Revision Questions [82 marks]

1. SPM.1.SL.TZ0.3

(a) Show that ( 2 n−1 )2 + ( 2 n+1 )2=8 n2+ 2, where n ∈ Z .

[2]

Markscheme

attempting to expand the LHS (M1)

LHS ¿ ( 4 n2−4 n+1 ) + ( 4 n2+ 4 n+ 1 ) A1
2
¿ 8 n +2 (= RHS) AG
[2 marks]

(b) Hence, or otherwise, prove that the sum of the squares of any two consecutive odd integers
is even.

[3]

Markscheme

METHOD 1
recognition that 2 n−1 and 2 n+1 represent two consecutive odd integers
(for n ∈ Z ) R1
8 n +2=2 4 n +1 ) A1
2
( 2

valid reason eg divisible by 2 (2 is a factor) R1 so the sum of the squares of

any two consecutive odd integers is even AG METHOD 2
recognition, eg that ❑n and n+2 represent two consecutive odd integers (for n ∈ Z
) R1
n + ( n+ 2 ) =2 ( n2 +2 n+2 ) A1
2 2

valid reason eg divisible by 2 (2 is a factor) R1 so the sum of the squares of

any two consecutive odd integers is even AG [3 marks]

2. SPM.2.SL.TZ0.3

On 1st January 2020, Laurie invests $P in an account that pays a nominal annual interest rate of
5.5 %, compounded quarterly.

The amount of money in Laurie’s account at the end of each year follows a
geometric sequence with common ratio, r.

(a) Find the value of r, giving your answer to four significant figures.

[3]

Markscheme
 ( )
4
5.5
1+ (M1)(A1)
4 × 100
1.056 A1 [3 marks]

(b) Laurie makes no further deposits to or withdrawals from the account.

Find the year in which the amount of money in Laurie’s account will become double the amount
she invested.

[3]

Markscheme

EITHER

( )
4n
5.5 m
2 P=P × 1+ OR 2 P=P × ( their ( a ) ) (M1)(A1)
100 × 4
Note: Award (M1) for substitution into loan payment formula. Award (A1) for
correct substitution. OR
PV = ±1
FV = ∓1
I% = 5.5
P/Y = 4
C/Y = 4
n = 50.756… (M1)(A1)
OR
PV = ±1
FV = ∓2
I% = 100(their (a) − 1)
P/Y = 1
C/Y = 1 (M1)(A1)
THEN ⇒ 12.7 years Laurie will have double the amount she invested during 2032
A1

[3 marks]

3. EXN.1.SL.TZ0.4

The first three terms of an arithmetic sequence are u1 ,5 u 1−8 and 3 u1 +8.

(a) Show that u1=4 .

[2]

Markscheme

* This sample question was produced by experienced DP mathematics senior

examiners to aid teachers in preparing for external assessment in the new MAA
 course. There may be minor differences in formatting compared to formal exam
papers.
EITHER uses u2−u 1=u3−u 2 (M1) ( 5 u1−8 )−u1 =( 3 u1+ 8 ) −( 5u 1−8 ) 6 u1=24
u1 +u3 u 1+ ( 3u 1+ 8 )
A1 OR uses u2= (M1) 5 u1−8= 3 u1=12 A1 THEN
2 2
so u1=4 AG [2 marks]

(b) Prove that the sum of the first n terms of this arithmetic sequence is a square number.

[4]

Markscheme

n n
d=8 (A1) uses Sn=
2
( 2 u1+ ( n−1 ) d ) M1 Sn=
2
( 8+8 ( n−1 ) ) A1 ¿ 4 n2
2
¿ ( 2 n) A1 Note: The final A1 can be awarded for clearly explaining that 4 n2
is a square number. so sum of the first n terms is a square number AG [4
marks]

4. 23M.1.SL.TZ1.8

Consider the arithmetic sequence u1, u2, u3 , … .

2
The sum of the first n terms of this sequence is given by Sn=n +4 n.

[N/A]

[[N/A]]

(a.i) Find the sum of the first five terms.

[2]

Markscheme

recognition that n=5 (M1) S5=45 A1 [2 marks]

(a.ii) Given that S6 =60, find u6 .

[2]

Markscheme
 METHOD 1 recognition that S5 +u6 =S 6 (M1) u6 =15 A1 METHOD 2
6
recognition that 60= ( S +u ) (M1) 60=3 ( 5+u6 ) u6 =15 A1 METHOD
2 1 6
3 substituting their u1 and d values into u1 + ( n−1 ) d (M1)
u6 =15 A1

[2 marks]

(b) Find u1.

[2]

Markscheme

recognition that u1=S 1 (may be seen in (a)) OR substituting their u6 into S6

6
(M1) OR equations for S5 and S6 in terms of u1 and d 1+4 OR 60= ( U +15 )
2 1
u1=5 A1 [2 marks]

(c) Hence or otherwise, write an expression for un in terms of n .

[3]

Markscheme

EITHER valid attempt to find d (may be seen in (a) or (b)) (M1) d=2
(A1) OR valid attempt to find Sn−S n−1 (M1) n2 + 4 n−( n2−2 n+1+ 4 n−4 )
2 n
(A1) OR equating n + 4 n=
2
( 5+un ) (M1) 2 n+8=5+un (or equivalent)

(A1) THEN un =5+2 ( n−1 ) OR un =2n+ 3 A1

[3 marks]

Consider a geometric sequence, v n, where v 2=u1 and v 4=u 6.

(d) Find the possible values of the common ratio, r .

[3]

Markscheme

(M1) r 2=3 OR v 3=( ± ) 5 √ 3

2 2
recognition that v 2 r =v 4 OR ( v 3 ) =v2 × v 4
(A1) r =± √ 3 A1 Note: If no working shown, award M1A1A0 for √ 3. [3
marks]
 (e) Given that v 99< 0, find v 5.

[2]

Markscheme

recognition that r is negative (M1) v 5=−15 √ 3 ¿− ( 45

√3 ) A1 [2 marks]

5. 23M.2.SL.TZ1.6
8
The coefficient of x 6 in the expansion of ( a x 3 +b ) is 448 .

10
The coefficient of x 6 in the expansion of ( a x 3 +b ) is 2880.

Find the value of a and the value of b , where a , b> 0.

[7]

Markscheme

product of a binomial coefficient, a power of a x 3 and a power of b seen (M1)

evidence of correct term chosen for n=8 : r =2 (or r =6) OR for n=10 : r =2 (or
r =8) (A1) correct equations (may include powers of x ) A1A1
C28a2b6=448 (28a2b6=448⇒a2b6=16), C210a2b8=2880 (45a2b8=2880⇒a2b8=
64) attempt to solve their system in a and b algebraically or graphically (M1)
1
b=2 ; a= A1A1 Note: Award a maximum of (M1)
2
1
(A1)A1A1(M1)A1A0 for b=± 2 and/or a=± . [7 marks]
2

6. 23M.2.SL.TZ1.2

The value of a car is given by the function C=40 000 ( 0.91 )t, where t is in years since 1 January
2023 and C is in USD ( $).

(a) Write down the annual rate of depreciation of the car.

[1]

Markscheme

9 % (accept 0.09) A1 [1 mark]

(b) Find the value of the car on 1 January 2028.

 [2]

Markscheme

t=5 (seen anywhere) (A1) 24961.28 … 25000 (dollars) A1 [2 marks]

Alvie wants to buy this car. On 1 January 2023, he invested $ 15 000 in an account that earns
3 % annual interest compounded yearly. He makes no further deposits to, or withdrawals from,
the account.

Alvie wishes to buy this car for its value on 1 January 2028. In addition to the money in his
account, he will need an extra $ M .

(c) Find the value of M .

[3]

Markscheme

EITHER n=5 I %=3 PV =( ± ) 15000 P/Y =1 C /Y =1 (A1) Note: Award

(A1) for use of a financial app in their technology with all entries correct.
( ⇒ FV = ( ± ) 17389.11… )

( )
5
3 (
OR 15 000 1+ ¿ 17389.11 ) (A1)
100
THEN subtracting their value from their answer to part (b) (M1) 7572.17 …
7570 (dollars) A1 [3 marks]

7. 22N.1.SL.TZ0.4

Let a be a constant, where a> 1.

( ) ( )
2 2 2 2
a −1 a +1
(a) Show that a 2+ = .
2 2

[3]

Markscheme

Note: Award a maximum of M1A0A0 if the candidate manipulates both sides of

the equation (such as moving terms from one side to the other).

METHOD 1 (working with LHS)

2
attempting to expand ( a 2−1 ) (do not accept a 4 +1 or a 4−1)
(M1)
4 2 2 4 2
2 a −2 a +1 4 a + a −2 a +1
LHS=a + or A1
4 4
 4 2
a +2a +1
¿ A1
4

( )
2 2
a +1
¿ ( ¿ RHS ) AG
2

Note: Do not award the final A1 if further working contradicts the AG.

METHOD 2 (working with RHS)

2
attempting to expand ( a 2+ 1 ) (M1)
4 2
a +2 a +1
RHS=
4
2 4 2
4 a + a −2 a +1
¿ A1
4
4 2
2 a −2 a +1
¿a + A1
4

( )
2 2
2 a −1
¿a + ( ¿ LHS ) AG
2

Note: Do not award the final A1 if further working contradicts the AG.

[3 marks]

( ) ( )
2 2
a −1 a +1
Consider a right-angled triangle with sides of length a , and .
2 2

(b) Find an expression for the area of the triangle in terms of a .

[2]

Markscheme

( )
2
a −1
recognise base and height as a and (may be seen in diagram)
2
(M1)
correct substitution into triangle area formula A1

( ) ( a ( a −1 ) a −a
)
2 2 3
a a −1
Area ¿ (or equivalent) ¿ =
2 2 4 4

[2 marks]

8. 22N.2.SL.TZ0.6

( ax +1 )9 8 5
Consider the expansion of , where a ≠ 0 . The coefficient of the term in x 4 is a .
21 x 2
7
 Find the value of a .

[6]

Markscheme

Note: Do not award any marks if there is clear evidence of adding instead of
multiplying, for example Cr9+ax9-r+1r.

valid approach for expansion (must be the product of a binomial coefficient

with n=9 and a power of ax ) (M1)
Cr9ax9-r1r OR C9-r9axr19-r OR C09ax019+C19ax118+…
recognizing that the term in x 6 is needed (M1)
6
Term in x 4
2
=k x OR r =6 OR r =3 OR 9−r=6
21 x
correct term or coefficient in binomial expansion (seen anywhere) (A1)
C69ax613 OR C39a6x6 OR 84 ( a6 x 6 ) ( 1 ) OR 84 a6

EITHER
correct term in x 4 or coefficient (may be seen in equation) (A1)
C6921a6x4 OR 4 a6 x 4 OR 4 a6
8 5 4 8 5
Set their term in x 4 or coefficient of x 4 equal to a x or a (do not accept other
7 7
powers of x ) (M1)
6 8 5
C3921a6x4=87a5x4 OR 4 a = a
7

OR
correct term in x 6 or coefficient of x 6 (may be seen in equation) (A1)
6 6 6
84 a x OR 84 a
set their term in x 6 or coefficient of x 6 equal to 24 a5 x 6 or 24 a5 (do not accept
other powers of x ) (M1)
6 6 5 6
84 a x =24 a x OR 84 a=24

THEN
2
a= ≈ 0.286 ( 0.285714 … ) A1
7

2
Note: Award A0 for the final mark for a= and a=0.
7

[6 marks]

9. 22M.1.SL.TZ1.8

1
Consider the series ln x + p ln x+ ln x+ …, where x ∈ R , x >1 and p ∈ R , p≠ 0 .
3
Consider the case where the series is geometric.
 1
(a.i) Show that p=± .
√3
[2]

Markscheme

EITHER
attempt to use a ratio from consecutive terms M1
1
p ln x 3
ln x
=
ln x
p ln x
1
3
2
OR ln x=( ln x ) r OR p ln x=ln x
1
3p ( )
1
Note: Candidates may use ln x 1 +ln x p+ ln x 3 … and consider the powers of x in
geometric sequence
1
Award M1 for p 3 .
=
1 p

OR
2 1
r =p and r = M1
3

THEN
2 1 1
p= OR r =± A1
3 √3
1
p=± AG
√3
2 1 2 1
Note: Award M0A0 for r = or p = with no other working seen.
3 3

[2 marks]

(a.ii) Given that p>0 and S∞ =3+ √ 3, find the value of x .

[3]

Markscheme

ln x
( ¿3+ √3 )
1 (A1)
1−
√3
+ √ 3− √ OR ln x=3−√ 3+ √ 3−1 ( ⇒ ln x=2 )
3 3
ln x=3− A1
√3 √3
2
x=e A1
 [3 marks]

Now consider the case where the series is arithmetic with common difference d .

2
(b.i) Show that p= .
3
[3]

Markscheme

METHOD 1
attempt to find a difference from consecutive terms or from u2 M1
correct equation A1
1 1
p ln x−ln x= ln x− p ln x OR ln x=ln x +2 ( p ln x−ln x )
3 3
1
Note: Candidates may use ln x 1 +ln x p+ ln x 3 + … and consider the powers of x in
arithmetic sequence.
1
Award M1A1 for p−1= −p
3

4
(
2 p ln x = ln x ⇒ 2 p=
3
4
3 ) A1

2
p= AG
3

METHOD 2
u1 +u3
attempt to use arithmetic mean u2= M1
2
1
ln x + ln x
3 A1
p ln x=
2
4
(
2 p ln x = ln x ⇒ 2 p=
3
4
3 ) A1

2
p= AG
3

METHOD 3
attempt to find difference using u3 M1
1
3 (
ln x=ln x +2 d ⇒ d=
−1
3
ln x )
u2=ln x+ (
1 1
2 3 )
ln x−ln x OR p ln x−ln x=
−1
3
ln x A1
 2
p ln x= ln x A1
3
2
p= AG
3

[3 marks]

(b.ii) Write down d in the form k ln x , where k ∈ Q.

[1]

Markscheme

−1
d= ln x A1
3

[1 mark]

(b.iii) The sum of the first n terms of the series is −3 ln x .

Find the value of n .

[6]

Markscheme

METHOD 1
n
2 [
2 ln x+ [ n−1 ] ×
Sn =
−1
3 [
ln x
]]
attempt to substitute into Sn and equate to −3 ln x (M1)
n
2 [
2 ln x + [ n−1 ] ×
−1
3 [ ]]
ln x =−3 ln x

correct working with Sn (seen anywhere) (A1)

n
2 [ n 1
2 ln x− ln x+ ln x OR n ln x−
3 3 ] n ( n−1 )
6
ln x OR
n
2
ln x +
4−n
3 ( ( ) )
ln x

correct equation without ln x A1

n 7 n
2 3 3( )
− =−3 OR n−
n ( n−1 )
6
=−3 or equivalent

1
Note: Award as above if the series 1+ p+ + … is considered leading
3
to (
n 7 n
− =−3 .
2 3 3 )
attempt to form a quadratic ¿ 0 (M1)
 2
n −7 n−18=0
attempt to solve their quadratic (M1)
( n−9 ) ( n+2 ) =0
n=9 A1

METHOD 2
listing the first 7 terms of the sequence (A1)
2 1 1 2
ln x + ln x + ln x+ 0− ln x − ln x−ln x +…
3 3 3 3
recognizing first 7 terms sum to 0 M1
−4
8 th term is ln x (A1)
3
−5
9 th term is ln x (A1)
3
sum of 8 th and 9 th term ¿−3 ln x (A1)
n=9 A1

[6 marks]

10. 22M.1.SL.TZ2.3

Consider any three consecutive integers, n−1, n and n+1 .

(a) Prove that the sum of these three integers is always divisible by 3.

[2]

Markscheme

( n−1 ) +n+ ( n+1 ) (A1)

¿3n A1
which is always divisible by 3 AG

[2 marks]

(b) Prove that the sum of the squares of these three integers is never divisible by 3.

[4]

Markscheme

( n−1 )2+ n2 + ( n+1 )2 ( ¿ n2−2 n+1+n 2+ n2+ 2 n+ 1 ) A1

2 2
attempts to expand either ( n−1 ) or ( n+1 ) (do not accept n2 −1 or n2 +1)
(M1)
2
¿ 3 n +2 A1
 2
demonstrating recognition that 2 is not divisible by 3 or seen after correct
3
expression divided by 3 R1

2 2
3 n is divisible by 3 and so 3 n +2 is never divisible by 3
OR the first term is divisible by 3, the second is not

( )
2
2 2 3n +2 2 2
OR 3 n + OR =n +
3 3 3
hence the sum of the squares is never divisible by 3 AG

[4 marks]

11. 22M.2.SL.TZ1.1

In this question, give all answers correct to two decimal places.

Sam invests $ 1700 in a savings account that pays a nominal annual rate of interest of 2.74 %,
compounded half-yearly. Sam makes no further payments to, or withdrawals from, this account.

(a) Find the amount that Sam will have in his account after 10 years.

[3]

Markscheme

Note: The first time an answer is not given to two decimal places, the final A1
in that part is not awarded.

EITHER
N=10 OR N=20
I %=2.74 I %=2.74
PV =( ∓ ) 1700 PV =( ∓ ) 1700
P/Y =1 P/Y =2
C /Y =2 C /Y =2 (M1)(A1)

Note: Award (M1) for an attempt to use a financial app in their technology with
at least two entries seen, and award (A1) for all entries correct. Accept a positive
or negative value for PV .

OR

( )
2 ×10
0.0274
1700 1+ (M1)(A1)
2

Note: Award (M1) for substitution into compound interest formula.

Award (A1) for correct substitution.

THEN
$ 2231.71 A1
 [3 marks]

David also invests $ 1700 in a savings account that pays an annual rate of interest of r %
, compounded yearly. David makes no further payments or withdrawals from this account.

(b) Find the value of r required so that the amount in David’s account after 10 years will be equal
to the amount in Sam’s account.

[2]

Markscheme

Note: The first time an answer is not given to two decimal places, the final A1
in that part is not awarded.

EITHER
N=10
PV =∓1700
FV =± 2231.71 …
P/Y =1
C /Y =1 (M1)

Note: Award (M1) for an attempt to use a financial app in their technology with
at least two entries seen.

OR

( ) =2231.71…
10
r
1700 1+ (M1)
100

THEN
r =2.75876 …
r =2.76 A1

Note: Ignore omission of opposite signs for PV and FV if r =2.76 is obtained.

[2 marks]

(c) Find the interest David will earn over the 10 years.

[1]

Markscheme

Note: The first time an answer is not given to two decimal places, the final A1
in that part is not awarded.

$ 531.71 A1
[1 mark]

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