Higher June 2017 Paper 2 Q3
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Write an equation in terms of \(x\) and solve it.
You must show all your working. [3]
| Scheme | Marks | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Sight of \(x + 2x + 4x + 2x\) or \(9x\) | B1 | |
| \(9x = 180\) | B1 | Sight of \(9x = 180\) implies previous B1 FT ‘their \(x + 2x + 4x + 2x\)’ provided it contains at least 3 of the appropriate terms, simplified and ‘= 180’ If previously B0 then allow this B1 for sight of \(nx = 180\) where \(7 \leqslant n \leqslant 11\) |
| \(x = 20\) | B1 | CAO. An answer ‘\(x = 20\)’ without previous equation is awarded the final B1 only If no marks, award SC2 for a calculation (\(x\) =) 180 ÷ 9 giving an answer \(x = 20\) |
| (3) |