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O-LevelMathematicsAlgebra and graphs4024/12 · Oct/Nov 2021 · Q145 Marks

The diagram shows the speed-time graph for the start of a cyclist's journey. [Figure X.X]

  1. (a)Find the acceleration during the first 20 seconds.[1]
  2. (b)Describe the motion of the cyclist between t = 20 and t = 30.[1]
  3. (c)Find the total distance travelled in the 50 seconds.[3]

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Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2021). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

  1. [1] ¹⁵⁄₂₀ oe
  2. [1] Speed is constant oe
  3. [3] 500 nfww
  4. B2 for answer 400
  5. OR M2 for complete method to find total area under the graph e.g. ½(10+30)×15 + ½(5+15)×20 oe or M1 for correct method to find a relevant area under the graph soi

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Topic
Algebra and graphs, O-Level Mathematics (syllabus 4024). Structured question, 5 marks.
Source
O-Level Mathematics, Oct/Nov 2021 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 14.

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