June 2025 Paper 1 Q7
7 It is given that \(0 \lt a \lt 1\)
Sketch the graph with equation
\[y = a^{x}\]on the axes below. [2 marks]
| Scheme | Marks | AO |
|---|---|---|
| Sketches an exponential graph which does not cross the \(x\)-axis. Graph must be in 1st and 2nd quadrants. Condone the correct shape reflected in \(y\)-axis. Condone minor errors at the extremes. | M1 | 1.1a |
| Sketches fully correct graph with \(y\)-intercept labelled as 1 or (0,1) | A1 | 1.1b |
| (2 marks) |
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