ECZ 2023 · GCE Paper 2 · Question 6 — Vectors In Two Dimensions

In the diagram, OA = 2a, AB = b, OC = 3b, M is the midpoint of OB and OC is parallel to AB.

Diagram for ECZ 2023 · GCE Paper 2 · Question 6

(a(i)) Express OB in terms of a andorb.[1]

Verified working — step 1

OB = OA + AB = …

(a(ii)) Express CB in terms of a andorb.[1]

Verified working — step 1

CB = OB - OC = (2a + b) - 3b = …

(a(iii)) Express AC in terms of a andorb.[1]

Verified working — step 1

AC = OC - OA = …

(a(iv)) Express CM in terms of a andorb.[2]

Verified working — step 1

M is midpoint of OB, so OM = 12OB = 12(2a+b) = …

(b) The equation of a curve is y = x3 - 27x. Find the coordinates of the turning points of the curve.[3]

Verified working — step 1

y = x3 - 27x

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