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General Certificate of Education Advanced Level
FURTHER MATHEMATICS 9231/11
Paper 1 October/November 2011
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1 The equation x3 + px + q = 0 has a repeated root. Prove that 4p3 + 27q2 = 0. [5]
2 The position vectors of points A, B, C, relative to the origin O, are a, b, c, where
a = 3i + 2j − k, b = 4i − 3j + 2k, c = 3i − j − k.
Find a × b and deduce the area of the triangle OAB. [3]
Hence find the volume of the tetrahedron OABC, given that the volume of a tetrahedron is
1
3 × area of base × perpendicular height. [2]
3 Prove by mathematical induction that, for all positive integers n,
dn
dxn (e
x sin x) = 212nex sin(x + 14npi). [7]
4 The linear transformation T : >4 → >4 is represented by the matrix M, where
M =
3 4 2 5
6 7 5 8
9 9 9 9
15 16 14 17
.
Find
(i) the rank of M and a basis for the range space of T, [4]
(ii) a basis for the null space of T. [3]
5 The point P (2, 1) lies on the curve with equation
x3 − 2y3 = 3xy.
Find
(i) the value of dydx at P, [3]
(ii) the value of d
2y
dx2
at P. [4]
6 Let I
n
= ã
1
0
xn(1 − x)12 dx, for n ≥ 0. Show that, for n ≥ 1,
(3 + 2n)I
n
= 2nI
n−1. [5]
Hence find the exact value of I3. [3]
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7 The curve C has equation y = x
2 + px + 1
x − 2 , where p is a constant. Given that C has two asymptotes,
find the equation of each asymptote. [3]
Find the set of values of p for which C has two distinct turning points. [5]
Sketch C in the case p = −1. Your sketch should indicate the coordinates of any intersections with the
axes, but need not show the coordinates of any turning points. [3]
8 The vector e is an eigenvector of the matrix A, with corresponding eigenvalue λ , and is also an
eigenvector of the matrix B, with corresponding eigenvalue µ. Show that e is an eigenvector of the
matrix AB with corresponding eigenvalue λµ. [2]
State the eigenvalues of the matrix C, where
C = −1 −1 30 1 2
0 0 2
,
and find corresponding eigenvectors. [4]
Show that ( 16
3
) is an eigenvector of the matrix D, where
D = 1 −1 1−6 −3 4
−9 −3 7
,
and state the corresponding eigenvalue. [3]
Hence state an eigenvector of the matrix CD and give the corresponding eigenvalue. [2]
9 The curve C has equation y = 12(ex + e−x) for 0 ≤ x ≤ ln 5. Find
(i) the mean value of y with respect to x over the interval 0 ≤ x ≤ ln 5, [4]
(ii) the arc length of C, [4]
(iii) the surface area generated when C is rotated through 2pi radians about the x-axis. [4]
10 The curve C has polar equation r = 3 + 2 cos θ, for −pi < θ ≤ pi. The straight line l has polar equation
r cos θ = 2. Sketch both C and l on a single diagram. [3]
Find the polar coordinates of the points of intersection of C and l. [4]
The region R is enclosed by C and l, and contains the pole. Find the area of R. [6]
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11 Answer only one of the following two alternatives.
EITHER
Let ω = cos 15pi + i sin 15pi. Show that ω5 + 1 = 0 and deduce that
ω4 − ω3 + ω2 − ω = −1. [2]
Show further that
ω − ω4 = 2 cos 15pi and ω3 − ω2 = 2 cos 35pi. [4]
Hence find the values of
cos 15pi + cos 35pi and cos 15pi cos 35pi. [4]
Find a quadratic equation having roots cos 15pi and cos
3
5pi and deduce the exact value of cos
1
5pi. [4]
OR
Given that
x2
d2y
dx2
+ 4x(1 + x)dydx + 2(1 + 4x + 2x
2)y = 8x2
and that x2y = ß, show that
d2ß
dx2
+ 4 dßdx + 4ß = 8x
2
. [4]
Find the general solution for y in terms of x. [8]
Describe the behaviour of y as x →∞. [2]
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Marks are of the following three types:
M Method mark, awarded for a valid method applied to the problem. Method marks are
not lost for numerical errors, algebraic slips or errors in units. However, it is not
usually sufficient for a candidate just to indicate an intention of using some method or
just to quote a formula; the formula or idea must be applied to the specific problem in
hand, e.g. by substituting the relevant quantities into the formula. Correct application
of a formula without the formula being quoted obviously earns the M mark and in some
cases an M mark can be implied from a correct answer.
A Accuracy mark, awarded for a correct answer or intermediate step correctly obtained.
Accuracy marks cannot be given unless the associated method mark is earned (or
implied).
B Mark for a correct result or statement independent of method marks.
• When a part of a question has two or more "method" steps, the M marks are generally
independent unless the scheme specifically says otherwise; and similarly when there are
several B marks allocated. The notation DM or DB (or dep*) is used to indicate that a
particular M or B mark is dependent on an earlier M or B (asterisked) mark in the scheme.
When two or more steps are run together by the candidate, the earlier marks are implied and
full credit is given.
• The symbol √ implies that the A or B mark indicated is allowed for work correctly following on
from previously incorrect results. Otherwise, A or B marks are given for correct work only.
A and B marks are not given for fortuitously "correct" answers or results obtained from
incorrect working.
• Note: B2 or A2 means that the candidate can earn 2 or 0.
B2/1/0 means that the candidate can earn anything from 0 to 2.
The marks indicated in the scheme may not be subdivided. If there is genuine doubt
whether a candidate has earned a mark, allow the candidate the benefit of the doubt.
Unless otherwise indicated, marks once gained cannot subsequently be lost, e.g. wrong
working following a correct form of answer is ignored.
• Wrong or missing units in an answer should not lead to the loss of a mark unless the
scheme specifically indicates otherwise.
• For a numerical answer, allow the A or B mark if a value is obtained which is correct to 3 s.f.,
or which would be correct to 3 s.f. if rounded (1 d.p. in the case of an angle). As stated
above, an A or B mark is not given if a correct numerical answer arises fortuitously from
incorrect working. For Mechanics questions, allow A or B marks for correct answers which
arise from taking g equal to 9.8 or 9.81 instead of 10.
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AEF Any Equivalent Form (of answer is equally acceptable)
AG Answer Given on the question paper (so extra checking is needed to ensure that
the detailed working leading to the result is valid)
BOD Benefit of Doubt (allowed when the validity of a solution may not be absolutely
clear)
CAO Correct Answer Only (emphasising that no "follow through" from a previous error
is allowed)
CWO Correct Working Only – often written by a ‘fortuitous' answer
ISW Ignore Subsequent Working
MR Misread
PA Premature Approximation (resulting in basically correct work that is insufficiently
accurate)
SOS See Other Solution (the candidate makes a better attempt at the same question)
SR Special Ruling (detailing the mark to be given for a specific wrong solution, or a
case where some standard marking practice is to be varied in the light of a
particular circumstance)
Penalties
MR –1 A penalty of MR –1 is deducted from A or B marks when the data of a question or
part question are genuinely misread and the object and difficulty of the question
remain unaltered. In this case all A and B marks then become "follow through √"
marks. MR is not applied when the candidate misreads his own figures – this is
regarded as an error in accuracy. An MR–2 penalty may be applied in particular
cases if agreed at the coordination meeting.
PA –1 This is deducted from A or B marks in the case of premature approximation. The
PA –1 penalty is usually discussed at the meeting.
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(N.B. Not α, β, γ) Let roots be α, α, and β.
Writes down sum of roots, (1) 02 =+ βα M1
sum of products in pairs (2) p=+ 22 ααβ A1
and product of roots. (3) q−=βα 2 A1
From (1) αβ 2−=
Eliminates β ( or α ). (2) 222 34 ααα −=⇒=+−⇒ pp
(3) 33 22 αα =⇒−=−⇒ qq M1
1
Equates power of α ( or β ) 0274
23
23
23
6 =+⇒
=
−= qp
qp
α (AG) A1 5
[5]
Finds a × b =
−
−
234
123
kji
kji 1710 −− M1
A1
Finds area of base. 390
2
1
)17()10(1
2
1 222
=−+−+ ( = 9.87) A1 3
Attempts to find height Height =
390
30
)17()10(1
)1710).(3(
222
=
−+−+
−−−− kjikji
( = 1.519)
M1
2
Finds volume 5
390
30
390
2
1
3
1
=×× A1 2 [5]
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3
Proves base case. Hn :
+=
4
sin2)sin( 2
πn
xexe
xd
d
x
n
x
n
n
xeexxe
xd
d
xxx cossin)sin( += M1
+=
+=
4
sin2
2
cos
2
sin
2 2
1
π
xe
xx
e
xx
⇒ H1 is true. A1
States inductive hypothesis. Assume Hk is true : B1
Proves inductive step.
++
+=
+
+
4
cos
4
sin2)sin( 2
1
1
ππ k
xe
k
xexe
xd
d xx
k
x
k
k
M1
++
+=
+
4
cos
2
1
4
sin
2
1
2 2
1
ππ k
x
k
xe
x
k
A1
++=
+
44
sin2 2
1
ππk
xe
x
k
=
+
+
+
4
)1(
sin2 2
1
πk
xe
x
k
A1
States conclusion.
x Hk ⇒ Hk+1
Hence true for all positive integers by PMI A1 7 [7]
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4 (i)
Reduces matrix to echelon
form.
17141615
9999
8576
5243
~
−−
−−
−−
8440
6330
2110
5243
~
−−
0000
0000
2110
5243
M1A1
States rank, ⇒ R(M) = 2. A1
Basis for range space is:
and basis for range space.
16
9
7
4
15
9
6
3
, (OE) A1 4
Alternatively:
c1 =
15
9
6
3
c2 =
16
9
7
4
c3 =
14
9
5
2
c4 =
17
9
8
5
Shows linear dependence.
Finds a lin. indep. set.
States rank
and basis for range space.
2c1 = c2 + c3 and c4 = c1 + c2 – c3 ⇒ lin. dep.
but any two e.g. c1, and c2 are lin. indep.
Hence R(M) = 2
Basis of range space is {c1, c2}
M1
A1
A1
A1
(ii) Forms equations. 3x + 4y + 2z + 5t = 0
–y + z – 2t = 0
M1
(Gives two parameter
solution.)
(t = λ , z = µ , y = µ – 2λ , x = λ – 2µ)
States basis of null space. Basis of null space is
−
−
0
1
1
2
1
0
2
1
,
or
−
−
2
1
3
0
1
2
0
3
,
A1A1 3
(Or by reducing transpose to
echelon form, or by any
other valid method.).
or any two of the above four vectors.
[7]
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5 (i) One mark for each side. yxyyyx ′+=′− 3363 22 B1B1
Substitutes (2,1)
4
3
63612 =′⇒′+=′− yyy B1√ 3
(ii) One mark for differentiating
both 1st and 3rd terms. One
mark for each of 2nd and 4th
terms.
{ } yxyyyyyyx ′′+′+′=′+′′− 333)(1266 22 B1B1
B1
Substitute (2,1) and
4
3
)2( =′y .
16
1
4
3
126
4
9
4
9
)
4
27
6(12 =′′⇒=′′⇒′′++=+′′− yyyy B1 4
[7]
6
In ∫ −=
1
0
2
1
)1( xdxxn
Integrates by parts. ∫ −−+
−−= −
1
0
2
1
1
1
0
2
3
)1)(1(
3
2
)1(
3
2
xdxxnxxx
nn M1A1
Rearranges. xdxx
n
xdxx
n
nn ∫∫ −−−+= −
1
0
2
1
1
0
2
1
1 )1(
3
2
)1(
3
2
0 M1A1
nn
I
n
I
n
3
2
3
2
1
−=
−
Obtains printed result. 12)32( −=+⇒ nn nIIn (AG) A1 5
Evaluates I0.
3
2
)1(
3
2
)1(
1
0
2
3
1
0
2
1
0
=
−−=−= ∫ xxdxI B1
Uses reduction formula.
315
32
3
2
5
2
7
4
9
6
3
=×××=I M1A1 3
[8]
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7 Vertical asymptote. x = 2 B1 3
Divides by (x – 2)
2
52
2
−
+
+++=
x
p
pxy M1
Oblique asymptote. y = x + p + 2 A1 3
Differentiates.
2
2
)2(
5244
−
−−+−
=
x
pxx
xd
yd
M1A1
y' = 0 ⇒ x2 – 4x – (2p + 1) = 0 M1
B2 – 4AC > 0 ⇒ 16 + 4(2p + 1) > 0 M1
⇒ p >
2
5
− A1 5
Sketches graph.
Working to show either
x2 –x + 1 = 0 has no real
roots, or maximum value.
Axes and (0,–0.5) marked..
Upper Branch with minimum.
Lower with maximum below x-axis.
(Deduct at most 1 for poor forms at infinity.)
B1
B1
B1
3
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8 Shows required result, using
Ae = λe.
ABe = A µe = µAe = µλe = λµe M1A1 2
States eigenvalues from
leading diagonal.
Eigenvalues of C are –1, 1 and 2 B1
Finds eigenvectors using
cross-product or equations.
M1A1 for first correct and
A1 for the other two.
1−=λ : e1 =
220
310 −
kji
=
−
0
0
8
~
0
0
1
M1A1
1=λ : e2 =
−
=−−
0
4
2
200
312
kji
~
−
0
2
1
2=λ : e3 =
=
−
−
3
6
1
210
313
kji
A1 4
Uses De = µe. D
3
6
1
=
−=
−
−
−
3
6
1
2
6
12
2
M1A1
States eigenvalue. Eigenvalue is –2. A1 3
Recognises that CD has an
eigenvector common to C
and D and
CD has an eigenvector
3
6
1
B1
states the corresponding
eigenvalue.
and the corresponding eigenvalue is 422 −=×− . B1√ 2
[11]
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9 (i)
Uses mean value formula
and integrates.
M.V. =
( ) ( )
5ln
2
1
05ln
2
1
5ln
0
5ln
0
−
=
−
+
−
−∫
xx
xx eexdee
M1A1
Substitutes limits and
evaluates.
5ln5
12
5ln
5
1
5
2
1
=
−
= (= 1.49) M1A1
4
(ii)
Differentiates and finds
2)(1 y′+ .
( ) ( )
2
2
2
1
)(1
2
1
+=′+⇒−=′ −− xxxx eeyeey M1A1
Integrates and obtains result. ( ) [ ] 5ln0
5ln
0 2
1
2
1
xxxx
eexdees
−−
−=+= ∫
5
12
5
1
5
2
1
=
−=
M1A1
(iii)
Uses surface area formula. S = ( ) ( )∫ −− +⋅+
5ln
0 2
1
2
1
2 xdeeee
xxxx
π M1
4
Integrates. ∫ −++=
5ln
0
22 )2(
2
xdee
xx
π
5ln
0
22
2
2
22
−+=
− xx
e
x
eπ
M1
Substitutes limits and
−+−
−+=
2
1
0
2
1
50
1
5ln2
2
25
2
π
A1
evaluates. =
+ 5ln
25
156
π (=24.7) A1 4
[12]
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10 C:
Straight line
Closed loop through (5,0) and (1,π)
Correct shape near (1,π)
Perpendicular to initial line , through (2,0)
B1
B1
B1
3
⇒ (3 + 2cosθ)cosθ = 2