Pra Pentaksiran Daerah Batu Pahat, Johor

Marking Scheme Mathematics (T) Semester 1 STPM 2025

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1. (a) The expression 6𝑥 + 𝑥 + 7 leaves the same remainder when divided by 𝑥 − 𝑎 and by
𝑥 + 2𝑎 where 𝑎 ≠ 0. Calculate the value of 𝑎. [3]
(b) Find the set of values of 𝑥 such that −2 < 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2 < 0. [6]

No. Solutions Marks Remarks

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(a) Let 𝑝(𝑥) = 6𝑥 + 𝑥 + 7
𝑝(𝑎) = 𝑅
6𝑎2 + 𝑎 + 7 = 𝑅 − − − − − (1)
𝑃(−2𝑎) = 𝑅 M1 Form equations (1) and (2)
6(−2𝑎)2 + (−2𝑎) + 7 = 𝑅
24𝑎2 − 2𝑎 + 7 = 𝑅 − − − −(2)
(2) – (1) , 18𝑎2 − 3𝑎 = 0
3𝑎(6𝑎 − 1) = 0 Attempt to find a.
M1
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Two values of a seen
𝑎=0,𝑎=6
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𝑎 ≠ 0, ∴𝑎= A1 Reject a = 0
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(b) −2 < 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2 < 0
−2 < 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2 or 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2 < 0
𝑥(𝑥 2 − 2𝑥 + 1) > 0
(𝑥 − 2)(𝑥 2 + 1) < 0 M1M1 LHS and RHS
𝑥(𝑥 − 1)2 > 0
Apply (𝑥 − 1)2 ≥ 0 and
Since (𝑥 − 1)2 ≥ 0 for ∀𝑥, Since (𝑥 2 + 1) > 0 for ∀𝑥, M1
(𝑥 2 + 1) > 0
∴𝑥−2<0 M1 Two x inequalities seen.
∴𝑥 >0,𝑥 ≠1
𝑥<2 A1 Both correct
The set of values of 𝑥 = {𝑥 ∶ 0 < 𝑥 < 2 , 𝑥 ≠ 1 } A1 CAO

Total 9

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2. 𝑛 𝑛
Given that ∑𝑛𝑟=1 𝑟 = 2 (𝑛 + 1) and ∑𝑛𝑟=1 𝑟 2 = 6 (𝑛 + 1)(2𝑛 + 1), show that
𝑛
∑𝑛𝑟=1 𝑟(𝑟 + 2) = (𝑛 + 1)(2𝑛 + 7). [3]
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By using this result, find in term of n, the sum of the first n term of the series
3𝑙𝑛2 + 4𝑙𝑛22 + 5𝑙𝑛23 + ⋯ [3]

No. Solutions Mark Remarks

𝑛
2
∑ 𝑟(𝑟 + 2)
𝑟=1
𝑛

= ∑(𝑟 2 + 2𝑟)
𝑟=1
𝑛 𝑛
2
= ∑𝑟 +2∑𝑟 M1
𝑟=1 𝑟=1
𝑛 𝑛
= (𝑛 + 1)(2𝑛 + 1) + 2 ∙ (𝑛 + 1) M1
6 2
1
= 𝑛(𝑛 + 1) [ (2𝑛 + 1) + 1]
6
2𝑛 + 1 + 6
= 𝑛(𝑛 + 1) [ ]
6
𝑛
= 6 (𝑛 + 1)(2𝑛 + 7) [Shown] A1
3 ln 2 + 4 ln 22 + 5 ln 23 + ⋯ + (𝒓 + 𝟐)𝐥𝐧 𝟐𝒓+…
Writing the series in terms of the
𝒏
B1 above general terms and form the
= ∑(𝒓 + 𝟐)𝐥𝐧 𝟐𝒓 summation ∑𝑛 𝑟=1(𝑟 + 2)ln 2
𝑟
𝒓=𝟏
𝑛

= ∑(𝑟 + 2) ∙ 𝑟 ln 2
𝑟=1
𝑛 𝑛
= ln 2 ∑ 𝑟(𝑟 + 2) M1 ∑ 𝑟(𝑟 + 2) seen
𝑟=1 𝑟=1
𝑛 ln 2
= (𝑛 + 1)(2𝑛 + 7) A1
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Total 6

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3. −7 11 −13 𝑚 1 4
Given that 𝐀 = (−1 2 −2 ) and 𝐁 = ( 0 𝑛 −1)
−3 5 −6 1 2 −3
(a) Show that matrix A is a non-singular matrix. [2]
(b) If matrix A is the inverse of the matrix B, find the values of m and n. [3]
−7 11 −13 𝑥 8
Hence, solve the equation (−3 5 −6 ) (𝑦) = (−10) [3]
−1 2 −2 𝑧 7

No. Solutions Marks Remarks

(a) −7 11 −13
|𝐴| = |−1 2 −2 |
−3 5 −6 Correct formula to
2 −2 −1 −2 −1 2 M1 find |𝐴| and the
= −7 | | − 11 | | + (−13) | |
5 −6 −3 −6 −3 5 value of |𝐴| seen.
= −7(−12 + 10) − 11(6 − 6) − 13(−5 + 6)
=1≠0
Since |𝐴| ≠ 0 , matrix A is a non-singular matrix. A1
(b) If matrix A is the inverse of the matrix B, then 𝐀𝐁 = 𝐈
𝐀𝐁 = 𝐈
−7 11 −13 𝑚 1 4 1 0 0 B1 Apply 𝐀𝐁 = 𝐈
(−1 2 −2 ) ( 0 𝑛 −1) = (0 1 0)
−3 5 −6 1 2 −3 0 0 1
−7𝑚 − 13 11𝑛 − 33 0 1 0 0
( −𝑚 − 2 Find AB correctly,
2𝑛 − 5 0 ) = (0 1 0)
allow sign error.
−3𝑚 − 6 5𝑛 − 15 1 0 0 1
𝑎21 : − 𝑚 − 2 = 0 M1 AND
𝑎22 : 2𝑛 − 5 = 1 Comparing both
sides correctly.
OR equivalent
𝑚 = −2 𝑛=3 A1 Both correct
(c) −7 11 −13 𝑥 8
(−3 5 −6 ) (𝑦) = (−10)
−1 2 −2 𝑧 7
𝑅3 ↔𝑅2 −7 11 −13
𝑥 8
↔ (−1 2 𝑦
−2 ) ( ) = ( 7 ) M1
−3 5 −6 𝑧 −10
𝑥 −2 1 4 8
(𝑦) = ( 0 3 −1) ( 7 ) M1
𝑧 1 2 −3 −10
𝑥 −49
(𝑦) = ( 31 )
𝑧 52
𝑥 = −49 , 𝑦 = 31, 𝑧 = 52 A1 All correct
Total 8

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 𝜋
4. The complex number z is such that z𝑧 ∗ = 4 and arg(𝑧) = − 3 .
(a) Find 𝑧 in polar form and deduce 𝑧 5 in polar form. [3]
𝑧5
(b) Hence, express the complex number in Cartesian form.
𝑤6
𝜋 𝜋
Given that 𝑤 = 𝑐𝑜𝑠 ( 6 ) − 𝑖 𝑠𝑖𝑛 ( 6 ) . [4]

No. Solutions Marks Remarks

(a) 𝜋
𝑧𝑧 ∗ = 4 , arg(𝑧) = −
3
|𝑧|2 = 4
|𝑧| = 𝑟 = 2
𝜋 𝜋
𝑧 = 2 [cos (− ) + 𝑖 sin (− )] B1
3 3
𝜋 𝜋 5
𝑧 5 = 25 [cos (− ) + 𝑖 sin (− )]
3 3

5𝜋 5𝜋
= 32 [cos (− ) + 𝑖 sin (− )] M1 Using de Moivre theorem
3 3
𝜋 𝜋
= 32 [cos ( ) + 𝑖 sin ( )] A1
3 3
(b) 𝜋 𝜋
𝑧5 32 [cos (3) + 𝑖 sin ( 3)]
=
𝑤6 𝜋 𝜋 6
[𝑐𝑜𝑠 ( 6 ) − 𝑖 𝑠𝑖𝑛 (6 )]
𝜋 𝜋
32 [cos (3 ) + 𝑖 sin ( 3 )]
=
𝜋 𝜋 6
[𝑐𝑜𝑠 (− 6) + 𝑖 𝑠𝑖𝑛 (− 6 )]

𝜋 𝜋
32 [cos ( 3) + 𝑖 sin ( 3 )]
= , 𝒐𝒓
6𝜋 6𝜋
[𝑐𝑜𝑠 (− 6 ) + 𝑖 𝑠𝑖𝑛 (− 6 )]
M1 Apply de Moivre theorem
𝜋 𝜋
32 [cos ( 3) + 𝑖 sin ( 3)]
=
[𝑐𝑜𝑠(−𝜋) + 𝑖 𝑠𝑖𝑛(−𝜋)]
𝜋 𝜋
= 32 [cos ( + 𝜋) + 𝑖 sin ( + 𝜋)] 𝑟
Apply 𝜃 = 𝜃1 − 𝜃2 and 𝑅 = 𝑟1
3 3
4𝜋 4𝜋 M1 2

= 32 [cos ( ) + 𝑖 sin ( )] OR equivalent

3 3
1 √3
= 32 [− − ] M1
2 2
= −16 − 16√3𝑖 A1
Total 7

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5. An ellipse 𝐴𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 + 𝐵𝑥 + 𝐶𝑦 + 1 = 0 passes through points (0,1), (1, −1) and (2,1).

Find the equation of the ellipse in the standard form. Hence, state the length of the major and
minor axis. [7]

No. Solutions Marks Remarks

5 𝐴𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 + 𝐵𝑥 + 𝐶𝑦 + 1 = 0

At (0,1), Attempt to find C.

(0)2 + (1)2 + 𝐵(0) + 𝐶(1) + 1 = 0 M1 The value of C
seen
𝐶 = −2

At (1, −1),
𝐴(1)2 + (−1)2 + 𝐵(1) + (−2)(−1) + 1 = 0
𝐴 + 𝐵 = −4 − − − −(1) Form Equation
M1 (1) and (2)
At (2,1),
𝐴(2)2 + (1)2 + 𝐵(2) + (−2)(1) + 1 = 0
4𝐴 + 2𝐵 = 0 − − − −(2)
Solve Equation (1) and (2) M1

𝐴 = 4, 𝐵 = −8, 𝐶 = −2 A1 All correct

4𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 − 8𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 1 = 0
4𝑥 2 − 8𝑥 + 𝑦 2 − 2𝑦 = −1
4(𝑥 2 − 2𝑥) + (𝑦 2 − 2𝑦) = −1
Completing the
4[𝑥 2 − 2𝑥 + (−1)2 − (−1)2 ] + [𝑦 2 − 2𝑦 + (−1)2 − (−1)2 ] = −1 M1 square

4(𝑥 − 1)2 + (𝑦 − 1)2 = 4

(𝑦 − 1)2
(𝑥 − 1)2 + =1 A1 Standard form
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The length of major axis = 4
B1 Both correct
The length of minor axis = 2
Total 7

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 6. The line 𝐿1 and 𝐿2 passes through the point 𝑅(2, 4, −3) and 𝑆(8, −5, 9) in the direction of
2i − 3j + 4k and i − 2j + 3k respectively.
(a) State the equations for lines 𝐿1 and 𝐿2 in the vector form. [2]
(b) Find the equation of plane containing the line 𝐿1 and the point (7, −3, 5) in Cartesian
form. [4]
(c) Determine whether the line 𝐿2 is parallel to the plane 𝑥 + 5𝑦 + 3𝑧 = 5. [2]

No. Solutions Marks Remarks

(a) 𝐿1 : 𝒓 = ( 2i+4j − 3k)+( 2i − 3j + 4k) B1 Other than λ and ,
any symbol such as
𝐿2 : 𝒓 = ( 8i − 5j+9k)+ 𝜇( i − 2j + 3k) B1 t or m can be used
as a parameter
(b) Let ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
OP = 7i − 𝟑j + 𝟓k , ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
OR = 2i+4j − 3k
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = OP
RP ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ − ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
OR
= (7𝐢 − 3𝐣 + 𝟓𝐤 ) − (2i+4j − 3k)
= 5𝐢 − 7𝐣 + 8𝐤
𝒊 𝒋 𝒌
𝒏 = |2 −3 4 |
M1 Vector Product
5 −7 8
= (−24 + 28)𝒊 − (16 − 20)𝒋 + (−14 + 15)𝒌
= 4i + 4 j + k A1
Equation of plane,
𝒓∙𝒏=𝒂∙𝒏
( 𝑥i+y j + 𝑧k)∙(4i + 4 j + k) = (7𝐢 − 𝟑𝐣 + 𝟓𝐤 ) ∙ (4i + 4 j + k) M1 Correct formula
4𝑥 + 4𝑦 + 𝑧 = 21 A1
(c) Direction 𝐿2 , 𝒃 = i − 2j + 3k
Normal of plane, n = i + 5 j + 3k
(i − 2j + 3k) ∙ (i + 5 j + 3k) = 1−10 + 9
M1 𝒃•𝒏 = 0
=0
Since the dot product between these two vectors is 0, they
are perpendicular to each other. Therefore, the line 𝐿2 is
parallel to the plane 𝑥 + 5𝑦 + 3𝑧 = 5.
A1 With reason
OR
Since 𝒃•𝒏 = 0 , b and n are perpendicular to each other.
Therefore, the line 𝐿2 is parallel to the plane 𝑥 + 5𝑦 + 3𝑧 = 5.
Total 8
Note: If no arrow of vector seen −1 mark

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7. (a) Given that sec 𝜃 tan 𝜃 = 3 . Show that sin 𝜃 = √37−1. Hence, solve the equation by
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stating answer in 0° ≤ θ ≤ 360° . [5]
𝜋
(b) Express cos 𝑥 + √3 sin 𝑥 in the form of 𝑅 cos (𝑥 − 𝛼), where 𝑅 > 0 and 0 < 𝛼 < 2 .
[4]
Hence, sketch the curve 𝑦 = cos 𝑥 + √3 sin 𝑥 in −2π ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 2𝜋 , and determine the
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number of roots of equation of cos 𝑥 + √3 sin 𝑥 = 3𝜋 𝑥 in −2π ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 2𝜋. [6]

No. Solutions Marks Remarks

(a) 𝑠𝑒𝑐 𝜃 𝑡𝑎𝑛 𝜃 = 3

1 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃
× =3 B1
𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝜃 𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝜃
𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃
=3
𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 𝜃
sin 𝜃 = 3 𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 𝜃
3 𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 𝜃 − sin 𝜃 = 0
3 (1 − 𝑠𝑖𝑛2 𝜃 ) − sin 𝜃 = 0
Using 𝑠𝑖𝑛2 𝜃 + 𝑐𝑜𝑠 2 𝜃 = 1, form a
3 − 3𝑠𝑖𝑛2 𝜃 − sin 𝜃 = 0 M1
quadratic equation in terms of sin 𝜃.
3𝑠𝑖𝑛2 𝜃 + sin 𝜃 − 3 = 0

−1 ± √12 − 4(3)(−3)
𝑠𝑖𝑛 θ = Attempt to solve ‘his’ quadratic
2(3) M1 equation. Two values of sin θ seen.
√37 − 1 −√37 − 1 Depend on 1st M1
𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃 = , 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃 =
6 6

−√37 − 1
𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃 = (𝑟𝑒𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑)
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A1 Answer with correct reason
√37 − 1
∴ 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝜃 = (Shown)
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√37 − 1
𝜃 = 𝑠𝑖𝑛−1
6
𝜃 = = 57.9 , 122.1°
° A1 Both correct

(b) 𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝑥 + √3 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝑥 ≡ 𝑅 𝑐𝑜𝑠 (𝑥 − 𝛼)

𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝑥 + √3 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝑥 = 𝑅 𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝑥 𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝛼 + 𝑅 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝛼 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝑥
𝑅 𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝛼 = 1 ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ (1) Form Equation (1)
B1
𝑅 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝛼 = √3 ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ (2) and (2) correctly.
√3 Method for getting R
𝑡𝑎𝑛 𝛼 = 𝑅 = √12 + (√3)2 M1
and 𝛼.
1
𝜋
𝛼= 𝑅=2 A1 Both correct
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𝜋
𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝑥 + √3 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝑥 = 2 𝑐𝑜𝑠 (𝑥 − ) A1
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No. Solutions Marks Remarks

(b) x 5𝜋 4𝜋 2𝜋 𝜋 𝜋 2𝜋 𝜋 4𝜋 5𝜋 2𝜋
−2𝜋 − − −𝜋 − − 0
3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

y 1 2 1 -1 -2 -1 1 2 1 -1 -2 -1 1

Correct shape with

D1 - 2 min and 2 max points
- 4 x-intercepts

The curve between

D1 −2π ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 2𝜋
−2π and 2𝜋 seen

Indicate y-intercept, y =1

Start and end points at

D1 the same level, y = 1

Maximum and minimum

value, y = 2

Positive gradient and

4 passing through origin, 0
Sketch line 𝑦 = 3𝜋 𝑥 on the same axes. M1
4
Label the line 𝑦 = 𝑥
3𝜋

Three intersection points seen M1 Depend on 1st M1

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∴ Number of roots of equation of 𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝑥 + √3 𝑠𝑖𝑛 𝑥 = 3𝜋 𝑥
A1 CAO
in −2π ≤ 𝑥 ≤ 2𝜋 is 3.

Total 15

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8.

The diagram shows a triangular prism OPQRST, with horizontal rectangular base OPQR,
where OP = 6 cm and OR = 3 cm. The rectangular sloping face OPTS is such that the edges
RS and QT are vertical and are both 4 cm. The unit vectors i, j and k are parallel to ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝑃, 𝑂𝑅 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
and ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑅𝑆 respectively. Find
(a) a unit vector in direction of ⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑆 . [3]
(b) the acute angle between ⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑆 and the base OPQR. [4]
(c) a vector equation for the line PR. [1]
(d) the coordinates of the foot of perpendicular, U, from T to PR. Hence, find the area of the
triangle PRT. [7]

No Solutions Marks Remarks

8. S

T
4 cm

R
3 cm
 Q
6 cm 3 cm
P
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝑃 = 6𝐢, ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
0𝑅 = 3𝐣, ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑅𝑆 = 4𝐤
(a) ⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑆 = ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝑆 − ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝑃
0 6
= (3) − (0) = 𝟑𝐣 + 4𝐤 − 6𝐢
4 0
−6
=( 3 ) = −6𝐢 + 𝟑𝐣 + 4𝐤 B1 Either one correct
4
̂ −6𝐢 + 𝟑𝐣 + 4𝐤 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑆
⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑆 = M1 His ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
√(−6)2 + 32 + 42 |𝑃𝑆|

−6𝐢 + 𝟑𝐣 + 4𝐤
=
√61
−6 3 4 ̂ seen
= 𝐢+ 𝐣+ 𝐤 A1 ⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑆
√61 √61 √61

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 No Solutions Marks Remarks
(b) ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑃𝑅 = ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = −6𝐢 + 3𝐣
𝑃𝑂 + 𝑂𝑅 B1
The required acute angle is 𝑆𝑃𝑅
−6 −6
( 3 )•( 3 )
4 0 M1 Using correct formula
Cos𝑆𝑃𝑅 =
√(−6)2 + 32 + 42 × √(−6)2 + 32
Solve the numerator
36 + 9 and denominator
= M1
√61 × √45 correctly.
Depend on 1st M1
= 30.81° A1 Accept 30.8°
(c) Vector equation of line PR,
B1
𝒓 = 6𝐢 + (−6𝐢 + 3𝐣)
(d) Since U lies on line PR,
𝑂𝑈 = 6𝒊 + (−6𝒊 + 3𝒋)
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
6 −6
= (0) + ( 3 )
0 0
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = 𝑂𝑈
𝑇𝑈 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ − 𝑂𝑇
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ Correct method to
find⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑇𝑈 and applying
6 − 6 6 M1
= ( 3 ) − (3) polygon low to find ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑂𝑇.
0 4 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = 𝑂𝑃
𝑂𝑇 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ + 𝑃𝑄
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ + 𝑄𝑇
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
−6
= (3 − 3)
−4
Since 𝑇𝑈 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ ⊥ line PR,
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ •𝑃𝑅
𝑇𝑈 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = 0
−6 −6
(3 − 3) • ( 3 ) = 0
−4 0
36 + 9 − 9 = 0
Attempt to find  by
1 M1 using scalar product.
= = 0.2 The value of  seen.
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A1 Correct answer
6 − 6(0.2) 4.8
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ = ( 3(0.2) ) = (0.6)
𝑂𝑈
0 0
The coordinates of point U are (4.8, 0.6, 0) A1` CAO
Note: Other than λ, any symbol such as t, m, or μ can be used as a parameter.

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(d) −6 −1.2
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑇𝑈 = (3 − 3) = (−2.4)
−4 −4
Correct formula
1
⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ | × |𝑇𝑈
Area of ∆𝑃𝑅𝑇 = 2 |𝑃𝑅 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ | M1 1
× 𝑏𝑎𝑠𝑒 × ℎ𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡
2
1 Find the magnitude of
= × √(−6)2 + 32 × √(−1.2)2 + (−2.4)2 + (−4)2 M1 ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
2 𝑃𝑅 and ⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗
𝑇𝑈
Accept 16.155
= 3√29 A1
4 or 5 sf
Total 15
Note: If no arrow of vector seen −1 mark

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