2 2
 2

c4k 8  c4k 6  c4k 4


c4k 4  c4k 2  c4



c4k 4 k 4  k 2  1 
4

c k  k 1 4 2

 k4
a2
R.H.S. 
c2
 ck 
2
2


c2
c2 k 4
 2
c
 k4
Hence, L.H.S.  R.H.S.
(b)

Given equation is 4x 2  5x  3  0.
Comparing with ax 2  bx  c  0,we get
a  4, b  5 and c  3
b  b2  4ac
x 
2a
( 5)  ( 5)2  4(4)( 3)

2 4
5  25  48

8
5  73

8
5  8.54

8
13.54 3.54
 or
8 8
 1.6925 or  0.4425
 1.69 or  0.44

(c)
Join OA and OC.
Since the perpendicular from the centre of the circle to a chord bisects the chord.
Therefore, N and M are the mid-points of AB and CD respectively.
Consequently,
1 1
AN  NB  AB   24  12 cm and
2 2
1 1
CM  MD  CD   10  5 cm
2 2
In right-angled triangles ANO and CMO, we have
OA2  ON2  AN2 and OC2  OM2  CM2
 132  ON2  122 and 132  OM2  52
 ON2  132  122 and OM2  132  52
 ON2  169  144 and OM2  169  25
 ON2  25 and OM2  144
 ON  5 and OM  12
Now, NM  ON  OM  5  12  17cm
Hence, the distance between the two chords is 17 cm.
2.

(a)
1
sin2 28  sin2 62  tan2 38  cot 2 52  sec2 30
4
1
 sin2 28  sin2(90  28)  tan2 38  cot 2(90  38)  sec2 30
4
2
1  2 
 2

 sin 28  cos 28  tan 38  tan 38   
2 2 2

4  3 
1 4
10 
4 3
1
1
3
4

3

(b)

1 3   2 1
Given : A    , B  and A 2  5B2  5C
3 4   3 2
1 3  1 3 
Now, A 2  A  A    
3 4  3 4 
1  1  3  3 1  3  3  4 
 
3  1  4  3 3  3  4  4 
 1  9 3  12 
 
3  12 9  16 
10 15
 
15 25
 2 1  2 1
And, B2  B  B    
 3 2  3 2
 2  ( 2)  1  ( 3) 2  1  1  2
 
 3  ( 2)  2  ( 3) 3  1  2  2
 4  3 2  2 
 
6  6 3  4 
1 0
 
0 1
10 15 1 0 10 15 5 0  5 15 1 3 
Now, A 2  5B2     5         5   5C
15 25 0 1 15 25 0 5 15 20 3 4
1 3 
Hence, C   
3 4
 (c)

For 1st year:

P  Rs. 50,000; R  12% and T  1 year
50,000  12  1
 Interest  Rs.  Rs. 6,000
100
And, Amount  Rs. 50,000  Rs. 6,000  Rs. 56,000
Since Money repaid  Rs. 33,000
 Balance  Rs. 56,000  Rs. 33,000  Rs. 23,000

For 2nd year:

P  Rs. 23, 000; R  15% and T  1 year
23,000  15  1
 Interest  Rs.  Rs. 3,450
100
And, Amount  Rs. 23,000  Rs. 3,450  Rs. 26,450

Thus, Jaya must pay Rs. 26,450 at the end of 2nd year to clear her debt.

3.
(a)

List price  Rs.42,000

Discount  10% of Rs. 42,000
10
  Rs. 42,000
100
 Rs. 4,200
 Discounted price  Rs. 42,000  Rs. 4,200  Rs. 37,800
Off-season discount  5% of Rs. 37,800
5
  Rs. 37,800
100
 Rs. 1,890
 Sale-price  Rs. 37,800  Rs. 1,890  Rs. 35,910
(i) The amount of sales tax a customer has to pay  8% of Rs. 35,910
8
  Rs. 35,910
100
 Rs. 2872.80
(ii) The total price, a customer has to pay for the computer  Sale-price  Sales Tax
 Rs. 35,910  Rs. 2872.80
 Rs. 38782.80
 (b)

Given, P(1, 2), A(3, 6) and B(x,y)

AP : PB  2:3
 2  x  3  3 2  y  3  ( 6)   2x  9 2y  18 
Hence, coordinates of P   ,  5 ,
 23 23   5 
But, the coordinates of P are (1,  2).
2x  9 2y  18
  1 and  2
5 5
 2x  9  5 and 2y  18  10
 2x  4 and 2y  8
 x  2 and y  4
Hence, the coordinates of B are (  2,4).

(c)

Data in ascending order:

13, 35, 43, 46, x, x  4, 55, 61, 71, 80
Median  48
Number of observations  n  10 (even)
th th
n n 
2 term    1  term
 Median    2 
2
th th
 10   10 
 2  term    1  term
 48     2 
2
th th
5 term  6 term
 48 
2
xx4
 48 
2
2x  4
 48 
2
 48  x  2
 x  46
 x  4  46  4  50
Thus, the observations are 13, 35, 43, 46, 46, 50, 55, 61, 71, 80
Observation 46 is appearing twice.
Hence, the mode of the data is 46.
4.

(a)

Let the number to be subtracted from the given polynomial be k.

Let f(y)  16x3  8x 2  4x  7  k
It is given that (2x  1) is a factor of f(y).
 1
 f  0
 2
3 2
 1  1  1
 16     8     4     7  k  0
 2  2  2
 1 1
 16      8   2  7  k  0
 8 4
 2  2  2  7  k  0
1k 0
 k 1

Thus, 1 should be subtracted from the given polynomial.

(b)

Length of a rectangle  Radius of two semi-circles  Diameter of a circle

 5  5  10
 20 cm
Breadth of a rectangle  Diameter of a circle  2  5  10 cm
 Area of a rectangle  Length  Breadth
 20  10
 200 sq. cm
22
Area of a circle   5  5  78.571 sq. cm
7
1 
And, area of two semi-circles each of radius 5 cm  2  78.571   78.571 sq. cm
2 
Now,
Area of shaded region  Area of a rectangle  Area of a circle  Area of two semi-circles
 200  78.571  78.571
 200  157.142
 42.858 sq. cm
(c)
1 1 1
8    4x  7 , x  I
2 2 2
17 1 15
     4x  , x  I
2 2 2
17 1 1 15
Take     4x   4x 
2 2 2 2
17 1 15 1
   4x  4x  
2 2 2 2
16 16
  4x  4x 
2 2
 8  4x  4x  8
2 x x  2
Thus, on simplifying, the given inequation reduces to  2  x  2.
Since x  I, the solution set is {  2,  1, 0, 1}.
The required graph on number line is as follows:
 SECTION B (40 Marks)
Attempt any four questions from this section

5.
(a)
1 1 
Given : B    and X  B  4B
2

 8 3 
Now, B  B  B
2

1 1   1 1 
  
 8 3   8 3
1  1  1  8 1  1  1  3
 
 8  1  3  8 8  1  3  3
 1  8 1  3
 
8  24 8  9
9 4
 
32 17
9 4 1 1  9 4   4 4  5 0
X  B2  4B     4     
32 17  8 3 32 17  32 12 0 5
a   5 
Now, X     
b 50
5 0 a   5 
     
0 5 b 50
5a  0b  5 
  
0a  5b 50
5a   5 
  
5b 50
 5a  5 and 5b  50
 a  1 and b  10

(b)
10
Since Dividend on 1 share  10% of Rs. 50   Rs. 50  Rs. 5
100
Total dividend Rs. 450
 Number of shares bought    90
Dividend on 1 share Rs. 5
Since market value of each share  Rs. 60
 Sum invested by the man  90  Rs. 60  Rs. 5,400
Total return Rs. 450
Percentage return   100%   100%  8.33%  8%
Sum invested Rs. 5400
(c)
Outcomes: a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, o, p
Total number of all possible outcomes  16
(i) When the selected card has a vowel,
the possible outcomes are a, e, i, o.
Number of favourable outcomes  4
4 1
 Required probability  
16 4
(ii) When the selected card has a consonant,
Number of favourable outcomes  16  4  12
12 3
 Required probability  
16 4
(iii)When the selected card has none of the letters from the word median,
the possible outcomes are b, c, f , g, h, j, k, l, o, p.
Number of favourable outcomes  10
10 5
 Required probability  
16 8

6.

(a) Steps of construction:

(i) Draw line AC = 5 cm and CAB = 60o. Cut off AB = 7 cm. Join BC, ABC is the
required triangle.
(ii) Draw angle bisectors of A and
B.
(iii) Bisector of B meets AC at M and
bisector of A meets BC at N.
(iv) Similarly, draw the angle bisector
of C which meets AB at D.
(v) P is the point which is equidistant
from AB, BC and AC.
(vi) With DP as the radius, draw a
circle touching the three sides of
the triangle (incircle.)
(b)
Let h bethe height and r be the radius of the base of the conical tent.
According to the given information,
1
77×16 = πr2h
3
1 22
 77×16 = × ×7×7× h
3 7
1
 77×16 = ×22×7× h
3
77 ×16×3
h  h = 24 m
22×7
Now, l2 = r2 + h2
 l2 = 72 + 242  625
 l = 25 m
22
 Curved surface area = πrl= ×7×25 = 550 m2
7
Hence, the height of the tent is 24 m and the curved surface area of the tent is 550 m2 .

(c)
7m  2n 5
(i) 
7m  2n 3
By Componendo  Divinendo, we get
7m  2n  (7m  2n) 5  3

7m  2n  (7m  2n) 5  3
14m 8
 
4n 2
7m 4
 
2n 1
m 8
 
n 7
 m : n  8 :7

m 8 m2 82
(ii)   2  2
n 7 n 7
ApplyingComponendo  Divinendo, we get
m2  n2 82  72
 2 
m  n2 82  72
m2  n2 64  49
 2 
m  n2 64  49
m2  n2 113
 2 
m  n2 15
7.

(a) Principal for the month of Jan = Rs. 5600

Principal for the month of Feb = Rs. 4100
Principal for the month of Mar = Rs. 4100
Principal for the month of Apr = Rs. 2000
Principal for the month of May = Rs. 8500
Principal for the month of June = Rs. 10000
Total Principal for one month = Rs. 34300

Rate of interest = 6% pa
PRT 34300  6  1
(i) Simple interest = =  Rs.171.50
100 100  12
(ii) Totalamount  Rs.10000  Rs.171.50  Rs.10171.50

(b)

The image of point (x, y) on Y-axis has the coordinates (–x, y).
Thus, we have
Coordinates of B’ = (–2, 3)
Coordinates of C’ = (–1, 1)
Coordinates of D’ = (–2, 0)

Since, Y-axis is the line of symmetry of the figure formed, the equation of the line of
symmetry is x = 0.
8.
(a) Let the assumed mean A = 25
Mid-value x  A x  25
Marks f dxA t   ft
x i 10
0  10 5 10 20 2 20
10  20 15 9 10 1 9
20  30 25 25 0 0 0
30  40 35 30 10 1 30
40  50 45 16 20 2 32
50  60 55 10 30 3 30
 f  100  ft  63
 ft 63 63
 Mean  A   i  25   10  25   25  6.3  31.3
f 100 10

(b)

(i) BAQ  30

Since AB is the bisector of CAQ
 CAB  BAQ  30
AD is the bisector of CAP andP  A  Q,
DAP  CAD  CAQ  180
 CAD  CAD  60  180
 CAD  60
So, CAD  CAB  60  30  90
Since angle in a semi-circle  90
 Angle made by diameter to any point on the circle is 90
So,BD is the diameter of the circle.
 (ii) SinceBD is the diameter of the circle, so it will pass through the centre.
By Alternate segment theorem,
ABD  DAP  60
So, in BMA,
AMB  90 ....(Use AngleSumProperty)
We know that perpendicular drawn from the centre to a chord of a circle bisects the chord.
 BMA  BMC  90
In BMA and BMC,
BMA  BMC  90
BM  BM (common side)
AM  CM (perpendicular drawn from the centre to a chord of a circle bisects the chord.)
 BMA  BMC
 AB  BC (SAS congruence criterion)
 ABC is an isosceles triangle.

(c)

(i) Printed price of an air conditioner = Rs. 45000

Discount = 10%
45000  (100  10)
 C.P.οf the air conditioner = Rs.
100
45000  90
 Rs.
100
 Rs.40500
12
VAT (12%)=40500   Rs.4860
100
So, the shopkeeper paid VAT of Rs. 4860 to the government.

(ii) Discount = 5% of the marked price

45000  (100  5)
C.P.οf the air conditioner= Rs.
100
45000  95
 Rs.
100
 Rs. 42750
12
VAT (12%)=42750   Rs.5130
100
So, the total amount paid by the customer inclusive of tax
= Rs. 42750  Rs.5130
 Rs.47880
9.

(a)
(i) DAE  70 ....(given)
BAD  DAE  180 ....(linear pair)
 BAD  70  180
 BAD  110
Since ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral, sum of the measures of the opposite angles
are supplementary.
So, BCD  BAD  180
BCD  110  180
BCD  70
(ii) BOD  2BCD (Inscribed angle theorem)
 BOD  2(70)  140
(iii) In OBD,
OB = OD ....(radii of same circle)
 OBD  ODB
By Angle Sum property,
OBD  ODB  BOD  180
 2OBD  BOD  180
 2OBD  140  180
 2OBD  40
 OBD  20

(b)
Given vertices: A( 1, 3), B(4, 2) and C(3,  2)
(i) Coordinates of the centroid G of ΔABC are given by
 1  4  3 3  2  2   6 3 
G ,  ,  (2, 1)
 3 3   3 3 

(ii) Since the line through G is parallel to AC, the slope of the lines are the same.
y2  y1 2  3 5
m  
x2  x1 3  ( 1) 4
5
So, equation of the line passing throughG(2, 1) and with slo pe is given by,
4
y  y 1  m(x  x1 )
5
 y 1  (x  2)
4
 4y  4  5x  10
 5x  4y  14 is the required equation.
 (c)
sin   2sin3 
L.H.S. 
2cos3   cos 
sin (1  2sin2 )

cos (2cos2   1)
sin (1  2sin2 )

cos  [2(1  sin2 )  1]
sin (1  2sin2 )

cos (2  2sin2   1)
sin (1  2sin2 )

cos (1  2sin2 )
 tan 
 R.H.S. (proved)
10.
(a)
Let Vivek's age be x years and Amit's age be (47-x) years.
According to the given information,
x(47  x)  550
 47x  x2  550
 x2  47x  550  0
 (x  25)(x  22)  0
 x  25 or x = 22
So, Vivek's age is 25 years and Amit's age is 22 years.
 (b)
The cumulative frequency table of the given distribution is as follows:
Wages in Rs. Upper Limit No. of workers Cumulative frequency

400-450 450 2 2
450-500 500 6 8
500-550 550 12 20
550-600 600 18 38
600-650 650 24 62
650-700 700 13 75
700-750 750 5 80
The ogive is as follows:

Number of workers = n = 80
th
n
(i) Median =   term  40th term
2
Through mark 40 on the Y-axis, draw a horizontal line which meets the curve at point A.
Through point A, on the curve draw a vertical line which meets the X-axis at point B.
The value of point B on the X-axis is the median, which is 605.
th
 80 
(ii) Lower quartile (Q1 )    term  20th term  550
 4 
(ii) Through mark of 625 on X-axis, draw a verticle line which meets the graph at point C.
Then through point C, draw a horizontal line which meets the Y-axis at the mark of 50.
Thus, number of workers that earn more than Rs. 625 daily  80  50  30
11.

(a)
Let PQ be the lighthouse.
 PQ  60
In PQA,
PQ
tan 60 
AQ
60
 3
AQ
60
 AQ 
3
20  3
 AQ 
3
20  3  3
 AQ 
3
 AQ  20 3 m
In PQB,
PQ
tan 45 
QB
60
1
QB
 QB  60 m
Now,
AB  AQ  QB
 20 3  60
 20  1.732  60
 94.64
 95 m
(b)
(i) In PQR and SPR, we have
QPR  PSR ....(given)
PRQ  PRS ....(common)
So, by AA-axiom similarity, we have
PQR SPR ....(proved)
(ii) Since PQR SPR ....(proved)
PQ QR PR
  
SP PR SR
QR PR
Consider  ....[From (1)]
PR SR
QR 6
 
6 3
66
 QR   12 cm
3
PQ PR
Also, 
SP SR
8 6
 
SP 3
8
 2
SP
8
 SP   4 cm
2
Area of PQR PQ 2 82 64
(iii)    4
Area of SPR SP2 42 16

(c)

(i) Let the deposit per month  Rs. P

Number of months (n)  36
Rate of interest (r)  7.5% p.a.
n(n  1) r
 S.I.  P  
2  12 100
36  37 7.5
 8325  P  
2  12 100
3  37 7.5
 8325  P  
2 100
8325  2  100
P  Rs. 2000
3  37  7.5
(ii) Maturity value  P  n  S.I.  Rs.(2000  36  8325)  Rs. 80,325
 ICSE Class 10 Maths Previous Year Question Paper
2018
MATHEMATICS

(Two hours and a half)

Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.

You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.

This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.

The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.

All working, including rough work, must be clearly shown and must be done on the same
sheet as the rest of the answer.

Omission of essential working will result in loss of marks.

The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].

Mathematical tables are provided.

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.

Question 1

(a) Find the value of ‘x’ and ‘y’ if: [3]

𝑥 7 6 −7 10 7
2[ ]+[ ]=[ ]
9 𝑦−5 4 5 22 15

(b) Sonia had a recurring deposit account in a bank and deposited `600 per month for 2½ [3]
years. If the rate of interest was 10% p.a., find the maturity value of this account.
(c) Cards bearing numbers 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20 are kept in a bag. A card [4]
is drawn at random from the bag. Find the probability of getting a card which is:

(i) a prime number.

(ii) a number divisible by 4.

(iii) a number that is a multiple of 6.

(iv) an odd number.

Question 2
(a) The circumference of the base of a cylindrical vessel is 132 cm and its height is [3]
25 cm. Find the

(i) radius of the cylinder

22
(ii) volume of cylinder. (use π = )
7

(b) If (k –3), (2k + 1) and (4k + 3) are three consecutive terms of an A.P., find the value [3]
of k.

(c) PQRS is a cyclic quadrilateral. Given QPS = 73o, PQS = 55o and PSR = 82o, [4]
calculate:

(i) QRS

(ii) RQS

(iii) PRQ

Question 3
(a) If (𝑥 + 2) and (𝑥 + 3) are factors of 𝑥 3 + 𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏, find the values of ‘a’ and ‘b’. [3]

(b) Prove that √𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 𝜃 + 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐 2 𝜃 = 𝑡𝑎𝑛𝜃 + 𝑐𝑜𝑡𝜃 [3]

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(c) Using a graph paper draw a histogram for the given distribution showing the number [4]
of runs scored by 50 batsmen. Estimate the mode of the data:

Runs 3000- 4000- 5000- 6000- 7000- 8000- 9000-

scored 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000 10000

No. of
4 18 9 6 7 2 4
batsmen

Question 4

(a) Solve the following inequation, write down the solution set and represent it on the [3]
real number line:

−2 + 10𝑥 ≤ 13𝑥 + 10 < 24 + 10𝑥, 𝑥 ∈ 𝑍

(b) If the straight lines 3𝑥 − 5𝑦 = 7 and 4𝑥 + 𝑎𝑦 + 9 = 0 are perpendicular to one [3]

another, find the value of a.

(c) Solve 𝑥 2 + 7𝑥 = 7 and give your answer correct to two decimal places. [4]

SECTION B (40 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this Section

Question 5

(a) The 4th term of a G.P. is 16 and the 7th term is 128. Find the first term and common [3]
ratio of the series.
(b) A man invests `22,500 in `50 shares available at 10% discount. If the dividend [3]
paid by the company is 12%, calculate:

(i) The number of shares purchased

(ii) The annual dividend received.

(iii) The rate of return he gets on his investment. Give your answer correct to the
nearest whole number.

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(c) Use graph paper for this question (Take 2cm = 1unit along both x and y axis). [4]
ABCD is a quadrilateral whose vertices are A(2,2), B(2,–2), C(0,–1) and D(0,1).

(i) Reflect quadrilateral ABCD on the y-axis and name it as A'B'CD.

(ii) Write down the coordinates of A' and B'.

(iii) Name two points which are invariant under the above reflection.

(iv) Name the polygon A'B'CD.

Question 6
(a) Using properties of proportion, solve for x. Given that x is positive: [3]

2𝑥 + √4𝑥 2 − 1
=4
2𝑥 − √4𝑥 2 − 1

(b) 2 3 0 4 1 0 [3]
𝐼𝑓 𝐴 = [ ],𝐵 = [ ] 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶 = [ ], find AC + B2 – 10C.
5 7 −1 7 −1 4

(c) Prove that (1 + cot 𝜃 − 𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑐𝜃)(1 + 𝑡𝑎𝑛𝜃 + 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝜃) = 2 [4]

Question 7

(a) Find the value of k for which the following equation has equal roots. [3]
𝑥 2 + 4𝑘𝑥 + (𝑘 2 − 𝑘 + 2) = 0

(b) On a map drawn to a scale of 1 : 50,000, a rectangular plot of land ABCD has the [3]
following dimensions. AB = 6cm; BC = 8cm and all angles are right angles. Find:

(i) the actual length of the diagonal distance AC of the plot in km.

(ii) the actual area of the plot in sq km.

(c) A(2, 5), B(–1, 2) and C(5, 8) are the vertices of a triangle ABC, ‘M’ is a point on [4]
AB such that AM : MB = 1 : 2. Find the co-ordinates of ‘M’. Hence find the
equation of the line passing through the points C and M.

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Question 8

(a) `7500 were divided equally among a certain number of children. Had there been [3]
20 less children, each would have received `100 more. Find the original number of
children.

(b) If the mean of the following distribution is 24, find the value of ‘a’. [3]

Marks 0 – 10 10 – 20 20 – 30 30 – 40 40 – 50
Number of
7 a 8 10 5
students

(c) Using ruler and compass only, construct a ∆ABC such that BC = 5 cm and AB = [4]
6.5 cm and ∠ABC = 120°

(i) Construct a circum-circle of ∆ABC

(ii) Construct a cyclic quadrilateral ABCD, such that D is equidistant from AB and
BC.

Question 9

(a) Priyanka has a recurring deposit account of `1000 per month at 10% per annum. If [3]
she gets `5550 as interest at the time of maturity, find the total time for which the
account was held.

(b) In PQR, MN is parrallel to QR and [3]

𝑃𝑀 2
=
𝑀𝑄 3

(i) Find
𝑀𝑁
𝑄𝑅
(ii) Prove that OMN and
ORQ are similar.

(iii) Find, Area of OMN : Area of ORQ

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(c) The following figure represents a solid consisting of a right circular cylinder with [4]
a hemisphere at one end and a cone at the other. Their common radius is 7 cm. The
height of the cylinder and cone are each of 4 cm. Find the volume of the solid.

Question 10

(a) Use Remainder theorem to factorize the following polynomial: [3]

2𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 − 9𝑥 − 10.

(b) In the figure given below ‘O’ is the centre of the circle. If QR = OP and ∠ORP = [3]
20° . Find the value of ‘x’ giving reasons.

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(c) The angle of elevation from a point P of the top of a tower QR, 50m high is 60o and [4]
that of the tower PT from a point Q is 30o. Find the height of the tower PT, correct
R
to the nearest metre.

P Q

Question 11

(a) The 4th term of an A.P. is 22 and 15th term is 66. Find the first term and the common [4]
difference. Hence find the sum of the series to 8 terms.

(b) Use Graph paper for this question. [6]

A survey regarding height (in cm) of 60 boys belonging to Class 10 of a school was
conducted. The following data was recorded:

Height
135 – 140 140 – 145 145 – 150 150 – 155 155 – 160 160 – 165 165 – 170
in cm
No. of
4 8 20 14 7 6 1
boys

Taking 2cm = height of 10 cm along one axis and 2 cm = 10 boys along the other
axis draw an ogive of the above distribution. Use the graph to estimate the
following:

(i) the median

(ii) lower Quartile

(iii) if above 158 cm is considered as the tall boys of the class. Find the number of
boys in the class who are tall.

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 ICSE Paper Question (2009)
MATHEMATICS
SECTION A [40 Marks]
(Answer all questions from this Section.)
Question 1.
(a) Mr. Dubey borrows I(' 1,00,000 from State Bank of India at 11% per annum
compound interest. He repays , 41,000 at the end of the first year and t 47,700
at the end of the second year. Find the amount outstanding at the beginning of
the third year. [3]
(b) A dice i-S thrown once. What is the probability that the
(i) number is even
(ii) number is greater than 2 ? [3]
(c) Find the HCF and LCM of the following polynomials : **
3x3-27x2 + 60x and x2 -16 [4]
Solution:
(a) Given : P =, 1,00,000, R == 11%
PRT 1,00,000 x 11 x 1
Interest for first year = , 11,000
= 100 = 100
Amount after first year = 1,00,000 + 11,000 = I(' 1,11,000
Principal for second year = t 1,11,000 - , 41,000
= '70,000
70,000 X 11 X 1
Interest for second year =
100
=, 7,700
Amount after s�cond year = , 70,000 + 7,700 = 77,700
Amount outstanding for beginning of third year
.
= '77,700-, 47,700
= � 30,000. Ans.
(b) Dice is thrown once.
Sample space = (1, 2, 3, 4. 5, 6}
n (S) = 6
(i) Number is even = {2, 4, 6}
n (E) = 3
n (E) 3
P (Even number) Ans.
= n (S) 6 = 1/2
=

(ii) Number is greater than 2 = {3, 4, 5. 6}

n (E) = 4
n (E) 4 2
P (> 2) = Ans.
n (S) = 6 = 3
** Solution has not given due to out ofpresent syllabus.
 [!]
Question2.
(a) Find x and y, i{� 3
;]
1
= [ :] [3]

(b) What least number must be added to each of the numbers 5, 11, 19 and 37 so
t!J,at they are in proportion ? [3]
(c) Given that x + 2 and x + 3 are factors of 2:r: + a.x + 7x - b. Determine the values
3 2

ofa and b. [4]

Solution:
1
(a) Given:
[: 3;] [:] [ :]
=
[6x + 2x] = [16]
3y + 6y 9
1
[:] = [ :]
Bx= 16 ⇒ X = 2]
Ans.
9y = 9 ⇒ y = 1
(b) Let the number x be added to each number.
5 + X: 11 + X = 19 + X; 37 + X
5 +x 19 +x
11 +�
= 37 +x
By componendo and dividendo,
5 + X + 11 + X 19 + X + 37 + X
=>
5 + X -11- X - 19 + X - 37 - X
I
16 + 2x 56 + 2x
-� =. -18
⇒ 3 (16 + 2x) = 56 + 2x
48 + 6x = 56 + .2x
⇒ 4% = 8
=> X = 2 Ans.
(c) Given : (x + 2) and (x + 3) arc the factors of 2x3 + 9x2 + 7x - b.
·: f (-2) andf(-3) will be zero.
ff.x) = 2x3 + ax2 + 7x - b
fi,.-2) = 2 (-2)3 + a (-2)2 + 7 (-2) - b = O
- 16 + 4a - 14 - b = 0
4a-b = 30 ... (1)
f(-3) = 2 (-3)3 + a (-3)2 + 7 (-3) - b = 0
- 54 + 9a - 21- b = 0
9a - b = 75 ... (2)
Solving (1) and (2). we get
a = 9, b = 6 Ans.
Question 3.
(a) Solve the inequation and represent the solution set on the number line.
Bx 14
- 3 + x 5 + 2 5 + 2:r, where x EE I
3 3 [3]

(b) Find the value ofp for which the lines

2:r + 3y - 7 = 0 and 4y - px - 12 = 0 are perpendicular to each other.
[8]
(c) In the given figure O is the centre of the circle, L BAD = 75 and chord BC =
°

chord CD. Find: (i) L BOC (ii) LORD (iii) L JJCD. [41

Solution:
8:c 14
(a) -3 + X � 3 + 2 :5 3 + 2:r;, X E I
Bx 14
-3+x :S Bx +2 -+2 s; + 2:c
3 3 3
Bx-�> 3- Bx -2.x 14 2
< --­
- - 2
3 1 3 - 3 1
Bx-3x 8:r-6x 14-6
3 � --5 3 :5 -3-
-15 2x 8
-<
5.x '2 - 3
X '2 -3 X :5 4
Solution set {-3�x:54}

t t-t-t-t-t-t-t-
-3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3 4
(b) Given equation is 2:r + 3y - 7 = 0
3y = -2x + 7
2 7
y = - 3x + 3
. 2
Slope of the line (m1 ) == -
3
Another equation is 4y-px-12 0 =
⇒ 4y = px + 12

y = �x + 3

Slope of the line (m2) = !

,..--- I

As per the question, lines are perpendicular.

m 1 xm2 = -1
2 p
-3x4 = -1

-2p = -12
⇒ p = 6 Ans.
(c) Given : L BAD = 75 ° , chord �C = chord CD
L BOD = 2 X L BAD = 2 X 75° = 150°

(i) LBOC = ½LBOD

1 °
=
2 x 150 = 75" Ans.

(ii) L OBD = ½ (180° - 150 °)

=
15 ° Ans.
(iii) L BCD = 180° - 75° = 105 ° Ans.
Question 4.
(a) Find the mean, median and mode of the following distribution :
8, 10, 7, 6, 10, 11, 6, 13, 10 [3]
(b) Without using trigonometric tables evaluate the following:
sec 17° tan 68 °
..,30 + t 220 + cos2 44 ° + cos2 460 (3]
cosec ,, co I
(c) AC and BD are two perpendicular diameters of a circle A

with centre 0. If AC = 16 cm, calculate the area and

perirrwter oftlie shaded part. (Take tr= 3.14) [4]
Solution: o B

(a) Mean = � = 8 + 10 :" 7 + 6 + 10 + 11 + 6 + 13 + 10

9
81
= g- 9
= Ans.
For the median, we arrange the data in ascending order
6,6,7,8,10, 10, 10,11,13
.
Median = -
+(n 1)th term= (9-+ 1Jth term
2 2
= 5 th term = 10
In the given data, 10 occurs maximum number of times, there�ore
Mode = 10 Ans.
sec 17" tan 68°
(b) Giuen: + cos 2440 + cos2 460
cosec 730 + cot 220
 o 0 o 0
= sec (go - 73 ) tan (90 - 22 )
cosec 73 0 + co t 22" + cos 2 (90o - 460) + cos2 460

= cosec 73
°
cot 22 ° . 2 460 + cos 2 4 60
cosec 730 + cot 220 + sm
= 1+1+1=3 Ans.
(c) Given: AC= 16 cm= diameter of the circle, 7t = 3·14. A

Area of shaded portion = 2 quadrant

1
= 2x 1tr2 D

= ½x 3·14x(8)2

= 100-48 cm 2 Ans.
Perimeter of the shaded portion = ro- + DB + AC
= 3·14 X 8 + 16 + 16
= 57·12 cm. Ans.
SECTION B [40 Marks]
Answer any four Questions in this Section.
Question 5.
(a) A shop�eper bought a TV at a discount of 30% of the listed price of, 24,000.
The soopkeeper offers a discount of 10% of the listed price to his customer. If the
VAT(ValueAdded Tax) is 10%.
Find : (i) the amount paid by the customer.
(ii) the VAT to be paid by the shopkeeper. (3]
(b) Solve the following quadratic equation and giue the answer correct to two
significant figures.
- 4x2 - 7x + 2 == 0 [3]
(c) Use graph paper to answer this questicn.
(i) Plot the points A (4� 6) and B (1, 2)
(ii) A' is the image ofA when re/1,ected in X-axis.
(iii) B1 is the image of B when B is reflected in the line! AA�
(iv) Give the geometrical name for the figure AB-A 'B� [4]
Solution:
(a) (i) Discount = 30% on 24,000
30
X 24,000 = � 7, 200
= lOQ
Cost price of shopkeeper = 24,000 - 7,200
= '16,800

Tax @ 10%
= 10 ;�gsoo = , 1680
Amount paid by shopkeeper = 16,800 + 1,680 = , 18,480
 10
Discount on customer = 10% on 24,000 = 100 x 24,000
= '2,400
Selling price of shopkeeper = 24,000 - 2,400 =, 21,600
10 ���,GOO
Tax@ 10% = = ' 2,160
The amount paid by customer = 21,600 + 2,160 =, 23,760 Ans.
(ii) VAT to be paid by shopkeeper = � 2,160- � 1,680
= ,480 Ans.
2
(b) Given equation 4x - 7x + 2 = 0 comparing with ax + bx + c = p, we have a = 4,
2

b = -7. c = 2 ;
-----
-b ± ✓ b 2 -4ac
X =
2a
= +7 ± ✓ (7) - 4 X 4 X 2 = + 7 ± ✓ 49 - 32
2
2x4 8
= 7 ± 4·123
8
Taking +ue sign
... _ 7 + 4·123 _ 11·123 -13·9
... - 8 - 8 -
Taking - ve sign
X _ 7 - 4· 123 _ 2·877 _ 0·36 f
- 8 - 8 - "'

= 1·390 and 0·3596

� = 1·4 and 0·36 Ans.
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Question 6.
(a) In the given figure, ABC and CEF are two triangles wliere BA is parallel to CE
andAF:AC=S: 8.
(i) . Prove that L1 ADF - � CEF.
(ii) Find AD if CE = 6 cm.
(iii) If DF is parallel to BC find area of L1 ADF: area of ..1 ABC. [3]
A

B,.______...,,
(b) Proue the following identity :
sinA 1 +cos A
= 2 cosec A [3]
1 + cos A + sin . A .
(c) The following table gi.ues the wages of workers in a factory :
Wages in, 45-50 50-55 ss:_so 60-65 65-70 70-75 75--80
No. of workers 5 8 30 25 14 12 6
Calculate the mean by the short cut method. [4]
Solution:
(a) In A ABC and & CEF, A

BA II CE (given)
AF 5(.
AC = 8 given
and )
AF 5.
=>
AF+FC = 5 +3
AF 5 ·
=>
FC = 3
(i) LDAF = LFCE: (Int. L)
LAFD = L CFE: (Vert.)
.6. ADF ~ L\ CEF (AA similarity)
Proved
(ii)

5
AD =
=>
3 x 6 = 10 cm Ans.

(iii) Given : DF II BC
.6.ADF - &ABC
AF AD' 5
Ac·= AB =g,
Area of .6. ADF AD2 (5)2 25
Ans.
Area of A ABC = AB2 = (8)2 = 64
 sin A 1 + cos A
(b) L.H.S.
= l+cosA + sinA
sin 2 A+ 1 + cos2 A +.2 cos A
sin A (1 + cos A)
2 + 2 cos A 2 (1 + cos A)
= sin A (1 + cos A) =sin A(l + cos A)
= 2 cosec A = R.H.S. Proved
(c) Class interoal Class Marks dj=X;.-A Frequency 'fi.�
xi fl
45-50 47·5 - 15 5 ·L75
50-55 52·5 -10 8 -80
55-60 57·5 -5 30 -150
60--65 62·5 (A) 0 25 0
65-70 67·5 5 14 70
70-75 12�5 10 12 120
75-80 77·5 15 6 90
1: /;: = 100 r.t:,-d;; = - 25
Here, A= 62·5
'£ !',,-di
Mean = A+ I.[;
25)
= 62·5 + (-I00
= 62·5-0·25 = 62·25 Ans.
Question 7.
(a) Amit Kumar invests , 36,000 in buying t 100 shares at t 20 premium. The
,· dividend is 15% per annum. Find :
(i) The number of shares he buys J
(ii) His yearly dividend
(iii) The percentage return on his investment.
Give your answer correct to the nearest whole number. [3]
(b) What sum of money will amount to t 9,261 in 3 years at 5% per annum
compound interest ? [3]
(c) Mr. Mishra has a Savings Bank Account in Al.lahabad Bank. H�1 pass book
entms are as follows : f
Date Particulars Withdrawals Deposits B(l.lance
(in 'J (in I(> (in I(>
Jan.4,2007 By Cash - 1000.00 looo.oo
Jan. 11, 2007 By Cheque - 3000.00 4000.00
Feb. 3, 2007 By Cash - 2500.00 6500.00
Feb. 7, 2007 To Cheque 2000.00 - 4500.00
March 3, 2007 By Cash 5000.00 9500.00
March 25, 2007 By Cash - 2000.00 11,500.00
June 7, 2007 By Cash - 3500.00 15000.00
Aug_ 29, 2007 To Cheque 1000.00 - 14000.00
Rate of interest paid by the bank is 4.5% per annum_ Mr. Mishra closes his
account on 3()lh October, 2007. Find the interest he receives. ❖ [4]
Solution:
(a) MV of 1 share = , (100 + 20) ==, 120
Given : Dividend = 15%, Investment = 36,000
Investment
Number of shares buys =
(i)
MV
_ 36,000 _ 300 Ans.
- 120 -

(ii) Dividend on 1 share == , �� x 100 =, 15

1
Dividend on 300 shares = 15 x 300
= t 4,500 Ans.
4,500 '
Rate of.mterest x 100
(iii)
= 36'000 ,-
' '
= 12·5% Ans.
(b) Give� A=, 9,261, T = 3 year, R;:: 5%

A= P(l+ i!oJ
=> 9, 261 = P (1 + 1 J
�0

⇒ 9,261 = p(!� J

p = 9,261 X 20 X 20 X 20
21 x21x 21
= '8,000 Ans.
(c) Qualifying amounts for interest for various months
-,

January '
1,000 P = '92,000
February '
4,500
'
T = lmonth
March 9,500 R = 4·5%
April '
9,500 PxRxT
'
I.

Interest =
May 9,500
' '
100
June '
15,000 - 92,000 X 4·5 X 1
'
15,000
-
100 X 12
'
July
August 14,000 = ,a45 Ans.
p
Se tember '
14,000
' 92,000
Question 8.
\i
_ a3 + 3ab 2 63
(a) Gwen that
b3 + 3a2b = 62 .
Using Componenda and Dividendo find a .- b. [3]
(b)

0
In the aboue figure AB = 7 cm and BC = 9 cm.
(i) Prove .1 ACD - Ll DCB.
, (ii) Find the kngth of CD. [31
(c) The giuen figure represents
' a hemisphere surmounted by a
conical block of wood. The diameter of their bases is 6 cm each
and the slant height of the cone is 5 cm. Calculate :
(i) the height of the cone.
(ii) the uolume of the solid. [4]
Solution:
a 3 + 3ab 2 . 63
(a) Giuen:
b3 + 3a2b = 62
By componendo and dividendo, I
a 3 + 3ab 2 + b 8 + 3a2b 63 + 62

(§_J
a 3 + 3ab 2 - b 3 - 3a 2b = 63 - 62
(a+b) 3 = 125 =
(a-b)3 1 1
a +b 5
a-b = l
Again componendo and dividendo.
a+b+a-b· 5+1 6
a+b-a+b = 5-1 =4
2a 3
2b = 2
a:b = 3:2 Ans.
(b) Giuen : AB = 7 cm, BC = 9 cm.
(i) In A ACD and tJ. DCB, C
LC = L·c (common)
L CDB = L BAD (L's alternate segment)
& ACD ~ .1 DCB (By A·A similarity)
Proved
·"
 (ii) ACxBC = CO 2 (".' 6ACD ~ 6DCB)
CD = 16 x 9 = 144
2

CD= 12cm. Ans.

(c) Giuen : Diameter (AB) = 6 cm, r (OB) = 3 cm, l (DB) = 5 cm. C
(i) 0D 2 = DB2 - OB2
= 25-9 = 16
OD = 4cm Ans.
(ii) -volum� of hemisphere = �
2 22
= a X X (3)3
7
= 56-57 cm.3 •
1 1 22
Volume of cone :::: rr.r2h = x x 9 x 4 = 37·71 ems
3 3 7
Volume of the solid = 37-71 + 56_·57
= 94·28 cm3 • Ans.
Question 9. ri
(a) Attempt thij question on graph paper.
Marks obtained by 200 students in e.xaminatwn are given below
Marks 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 90-100
No. of Students 5 10 14 21 25 34 36 27 16 12
Draw an Ogive for the given distribution taking 2 cm = 10 marks on one axis
and 2 cm :::: 20 students on the other axis.
From the graph find
(i) the Median
(ii) the Upper Quartile
(iii) Number of students scoring above 65 marks.
(iv) If JO students qualify for merit scholarship, find the minimum marks
requi71rd to qualify. [6]
(b) From two pfJints A and B on the same side of a building, the angles of eleuation
of the top of the. building are 30 ° and 60 ° respectively. If the height of the
building is 10m, find the distance between A and B correct to two decimal
places. [4]
Solution:
(a) Marks No, of students cf
0--10 5 5
10-20 10 15
2�0- 14 29
3�0 21 60
40-50 25 75
6�0 34 109
6�70 36 145
70-80 27 172
80-90 16 188
90--100 12 200
 I an■ 101T\41"U�:.:-�
I Q'h •20-.mmy-a,,,

10 20

(i)

Median = (�

From the graph 100th tenn is 57 ·5.

r
Here n (no. of students) = 200 (even)
term = 100th term. I-

Median = 57·5 Ans.

. 3n 3 x200 th
Upper quartile (Q 3 ) = term
(ii)
4= 4
= 3 x 50 = 150 term
From Graph 150 term = 71·5
th

The upper quartile = 71·5 Ans.

(iii) Number of students scoring above 65 marks = 200 - 128 = 72 Ans,
(iv) Minimum marks to qualify = 92 Ans.
10 D
(b) In� DBC, tan 60 ° = -
X
{3 = 10
=>
10m
10 {3
X = �x-
./3 -fg
10-{a
=-3 �m y B X

L
 10 1
In .1. DAC, tan30" = --=­
x+y i3
::=) x+y = 10.../3
y = 10 -fa-_!Q_
-rs
30-10 20 -.fa
= =-x-
-../3 \13 -.fa
_ 20 -.[3
- 3
= 11·55m Ans.
Question 10.
(a) Mrs. Goswami deposits , 1000 every month in a recurring deposit account for 3
years at 8% interest per annum. Find the matured v,alue. [3]
{b) Find the equation of a line with x intercept = 5 and passing through the point
(4, -7). [3]
(c) In a school the weekly pocket money of 50 students i,s as follows :
Weekly pocket money in, 40-50 50-60 60-70 70-80 80-90 90-100
No. of students 2 8 12 14 8 6
Draw a histogram and a frequency polygon on the same graph. Find the mode.
· from the graph. [4]
Solution:
(a) Total Principal (P) for 1 month
p = X X n (� + 1) = 1000 X 36; 37

= '6,66,000
PRT 6•66•000 x 8 x 1
Interest for 1 month
= 100 = 100 X 12
= f 4,440
Total amount deposited by Mr. Goswami = 36 x 1000 =, 36,000
Maturity value = , 36,000 + 4,440
= ' 40, 440 Ans.
(b) Equation of the line passing through (5, 0) and (4, -7):
Yz -Y1 -
y - Y1 = (.,;: x1)
Xz-X1
-7-0
y - 0 = _ (x - 5)
4 5
-7
y = -(x-5)
-1
y = 7 (x-5)
y = 1x - 35
7x-y-35 = 0 Ans.
(c)

y
14
v\

I/
12

� 10

- 8
�

1/
0 \.

4 \
2
X
0 30 40 50 HHE 60 Hffil 70 80 90 100
·Pocket Money

So, from the graph, Mode = 73 Ans.

Question 11.
(a) The rrwdel of a building f:s constructed with scale factor 1 : 30.
(i) If the height of the model is B0·cm, find the actual height of the building in
metres.
(ii) If the actual volume of a tank at the top of the building is 27m3, find the
volume of the tank on the top of the model. / [2]
(b) The speed of an express train is x km/h and the speed of an ordinary train is 12
km/h less than that of the express train. If the ordinary train takes one hour
longer than the express train to cover a distance of 240 km, find the speed of the
express train. [4]
(c) Using ruler and compasses construct
(i) a triangle ABC in whieh AB = 5.5 cm, BC = 3.4 cm and CA = 4.9 cm.
(ii) the locus ofpoints equidistant from A and C.
(iii) a circle touching AB at A and passing through C. [4]
Solution:
1
(a) Scale factor k =
30
(i) Height of the model = k (times the height of the building)
Height of_building = 80 x 30
= 2400 cm
= 24m Ans,
 (ii) Volume of model = k 3 times volume of the building
1 1 1
= 30 X 30 X 30 X 27 m3
1 3 3
= 1000 m = 0·001 m
. 240
(b) Time taken by express tram = - h
:c
Speed of ordinary train = (x - 12) km/h
. 240
Time taken by ordinary tram
= x _ 12
240 240 - 1
According to the question, =
X X-12
==> 240 (x - 12) = 240 x - :c (% -· 12)
⇒ 240x -2880 = 240 X - x2 + 12r
=> 2
x: - 12x - 2880 = 0
⇒ x2 - 60x + 48x - 2880 = 0
⇒ x (x - 60) + 48 (x - 60) = 0
⇒ (x - 60) (x + 48) = 0
either x-60=0 or x+48=0
⇒ x:=60 or x=-48 Ans.
Hence, the speed of express train is 60 km/h.
(c) Steps of construction :
1. Draw .6. ABC with given values.
2. Draw XY perpendicular bisector of AC.

3. Draw perpen.d.icular of AB at A which cuts

perpendicular XY at 0.

4. ·Draw a circle at centre O which touching AB at A

••
and passing through C i.e., required circle.
 ICSE Question Paper (2013)
MATHEMATICS
SECTION A [40 Marks]
(Answer all questions from this Section.)

-:J :l
Question 1.

(a) GiuenA=
�
B =[� �], C=[�
Find the matrix X such that A + 2X = 2B + C. [3]
p f y p
(b) At what rate% .a. will a sum o , 4000 ield, 1324 as com ound interest in 3
years? [3]
f f
(c) The median o the ollowing obseruations 11, 12, 14, (x- 2). (x + 4), (x + 9), 32,
38, 47 arranged in ascending or<kr is 24. Find the value of x and hence find the
�� �
Solution:

(a) Given: A=[: �] , B= [� :]andC=[: :]

A+2X = 2B+C
Putting the given values, we get

[: �]+2X f: �]+[: :]
=

2X - [�:: ::j-[! �]
X = ![--4
2 6
10]
2

(b) Gil.Jen:
X = [-: !]
Principal = '4,000, C.I. = '1,324,
An&

Amount = P + C.I.
= ' (4,000 + 1, 324) = ' 5, 324
Time = 3 yea.rs

A= P(l+
l�OJ
We know that,

5, 324 = 4, oO0 (1 + l�J

5,324 ( r J
4,000 = l + 100
 J
u�J
(1
�:� = + 1�0

(1 ;
= + 1�0
r 11
Therefore,
l + 100 = 10
r 11
1
100 = 10-
r 1
100 = 10
100
r = 10
r = 10% Ans.
(c) Given observation are 11, 12, 14, (x - 2). (x + 4), (x + 9), 32, 38, 47 and median
=24.
n = 9 (odd)
n+l
Mdie an = - -th term
2
9+1
= - -thtenn
2
24 = 5th term
X +4 = 24
X = 24-4
X = 20
Therefore, 11, 12, 14, (20 - 2), (20 + 4), (20 + 9), 32, 38, 47
= 11,12, 14, 18,24,29,32,38,47
Ix
Now Mean= -
n
11 + 12 + 14 + 18 + 24 + 29 + 32 + 38 + 47
=
9
_ 225 _ 25
- 9 - Ans.
. Question 2.
(a) What number must be added to each of the number 6, 15, 20 and 43 to make
them proportional ? [3]
(b) If (.x - 2) is a fa,ctor of the expression 2x + ax2 + bx - 14 and when the expression
3

is divided by (x - 3), it leaves a remainder 52, find the values of a. and b. [3]
(c) Draw a histogram from the following frequency . distribution and find the mode
���= 00
Class 0-5 5-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30
Frequency 2 5 18 14 8 5
Solution:
(a} Let the number must be added be x, then
the new number = 6 + x, 15 +x, 20 + x, 43 +x
·: These are proportionals.
6 + X : 15 + X ;: 20 + X : 43 + X
or (6 + .x:)(43 + x) = (15 + x)(20 + x)
or 258 + 6x + 43x + x2 = 300 + 20x + 15.t + x2
or 49.x - 35x = 300 - 258
or 14x = 42
or .% = 3. Ans.
(b) Let (x - 2) is a factor of the given expression.
x-2 == 0
X ;, 2
Given expression,
2x3 + a.x2 + bx - 14 = 0
2 (2)3 + a (2)2 + b (2) - 14 = 0
16 + 4a + 2b - 14 = 0
4a+2b+2 = 0
4a + 2b = -2
2a +b = -1 ... (i)
and when given expression is divided by (x - 3)
x-3 = 0
=> X = 3

2x + ax + bx - 14 = 52
3 2
3
2 {3) + a(3)2 + b(3) - 66 = 0
54 + 9a + 3b - 66 == 0
9a + 3b = 12
3a +b = 4 ... (ii)
Solving equation (i) and (ii),
2a +b = -1
3a +b = 4
(-) (-) (+)
-a = -5
a = 5
from (ii),
3x5+b = 4
b = 4-15
b = -11
a = 5 and b = .:. 11 Ans.
478 !CSE La.st 10 Years Solved Papers
(c) v

18
16
14
12
10
8

X
O 5 10 15 20 25 30
From the Hist.ogram the value of Mode is 13·8. Ans.
Question 3.
(a) Without using tables evaluate 3 cos 80°.Cosec 10° + 2 sin 59° sec 31 °. [3]
(b) In. the given figure, D
LBAD=65°�
LABD=70°,
LBDC=45°
(i) Prove that AC is a diameter of the circle.
(ii) Find LACB.
(c) AB is a di.ameter of a circle with centre C = (-2, 5). IfA = (3, -7). Find: I
(i) The �ngth of 7:ad.ius AC
(ii) The coordinates of B. [4]
Solution:
(a) Giuen:
3 cos 80°·cosec 10° + 2 sin 59° sec 31°
= 3 cos 80° coaec (90° - 80°) + 2 sin 59° sec (90° - 59°)
= 3 cos 80° see 80° + 2 sin 59° cosec 59°
1
= 3 COS 80° X C0/ 0 + 2 Sin 59° X in 0
80 S 59
= 8 + 2 = 5. Ans.
° ° °·
(b) Given: L BAD= 65 , L ABD = 70 , L BDC = 45
(i) ·. · ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral.
lnAABD,
L BDA + L DAB + L ABD = 1�0° By using sum property ofA'
° ° °
L BDA = 180 -(65 + 70 )
°
= 180° -135
= 45°
 Now from l!J.. ACD,
LADC = LADB+LBDC
= 46 ° + 45 ° (·: L BDA = L ADB = 45°)
= 90 °
Hence, LD makes right angle belongs in semi-circle therefore AC is a
diameter of the circle.
(ii) LACB = LADB (Angles in the same segment of a circle)
LACB = 45 ° C-. · L ADB = 45°) Ans,
(c) (i) The length of radius AC = ✓ (-2 -3) 2 + (5 + 7-P.
= ✓ (-5)2 + (12)2
= ✓ 25 + 144 A
(3, -7)
---1---�
C (-2. 5)
B

= ✓ 169
= 13. Ans.
(ii) Let the point of B be (x, y ).
Given C is the mid-point of AB. Therefore
_2 . = 3 +x
2
⇒ 3 +x = - 4
⇒ X = -4-3=-7
-7+y-
and 5 =-2
=> 10 = -7+y
y = _17
Hence, the co-ordinate ofB (-7, 17). Ans.
Question 4.
(a) Solve the following equation and calculate the answer correct to two decimal
places:
x2-5x-10 = 0. [3]
(b) In the gfoen figure, AB and DE are per- A
pendicular to BC.
(i) Proue that L1ABC - LiDEC
(ii) If AB = 6 cm, DE = 4 cm and AC
= 15 cm. Calculate CD.
(iii) Find the ratio of the area of L1 B ....._____--L---------"'- c
ABC : area of L1 DEC. [3] E
(c) Using graph paper, plot the. points A(6, 4) and B(O. 4).
(i) Ref!.ect A and B in the origi,n to get the images A I and B �
(ii) Write the. co-ordinates ofA I and B �
(iii) State the geometrical name for the. figure ABA 'B �
(iv) Find its perimeter. [4]
 Solution:
{a) Given= x2 -5x-10 = 0

Here, a = 1, b = - 5 and c = -10

D = b 2 -4ac
= (-5)2 - 4 X 1 X - 10
D = 25 + 40 = 65
-b±{D
=
2a
X

5 ± .../65 5 ± 8·06
= 2xl = 2
5 + 8· 06 5 - 8·06
=
2 2
13-06 3-06
2 , 2
X = 6-53, -1·53 Ans.
(b) (i) From 6 ABC and A DEC,
LABC = LDEC=90° (Given)
and L ACB = L DCE = Common
6.ABC - aDEC (By AA similarity)
(ii) In A ABC and t-. DEC.
/J. ABC - A DEC (proved in (i) part)
I
AB = AC
DE CD
Given : AB = 6 cm, DE = 4 cm, AC
= 15 cm,
6 15
4 = CD
=> 6 x CD = 15 x 4

CD= �O E

CD= 10cm. Ans.

Area of A ABC AB 2
(iii) (" .' A ABC - t-. DEC)
Area of 6. DEC = DE2
(6)2
= (4)2
3·6 = 9
= w i
:. Area of A ABC : Area of A DEC = 9 : 4. Ans.
(c) (i) Please See Graph;
y

B (0, 4)
4, -------------------.�A(6, 4)
, .,"$ ,,"
,' 2
1 ,.
,,
x·-------'----11--1-----+--+--+<--+---+-__
,
..........__x
-6-5-4:--'3-2-1 O 1 2/3 4 5 6 7
.' -1
/
-2
-3
,'
A'• ----- ----------
{-6,- '9, (0, -4}
4)
-5

Y'
(ii) Reflection of A' and B' in the origin= A' (--6, -4) and B' (0, -4)
(iii) The geometrical name for the figure AB A'B' is a parallelogram.
(iv) From the graph, AB = 6 cm, BB' = 8 cm.
In 6. ABB'
{AB') 2 = AB2 + (BB')2
= (6)2 + (8) 2 = 36 + 64
= 100
AB' = lO=A'B (AB A' B' is a parallelogram)
Perimeter of ABA'B' = A'B' + AB'+ AB + A'B
= 6+10+6+10
= 32 units. Ans.
SECTION B [40 Marks]
Answer any -four Questions in this Section.
Question 5.
(a) Solve {he following in.equation, write the solution set and represent it on the
number line :
X X 1 1
--<--1-<-•xeR
3-2 (3]
3 6
(b) Mr. Britto deposits a certain sum of money ea.ch month in a Recurring Deposit -
Account of a bank. If the rate of interest is of 8% per annum and Mr. Britto gets
, 8088 from the bank after 3 years, find the value of his monthly instalment.
[3]
f
(c) Salman buys 50 shares.o face value, 100 available at, 132.·
(i) What is his inuestrrumt ?
(ii) If the dividend is 7.5%, what will be his a.nnual income ?
(iii) If he wants to increase his annual income by � 150, how many extra
shares should he buy ? [4]
Solution:
x x l 1
(a) Given: -3s2-13 < 6
Ta.king L.C.M. of 3, 2 and 6 is 6.
X X 4 1
- x6� xs- x6 < x6
3 2 3 6
-2:r:5:3:c-8 < 1
-2:r S 3x-8 and 3x-B < 1
8 :5' 3.:t+2z � 3x < 1+8
8 s 5:c 3x < 9
� -< x => X < 3
5 -
:. The solution set is {x: 1·6 � x S 3, x e R}
◄ I I I I i I
-1 0 1 2 3 4 Number line
(b) Let the monthly instalment be , x
Given: Maturity amount=, 8,088, Time (n) = 3 years= 3 x 12 months= 36
months, Rate (R) = 8% p.a.
. . n (n + 1)
PrinCiple for one month = P x 2
xx36x 37
=
2
= 18 X 37x
18 X 37x X 8 X 1
Interest =
100 x 12
444.x
= J
100
Actual sum deposited = 36 :c
Maturity amount = Interest + Actual sum deposited
444.x
8, 088 = lQQ + 36 X
4,044x
8, 088 = 100
_ 8,088 X 100 _
200
X - 4,044 -
Hence, the monthly instalment be , 200. Ans.
(c) Number of shares = 50
Face value of each share = , 100
Market value of each share = � 132
Total face value = , 100 x 50
= '5,000
(i) Total investment = , 132 x 50
= '6,600 Ans.
 (ii) Rate of dividend = 7·5%
- , S,OOO x 7·5
Annual income - 100
= ,375 Ans.
(iii) Let extra share should he buy be .x.
then total number of shares = 50 + x
Total face value = , 100 x (50 + x)
= , 100 x (5� � x) x 7·5
Annual income
0
:::: (50 + x) X 7·5
(50 +x)x 7·5 = 375 + 150
- 525
50 +x = _ = 70
75
X = 70-50
X = 20
Hence, the extra shares should be buy = 20. Ans.
Question 6.
1-cosA sin A
(a) Show that [3]
1 + cos A - 1 + cos A
(b) In the given circle with centre 0, L ABC = 100 °, L ACD = 40 ° and CT is a
tangent to the circle at C. Find LADC and L DCT. [3]
A

B D

(c) Giuen below are the entries in a Savings Bank A I c pass book :
Date Particulars Withdrawals Deposit Balance
Feb. 8. BIF - - '8,500
Feb.18 To self '4,000 - -
April 12 By cash - '2,230 -
June 15 To self '5,000 - -
July 8 By cash - '6,000 -
Calculate the interest for six months from February to July at 6% p.a. [4]
Solution:
1-cosA
(a) L.H.S. = 1 + cos A
Multiplying by ✓ 1 + cos A in numerator and denominator

= ✓- 1 - cos A
1 + cos A
X 1 + cos A
-1 + cos A
 (1 - cos A) (1 + cos A)
=
{1 + cos A) (1 + cos A)
1-cos2 A
(1 + cos A)2
sin2 A
=
(1 + cos A)2
sin A
=R.H.S. Proved
= 1 + cos A
(b) Giuen : L ABC = 100°
We know that.
L ABC + L ADC == 180 ° (The sum of opposite angles in
°
100 + L ADC = 180
°
a cyclic quadrilateral = 180 ° )
L ADC = 180 ° - 100°
LADC = 80 °
Join OA and OC, we have a isosceles L\ OAC,
OA = OC (Radii of a circle)
L AOC = 2 x L ADC (by theorem)
or L AOC = 2 x 80 = 160"
°

In/1.AOC, 8
°
L AOC + L OAC + L OCA = 180
160° + L OCA + 4 OCA = 180° [". · LOAC = LOCA]
2LOCA = 20 °
L OCA = 10 °
L OCA + L OCD = 40 ° I
10 ° + L OCD = 40"
LOCD = 30 °
Hence, L OCD + L DCT = L OCT
LOCT = 90°
(The tangent at a point to circle is .1. to the radius through the point to contant)
30° + L DCT = 90°
.
L DCT = 60 ° Ans.
(c) Date Particulars Withdrawals Deposit Balance
- -
' '
Feb.8 B/F t 8,500
-
'
Feb. 18 To self 4,000 4,500
April 12 By cash -
' '
2,230 t 6,730
-
' '
June 15 To self 5,000 1,730
July8 By cash - 6,000 7,730
Principal for the month of Feb. = , 4,500
Principal for the month of March = t 4,500
 Principal for the month of April = f 4,500
Principal for the month of May = , 6,730
Principal for the month of June = � 1,730
Principal for the month of July = , 7,730
Total principal from the month of Feb. to July = � 29,690
1
Time = years
12
Rate of interest = 6%
PxRxT
Interest =
100
29690 X 6 X 1
=
100 X 12
= � 148·45 Ans.
Question 7.
(a) In ..1 ABC, A(3, 5), B(7, 8) and C(l, -10). Find the equation of the median
through A. [3]
(b) A shopkeeper sells an article at the listed price of, 1,500 and tk rate of VAT is
12% at each stage of sale. If the shopkeeper pays a VAT of� 36 to the
Government, what was the price, inclusive of Ta:r:,, at which the shopkeeper
purchased the article from the wholesaler ? [3]
(c) In the fig gi fr f ng
ure ven, om the top o a buildi AB = 60 m A
high, the angles of depression of the top and bottom of a
vertical lamp post CD are observed to be 30 ° and 60 ° D

respectively. Fin,d:
(i) The hori2ontal distance between AB and CD.
(ii) The height oft� lamp post. [4] 9,_,______,.c

Solution:
(a) Here D is mid point of BC. (Given)
= (7 + 1 8-10) A(3, 5)
The co-ordinate of D
2 ' 2
= (4, -1)
Now equation of median AD,

Here, x 1 = 3, y 1 = 5, .x2 = 4, y2 = -1 D C
1 (1, -10)
y - 5 = - _-5 (x - 3)
(7, B)

4 3
-6
=
y-5 1 (x-3)
y-5 = -6x + 18
 ..
y = -6x + 18 + 5
I '

'
y = --6x + 23
6x+y-23 = 0 Ans.
(b) p
Listed rice of an article = , 1,500
Rate ofVAT = 12%
VAT on the article = l�� x 1500
= '180
Let C.P. of this article be x, then
12
xx
VAT = lOO
12x
= '100
If the shopkeeper pays a VAT = t 36
12x
Then 180- = 36
100
18000 - 12x -_
36
100
18000 - 12x = 3600
l.2x == 18000 -3600 = 14,400
X = '1,200
:. The price at which the shopkeeper purchased the article inclusive of sales
tax
12
== 1,200 + }QQ X 1,200
= 1,200 + 144 j
= '1,344 Ans.
(c) Given : AB = 60 m
LPAC = 60°
LPAC == LBCA
(i) Nowin.6.ABC,
AB
tan60° =
BC
_rn, 60
-v;, = BC
=> {a BC= 60
60
=> BC = x -{a
{3 {a
60
BC =
3
../3 = 20 -./3
Hence, the horizontal di.stance between AB and CD = 20 fa m. Ans.
(ii) Let AE = x and proved above BC = 20 -Jam
BC = ED = 20 "'/3
 Nowin/!J.AED,
tan30° =:
1 AE
=
{a 20-../3
⇒ {3 AE = 20-./3
AE = 20m
now EB= AB-AE
EB = 60-20 ⇒ 40m
EB= CD
CD= 40m
Hence, the height of the lamp post= 40 m. Ans.
Question 8.
(a) �ndxandyift !;] [:]=[1 :]
[3]

(b) A solid sphere of radius 15 cm is melted and recast into solid right circular
cones of radius 2.5 cm and height 8 cm. Calculate the number of cones recast.
[3]
(c) Witlwut solving the fallowing quadratic equation, find the value. of 'p' for which
the given equation has real and equal roots
x2 + {p-3) X + p = 0 [4]
Solution:
(a) Given:

5x=5 � x=l
and 6y = 12 � y = 2
Hence, x = l andy = 2 Ans.
(b) Radius of a solid sphere, r = 15 cm
Volume of a solid sphere = £ n:r3
4
= 3 x n: (15)3 cm3•
Now, radius of right circular cone = 2·5 cm
end height, h = 8 cm.
1
Volume of right circular cone = 1tr2h
3
= S1 1t (2·5)2 X 8
")

Volume of a sphere
The number of cones
Volume of a cone
4
- n X (15)3
3
= 1
1t (2·5)2 X 8
3
15 X 15 X 15
- 2·5 x2·5 X 2
= 270 Ans.
(c) Given equation x2 + (p - 3)x + p = 0
·. · Roots are real and equal, then
b 2- 4ac = 0
Here we compare the coefficients of a, b and c with the equation ax 2 + bx + c =
0.
a = 1, b = p - 3 end c = p
Now putting the values of a, b and c in equation
(p - 3)2 - 4 X 1 X p = 0
p2 + 9 - 6p - 4p = 0
p 2 + 9-lOp = 0
p 2 -10p + 9 = 0
p 2 - 9p - p + 9 ;::: 0
p (p - 9) - 1 (p - 9) = 0 )

{p - 9) (p - 1) = 0
Hence, p = 9or 1 Ans.
Question 9.
B=---
(a) In the figure alongside, OAB is a quadrant of a circle.
The radius OA = 3.5 cm and OD = 2 cm. Calculate the D C
2
area oft� sha,kd portion. (Take n = ;) [3]

(b) A box contains some black balls and 30 white balls. If

the probability of drawing a black ball is two-fifths of
a white ball, find the number of black balls in the
b� rru
0
3.5cm
�A

(c) Find the mean of the following distribution by -step deviation method: [4]
Class Interval 20-30 30-40' 40-50 50-60 "60-70 70-80
Frequency 10 6 8 12 5 9
Solution:
(a) Radius of quadrant OACB, r = 3-5 cm
1
Area of quadrant OACB = 4ro- 2
1 22
=
4 X 7 X 3·5 X 3·5
= 9·625 cm2 .
Here, LAOD:::: 90 °
Then area of .6. AOD = ½ x base x height
Base = 3·5 cm and height = 2 cm
1
2 x 3·5 x 2 = 3·5 cm •
= 2

Area of shaded portion = Area of quadrant - Area of triangle

= 9·625-3·5
= 6·125 cm2 • Ans.
(b) Let the number of black balls be x, then
Total number of balls = a·o + x
Thus, the prabability of black balls =
30\ x .
and the probability of white balls = 3
;� x

Given: Probability of black ball = : x probability of white ball

--X 2 30
- --x--
30 +X - 5 X +30
5x = 60
X == 12 Ans.
Hence, the number of black balls= 12.
(c) C.I. Frequency Mid-value x-a f;. di
= d; -,;-
(Ii) (%) >

20-30 10 25 -2 -20
30-40 6 35 -1 -6
40-50 8 45 0 0
50--60 12 55 1 12
60---70 5 65 2 10
70-80 9 75 3 27
I,f;. = 50 :Ef,,-di = 23
Here, a = 45 and h = 10
Mean=a+ Jl,,-di x h
r/i
23
= 45 + 50 x IO
= 45 + 4·6 = 49·6. Ans.
Question 10,
(a) Using a ruler and compasses only:
(i) Construct a triangle ABC with the following data :
AB = 3.5 cm, BC= 6 cm and L ABC= 120 °
(ii) In the same diagram, draw a circle with BC as dw.meter. Find a point P
on the circumference of the circle which is equidistant from AB and BC.
(iii) Measure L BCP. [3]
(b) The mark obtained by 120 students in a test are given below :
Marks No. of Students
0-10 5
10-20 9
20--30 16
30-40 22
40--50 26
5�0 18
60--70 11
70-80 6
8�90 4
90--100 3
Draw an ogive for the given distribution on a graph sheet.
Using suitable scale for ogive to estimate the following :
(i) The medw.n.
(ii) The number of students who obtained more than 75% marks the. test. d
(iii) The number of stucknts who did not pass the test if minimum marks
required to pass is 40. [6]
Solution:
(a) Steps of Construction :
(i) Draw a line BC = 6 cm.
(ii) With the help of the point B, draw
L ABC= 120°

J
(iii) Ta.king radius 3·5 cm cut BA= 3·5

/
cm. B \••, 6cm ,C
(iv) Join A to C.
(v) Draw .l bisector MN of BC. l N I/
\., ..,'
..... ........
� ..,,,..
{vi) Draw a circle Oas centre and OC as ........ ... ___ __,,,_.,.--
radius.
(vii) Draw angle bisector of L ABC which intersects circle at P.
(viii) Join BP and CP.
(ix) Now t L BCP = 30° .
(b) Marks No. of Students (f) Cumulative Frequency

�10 5 5
10-20 9 14
20-30 16 30
30--40 22 52
40-50 26 78
50--60 18 96
60-70 11 107
70-80 6 113
80-90 4 117
90-100 3 120
n = 120
On the graph paper, we plot the following points:
(10, 5), (20, 14), (30, 30), (40, 52), (50, 78), (60, 96), (70, 107), (80, 113), (90,
117), (100, 120).

l p
"C
::::,
ci5
0
z0

X'

(i) Median - ( ;J term ['. · n = 120, evenl

120 th
=
2 = 60 term

From the graph 60th term = 42 Ans.

(ii) The number of students who obtained more than 75% marks in test
= 120-110
= 10. Ans.
(iii) The number of students who did not pass the test if the minimum pass
marks 40 = 52. Ana.
Question 11.
(a) In the figure given below, the line segment AB meets X-axis at A and Y-axis at
B. The point P(-3, 4) on AB divides it in the ratio 2: 3. Find the coordinates of
AandB.
y

+--A�---=ot---------,. X
y

(b) Usi ng the properties ofproportion, solve for x, given

x4 + 1
= 17
� s [3]

(c) A shopkeeper purchases a certain number of books for , 960. If the cost per book
was � 8 less, the number of books that could be purchased for � 960 would be 4
more. Write an equation, taking the origi,nal cost of each book to be � x, and
solve it to find the original cost of the books. (4]
Solution:
(a) Let the co-ordinates of A and B be (x, 0) and (0, y)
·. · The co-ordinates of a point P (-3, 4) on AB divides it in the ratio 2 : 3.
i.e., AP : PB = 2 : 3 j

By using section formula� we get

2x0+3xx
-3 = 2+3

= 3x
--3 ⇒ 3.x=-15
5
⇒ :r = -5
2xy+3x0
and 4 2+3

4 = 2y
5
⇒ 2y =20
⇒ y 10 =
Hence, the co-ordinates of A and Bare (-5, 0) and (0, 10). Ans.
x4 + 1 17
(b) Given:

By using componendo and dividendo, we get

x4 + 1 + 2x2 --
17 + 8
x4 + l - 2x2 = 17 - 8
 (::�G =�
5

(::�G (iJ =
Taking square root on both sidesJ we get
x2 + 1 5
:c2 -1 = 3
=> 5x2 - 5 = 3x2 + 3
⇒ 5.x2 - 3x2 = 3 + 5
⇒ 2x2 =8 ⇒ x2 =4
⇒ X = ±2 Ans.
(c) Given the original cost of each book be , x.
Total cost = , 960 (Given)
= 960
Number of books for 960
If the cost per book was, 8 less, (i.e., x - 8) then
960
Number of books = --
x- 8
According to question1
960 960 +
= 4
X-8 X
960 _ 960 =
4
X-8 X
96o[x-x + 8] 4
=
x (x-B)
8 1
x2 - Bx = 240
=> :c2 -Bx = 1,920
x - Bx - 1,920
2 = 0 Ans.
⇒ x - 48x + 40x - 1,920
2 = 0
=> :dx - 48) + 40 (x - 48) = 0
=> Cx-48)(x + 40) = 0
x-48 = 0 orx+40=0
X = 48 or X = -40

·. · - 40 is not possible.
Hence, the original cost of each book = t 48. Ans