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4MA1/1H Jan 2023, Question 19: Calculating with Bounds

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1H (Higher) · Calculator · 5 marks

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The question, in short

Using a = (v − u)/t with v = 45.23, u = 5.12 (2 dp) and t = 8.5 (2 sf), use bounds to find a to a suitable accuracy, showing working and justifying the accuracy.

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Solution · 5 marks

  1. 145.235 − 5.115 = 40.12
  2. 240.12 / 8.45 = 4.7479...
  3. 345.225 − 5.125 = 40.1
  4. 440.1 / 8.55 = 4.6900...
  5. 5both bounds round to 4.7
  6. 6a = 4.7

Answer4.7

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