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4MA1/1FR Jun 2020, Question 16: Conversion Graphs

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1FR (Foundation) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Use a straight-line euros-dirham conversion graph to convert 200 dirham, then compare a 90 euro jacket price with 400 dirham and state which country is cheaper.

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Part (a) · 1 mark

Use the conversion graph to find the euro value of 200 dirham.

  1. 1Read 200 dirham on the graph
  2. 2Follow the graph to find corresponding euros
  3. 3Value is approximately 47

Answer47

Part (b) · 2 marks

Compare the 90 euro and 400 dirham jacket prices using the graph, showing working, and state which is cheaper.

  1. 1Convert 400 dirham to euros using the graph
  2. 2200 dirham ≈ 47 euros, so 400 dirham ≈ 94 euros
  3. 3Compare 94 euros to 90 euros
  4. 490 < 94
  5. 5France is cheaper

AnswerFrance

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