A-LevelMathematicsLogarithmic and exponential functions9709/31 · May/June 2024 · Q34 Marks
The variables x and y satisfy the equation aʸ = bx, where a and b are constants. The graph of y against lnx is a straight line passing through the points (0.336, 1.00) and (1.31, 1.50), as shown in the diagram. Find the values of a and b. Give each value correct to the nearest integer.
- The variables x and y satisfy the equation aʸ = bx, where a and b are constants. The graph of y against lnx is a straight line passing through the points (0.336, 1.00) and (1.31, 1.50), as shown in the diagram. Find the values of a and b. Give each value correct to the nearest integer.[4]
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Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2024). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- [B1] State or imply that y ln a = lnb + ln x
- [M1] Carry out a completely correct method for finding Ina or Inb
- [A1] Obtain value a = 7
- [A1] Obtain value b = 5
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