Date | November 2015 | Marks available | 2 | Reference code | 15N.1.sl.TZ0.4 |
Level | SL only | Paper | 1 | Time zone | TZ0 |
Command term | Find | Question number | 4 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Let f(x)=3sin(πx).
Write down the amplitude of f.
[1]
a.
Find the period of f.
[2]
b.
On the following grid, sketch the graph of y=f(x), for 0≤x≤3.
[4]
c.
Markscheme
amplitude is 3 A1 N1
a.
valid approach (M1)
egperiod=2ππ, 360π
period is 2 A1 N2
b.
A1
A1A1A1 N4
Note: Award A1 for sine curve starting at (0, 0) and correct period.
Only if this A1 is awarded, award the following for points in circles:
A1 for correct x-intercepts;
A1 for correct max and min points;
A1 for correct domain.
c.
Examiners report
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a.
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b.
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c.
Syllabus sections
Topic 3 - Circular functions and trigonometry » 3.4 » The circular functions sinx , cosx and tanx : their domains and ranges; amplitude, their periodic nature; and their graphs.
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