Mark Scheme (Results)

October 2023

Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level

in Pure Mathematics (WMA11) Paper 01
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 General Marking Guidance

• All candidates must receive the same treatment. Examiners must mark the first
candidate in exactly the same way as they mark the last.
• Mark schemes should be applied positively. Candidates must be rewarded for
what they have shown they can do rather than penalised for omissions.
• Examiners should mark according to the mark scheme not according to their
perception of where the grade boundaries may lie.
• There is no ceiling on achievement. All marks on the mark scheme should be
used appropriately.
• All the marks on the mark scheme are designed to be awarded. Examiners
should always award full marks if deserved, i.e. if the answer matches the mark
scheme. Examiners should also be prepared to award zero marks if the
candidate’s response is not worthy of credit according to the mark scheme.
• Where some judgement is required, mark schemes will provide the principles by
which marks will be awarded and exemplification may be limited.
• When examiners are in doubt regarding the application of the mark scheme to a
candidate’s response, the team leader must be consulted.
• Crossed out work should be marked UNLESS the candidate has replaced it with
an alternative response.
 EDEXCEL IAL MATHEMATICS

General Instructions for Marking

1. The total number of marks for the paper is 75.

2. The Edexcel Mathematics mark schemes use the following types of marks:

• M marks: Method marks are awarded for ‘knowing a method and

attempting to apply it’, unless otherwise indicated.
• A marks: Accuracy marks can only be awarded if the relevant method (M)
marks have been earned.
• B marks are unconditional accuracy marks (independent of M marks)
• Marks should not be subdivided.

3. Abbreviations

These are some of the traditional marking abbreviations that will appear in
the mark schemes and can be used if you are using the annotation facility
on ePEN.
• bod – benefit of doubt
• ft – follow through
• the symbol will be used for correct ft
• cao – correct answer only
• cso - correct solution only. There must be no errors in this part of the
question to obtain this mark
• isw – ignore subsequent working
• awrt – answers which round to
• SC: special case
• oe – or equivalent (and appropriate)
• d… or dep – dependent
• indep – independent
• dp decimal places
• sf significant figures
•  The answer is printed on the paper or ag- answer given
• or d… The second mark is dependent on gaining the first mark
4. All A marks are ‘correct answer only’ (cao.), unless shown, for example,
as A1 ft to indicate that previous wrong working is to be followed through.
After a misread however, the subsequent A marks affected are treated as
A ft, but manifestly absurd answers should never be awarded A marks.

5. For misreading which does not alter the character of a question or

materially simplify it, deduct two from any A or B marks gained, in that
part of the question affected. If you are using the annotation facility on
ePEN, indicate this action by ‘MR’ in the body of the script.

6. If a candidate makes more than one attempt at any question:

• If all but one attempt is crossed out, mark the attempt which is
NOT crossed out.
• If either all attempts are crossed out or none are crossed out, mark
all the attempts and score the highest single attempt.

7. Ignore wrong working or incorrect statements following a correct answer.

 General Principles for Pure Mathematics Marking
(NB specific mark schemes may sometimes override these general principles)

Method mark for solving 3 term quadratic:

1. Factorisation
( x 2 + bx + c) = ( x + p)( x + q), where pq = c , leading to x = …
(ax 2 + bx + c) = (mx + p)( nx + q), where pq = c and mn = a , leading to x = …

2. Formula
Attempt to use correct formula (with values for a, b and c).

3. Completing the square

Solving x + bx + c = 0 :
2
( x  b2 )2  q  c, q  0, leading to x = …

Method marks for differentiation and integration:

1. Differentiation
n −1
Power of at least one term decreased by 1. ( x → x )
n

2. Integration
n +1
Power of at least one term increased by 1. ( x → x )
n

Use of a formula
Where a method involves using a formula that has been learnt, the advice
given in recent examiners’ reports is that the formula should be quoted first.

Normal marking procedure is as follows:

Method mark for quoting a correct formula and attempting to use it, even if
there are small mistakes in the substitution of values.
Where the formula is not quoted, the method mark can be gained by
implication from correct working with values, but may be lost if there is any
mistake in the working.

Exact answers
Examiners’ reports have emphasised that where, for example, an exact
answer is asked for, or working with surds is clearly required, marks will
normally be lost if the candidate resorts to using rounded decimals.

Answers without working

The rubric says that these may not gain full credit. Individual mark schemes
will give details of what happens in particular cases. General policy is that if it
could be done “in your head”, detailed working would not be required. Most
candidates do show working, but there are occasional awkward cases and if
the mark scheme does not cover this, please contact your team leader for
advice.
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
1a 3
y = 5 x3 + 2
− 7 x = 5 x 3 + 3 x −2 − 7 x
x

 dy 
 =  15 x 2 − 6 x −3 − 7 M1A1A1
 dx 
(3)
b d y 
2
−4
 2 =  30 x + 18 x M1A1
 dx 
(2)
(5 marks)

Do not be concerned by the labelling of their answers in part (a) or part (b)
(a)
M1: Decreases the power by 1 on one of the terms ...x → ...x
3 2
...x−2 → ...x −3  7 x → 7
The index does not have to be processed. e.g. ...x3 → ...x3−1

A1: Two correct unsimplified terms (indices must be processed). May be seen on different lines
or listed. Condone 7x0 as an unsimplified term. Do not withhold this mark if there is a + c
present.

A1: 15 x 2 − 6 x −3 − 7 or simplified equivalent. Condone any spurious notation around the

expression but withhold this mark if there is a constant of integration. Isw once a correct
answer is seen. Do not accept 15 x 2 − 6 x −3 − 7 x0 or e.g. 15x 2 + −6 x −3 − 7

(b)

M1: Decreases the power by 1 on one of the terms of their changed function. Do not allow this
mark to be scored for a constant of integration in (a) → 0 in (b)

18 18
A1: 30 x + 18 x −4 or simplified equivalent e.g. 30x + 4
. Condone e.g. 30x1 + 4 . Isw once a
x x
correct answer is seen. Withhold this mark if there is a constant of integration and it has not
already been penalised in (a).
Allow this mark to be scored following 15 x 2 − 6 x −3  7 in (a). Also allow full marks to be
scored if they have no constant.

Note: (a) 15 x 2 − 6 x −1 − 7 and (b) 30 x + 6 will score M1A1A0 M1A0

 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
2a 1
x B1
8
(1)
3
b 1
x 2
B1
256
(1)
c −
4
−
4
 1  1 2 16   3  1 32  3

  x   = x  = 16 x −2 M1A1
 2  64 x  8 
(2)
(4 marks)
(a)
1 1 x 1
B1: x or simplified equivalent e.g. 0.125x or x1 Accept e.g. but  x is B0.
8 8 8 8
1
Do not withhold this mark unless it is clear that they intend to write
8x
(b)
3
3
1 3
x2 2
B1: x or simplified equivalent e.g. 0.00390625x condone
2 . Isw after a correct
256 256
answer is seen.
1 1 1
( )
3
Do not accept e.g. x3 or x or x x as n is not a simplified constant.
256 256 256
3
1
Do not accept x 2  256 or 3 (not of the required form)
−
256x 2
1
Do not withhold this mark unless it is clear that they intend to write 3
256x 2
(c)
M1: Attempts to use the index laws and proceeds to either
4 4
−
  3 3  −
3
 3
•  ...x  2
or  ...x 2

   
8 2 8 2
− − −
• ...x  ...x3 3
(or ...x 3
 ...x )3
−2
• ...x
1
• 16 x n where n  −
2
16
Allow to score M1.
x2
Be aware that incorrect understanding of indices such as 16 = 16x −2 is M0A0
x
−2
A1: 16x (from a correct method)
(Correct answer with no incorrect working seen can score M1A1). Isw after a correct
16
answer is seen. 2 is A0
x
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
3a 8 − 15 2 3 − 5 16 3 − 8 5 − 2 45 + 75
 = M1
2 3+ 5 2 3− 5 12 − 5

21 3 − 14 5 dM1
e.g.
7
A1
3 3−2 5
(3)
b
( x + 5 3) 5 = 40 − 2 x 3  x 5 + 2 x 3 = 40 − 5 15 M1

40 − 5 15
( x =) A1
2 3+ 5

( x = ) 15 3 − 10 5 A1ft
(3)
(6 marks)

(a) Note that 3 3 − 2 5 with no working scores M0dM0A0

M1: (
Attempts to rationalise the denominator by multiplying both numerator and denominator by k 2 3 − 5 , where )
... 3  ... 5  ... 45  ... 75 ... ...
k is an integer usually 1, and proceeds to a fraction such as or or
... 12 − 5 7
... ...
but not for e.g. or as these still have surds on the denominator.
( ) ( 5)
2 2
12 + 2 15 − 2 15 − 5 2 3 −

Allow 45 and 75 to be written in terms of 3 and 5 as well.

Condone slips in multiplying out as well as miscopying errors.
21 3 − 14 5
Note with no intermediate working can still score M1 for the denominator.
7
2 3+ 5
Attempting to multiply by a multiple of is M0dM0A0
2 3+ 5
dM1: Attempts to simplify surds and may collect terms to achieve a fraction where
• the numerator is in terms of 3 and 5 only.
• the denominator is a multiple of 7 (which may be unsimplified)
It is dependent on the previous method mark.
If they have not fully multiplied out the numerator (or implied) then this mark cannot be scored. e.g.
(8 − 15)(2 3 − 5) 16 3 + 8 5
= scores a maximum of M1dM0A0.
... ...
21 3 − 14 5
Note with no previous working seen scores M1dM0A0 because they have not shown any
7
multiplying out of the brackets on the numerator.
8 − 15 16 3 − 8 5 − 2 45 + 75
Note = = 3 3 − 2 5 is M1dM0A0 because they have not collected terms
2 3+ 5 7
on the numerator (or changed them all to be in terms of 3 and 5 before simplifying to the final answer).
A1: 3 3 − 2 5 . The answer does not imply the method marks. Do not withhold this mark for slips in working such as
invisible brackets provided they are recovered/implied by further work.
8 − 15 2 3 − 5 16 3 − 40 − 2 45 + 5 15
Note that a number of candidates are misreading  = this can score SC100
2 3 +5 2 3 −5 12 − 25
condoning one sign slip in their multiplying out of the brackets in the numerator.

(b) Note that x = 15 3 − 10 5 with no working scores M0A0A0

M1: Multiplies out the brackets and isolates the x terms on one side. Condone for this mark if the surds are converted to
rounded decimals.
e.g. ( 5 + 2 3) x = 5(8 − 15) scores M1
Alternatively divides both sides by 5 and isolates the x terms on one side.
3 40
e.g. x + 2 x = −5 3
5 5
Condone slips in their working and invisible brackets, but there must be two terms on each side of the equation.
40 − 5 15
A1: x= or exact equivalent (which cannot be 15 3 − 10 5 ).
2 3+ 5
40
−5 3
5
In the alternative method it may be seen as x = which can score this mark.
3
1+ 2
5
Do not accept proceeding from ( 5 + 2 3) x = 5(8 − 15)  x = 15 3 − 10 5 without any intermediate
expression for x. This scores A0 as the use of calculator technology is not acceptable.
An expression in decimals only is A0.
A1ft: ( )
x = 15 3 − 10 5 only (or exact simplified equivalent) e.g. x = 5 3 3 − 2 5 This mark cannot be awarded
without the previous A mark being scored.
Follow through on their part (a) answer of the form a 3 + b 5 so award for 5a 3 + 5b 5 oe including
( )
5 a 3 + b 5 where a and b may be fractions. Isw once they have achieved the correct answer.
21 3 − 14 5
Note: If a candidate has an unsimplified answer in part (a) e.g. then do not withhold this mark in
7
105 3 − 70 5
part (b) if they proceed to e.g. as they have already been penalised once for not giving an answer
7
in simplest form.
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Alternative method – squaring both sides (send to review if unsure)
M1: Attempts to square both sides and proceeds to a three term quadratic in x with terms collected on one side of the
equation (condone slips in multiplying out and collecting terms.
A1: As above in main scheme
A1ft: As above in main scheme
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
4a x = −2 B1
(1)
b x3 + 4 x2 + 4 x = x( x + 2)2 M1A1
(2)
c

(−2, 0)
B1B1B1
O O

(3)
d 2 as the graphs intersect (each other) twice
1
(since ( x + 2)( x + 4 x + 4 x) = 1 is the same as x 3 + 4 x 2 + 4 x =
3 2 B1
)
x+2
(1)
(7 marks)
Note: Check for answers by the questions or on the Figure (rather than the diagram). If there is a
contradiction between the answers by the question and the main body of the solution then the main
body of the solution takes precedence.
(a)
B1: x = −2 only. Accept labelled on the diagram but do not accept just −2 . If other equations are given
(other than y = 0 ) then B0.
Beware that x = −2 is one of the solutions to the cubic so the equation of the asymptote must be seen
in (a), on the diagram or by the question.
(b)
Attempts to take out a linear factor eg x( x  4 x  4) or ( x + 2)( x  2 x) . May be implied by the
2 2
M1:
correct answer.

A1: x( x + 2)2 or x( x + 2)( x + 2) . Accept ( x + 2)( x + 2) x and condone a missing trailing bracket on the
final linear factor e.g. x( x + 2)( x + 2 but x( x + 2 is A0.
2

Condone ( x + 0)( x + 2) . Isw once a correct expression is seen and ignore a spurious = 0
2

(c) Note: If there are multiple attempts then score the highest one
B1: Sketches a positive cubic anywhere on a set of axes. Do not penalise poor curvature provided the
intention is clear and ignore if the curvature looks asymptotic. The cubic does not need to have two turning
points for this mark.
Examples of acceptable cubic shapes (including where poor curvature would be condoned):

(If you are unsure then send to review)

B1: A cubic which
• has a turning point where the x-axis and vertical asymptote intersect
• passes through the origin (from quadrants 3 to 1 or from quadrants 2 to 4 – it cannot start or stop
at the origin) It also cannot be a turning point.
Do not penalise poor curvature provided the intention is clear and ignore if the curvature looks asymptotic.

B1: (−2, 0) indicated on the graph where their graph crosses or turns on the negative x-axis Do not be
concerned regarding any other points where the graph crosses or turns on the x-axis including the
origin.
Condone -2 labelled on the x-axis or the coordinates the wrong way round as (0, − 2) or with
missing brackets.
The asymptote labelled x = −2 does not score this mark and do not be concerned with the point of
intersection relative to the asymptote.

(d) This mark can only be scored provided B1B1B0 or B1B1B1 is scored in (c)
B1: 2 (real) roots and a valid reason e.g. (graphs/curves/functions/equations/they)
intersect/meet/cross/touch (each other) twice. e.g. “intersect twice” or “2 intersections” can score
this mark.
May also refer to an intersection in the first and third quadrants.

Only withhold the mark if it is clear that they are referring to intersections between the cubic graph
and the x-axis.

Do not accept responses relating to the roots of the equation, use of the discriminant or other
algebraic methods which do not use the graphs.
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
5a 52 + (1 + x) 2 − x 2  25 + 1 + 2 x + x 2 − x 2 
e.g. ( cos  = ) = 
2  5(1 + x)  2  5(1 + x) 
M1
or e.g. x = 5 + (1 + x) − 2  5(1 + x)cos 
2 2 2

13 + x A1*
cos  = *
5 + 5x
(2)
b  = awrt 42 (42.470747….) B1
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Attempts to find AB, AD or AC:
AB 5
e.g. =  AB = ...
sin"42" sin 30
or
e.g.  ABC = 180 − 30 − "42.5" = "107.6"
sin DBC sin"42.5"
=  DBC = "60.5", ABD = "107.6"− "60.5" = "47.1"
1+ 2 3 2 3 M1
AD 2 3
=  AD = ...
sin("47.1") sin 30
or
AC 5
e.g. =  AC = ...
sin"108" sin 30
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

AB = 6.75... or AD = 5.07... or AC = 9.53... A1

1
Area =  5  "6.75" sin (180 − 30 − "42.5") or
2 dM1
1
=  5  "9.54" sin ("42.5")
2

= awrt16.1 (m2) A1
(5)
(7 marks)
(a)

M1: Uses the cosine rule to form an equation for cos  . Condone just an expression for cos  .
(You may not see cos  = )
Condone invisible brackets for this mark.
Be aware of longer versions which may involve splitting triangle BCD into two right angled
triangles. They would still need to proceed to an equation involving cos  to score this
mark.

A1*: Achieves the given answer with no errors seen including invisible brackets. There must be at
least one stage of intermediate working between their starting equation and achieving the
given answer. Condone cos  not appearing in the answer line, provided it is seen correctly
as the subject on an earlier line.
(b) Note there are a variety of different methods to finding the area of triangle ABC

7.54m2
8.56m2 47.1 60.5
6.75m
3.46m 3.38m
(2 3m )
102.9 77.1 42.5 42.5
30
5.07m 4.46m
(1 + 2 3m ) 9.53m

B1:  = awrt 42 seen or implied. Accept 42.5. May work in radians (awrt 0.73/0.74 radians)

M1: Attempts to find AB, AD or AC using a correct method. Angles and lengths must be in
the correct positions in the relevant formula or formulae. Condone slips in any
rearrangement, calculations and substituting in x = 2 3 provided the method is correct.
Condone working in radians provided the angles are consistently in degrees or radians
within the expression or formula.

A1: awrt 6.75/6.76 or awrt 9.53/9.54 or awrt 5.07/5.08 (may be implied by further work).

dM1: Correct full method to find the total area (the expression is sufficient. It is dependent on the
previous method mark. Condone use of incorrectly rounded angles/slips and may work in
radians.
1   
e.g. Area =  5  "6.75" sin   − − "0.74" 
2  6 
May find the areas of the two separate triangles ABD and BDC and add them together.
1 1
e.g. Area =  "5.07" "6.75" sin 30 +  "4.46" 5  sin"42.5"
2 2
Use the diagrams above to help with the various methods. Invisible brackets may be implied
by further work or their answer.
Note that if, as part of their method to find the total area, they find angle ADB but
incorrectly deduce this as an acute angle then this is dM0

A1: awrt 16.1 m2 (condone lack of units)

 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
6a 12 + 15 p
4( p − 2 x) =
x+ p
8 x 2 + 4 px + 12 + 15 p − 4 p 2 ( = 0) M1

e.g. a = 8, b = 4 p, c = 12 + 15 p − 4 p
2

(4 p) − 4  8  (12 + 15 p − 4 p 2 ) (  0) dM1
2

3 p 2 − 10 p − 8  0 * A1*
(3)
b 2
e.g. ( p − 4) ( 3 p + 2 ) (= 0)  4, −
3 M1
2
p− or p  4 M1A1
3
(3)
(6 marks)
Allow part (b) to follow on from (a) without any labelling of specific parts
(a)
M1: Multiplies by ( x + p) , multiplies out the brackets and collects terms on one side.
Condone slips and the omission of = 0, but there must be an ...x 2 term.
May be implied by further work e.g. their attempt at the discriminant.

dM1: Attempts b2 − 4ac for their quadratic in x with their b and their c both being in terms of p.
The values/expressions for a, b and c for their quadratic in x must be embedded in the
correct positions in the expression but condone invisible brackets and sign slips miscopying.
It is dependent on the previous method mark.

Condone for this mark if they work in terms of x instead of p provided the coefficients were
actually those in terms of p from their original quadratic. i.e.
8x2 + 4 px + 12 + 15 p − 4 p 2 = 0  a = 8, b = 4 p, c = 12 + 15 p − 4 p 2
 ( 4 x ) − 4  8  (12 + 15 x − 4 x 2 ) (  0 ) (they have just written x instead of p which is fine)
2

Achieves 3 p − 10 p − 8  0 with all stages of working shown:

2
A1*:
• Multiplying out ( p − 2 x)( x + p)
• Collecting terms on one side of an equation (=0 may be implied)
• Finding the discriminant
• At least one intermediate stage of working between the discriminant and the final
answer
There must be no errors seen including invisible brackets but condone a missing trailing
bracket if it does not alter the processing. e.g. ( 4 p ) − 4  8  (12 + 15 p − 4 p 2
2

Condone the > 0 appearing for the first time in their final answer, provided an incorrect
inequality has not been used in earlier working.
Do not withhold this mark if they state e.g. “ b2 − 4ac = 0 ” as part of their working.
(b)

M1: Attempts to find critical values by solving the given quadratic by either
• factorising (do not accept ( p − 4)( p + 23 ) unless they have divided both sides of the
inequality/equation by 3 first)
2
 5
• completing the square 3  p −   ...  ( p = ) ...
 3
• quadratic formula
Usual rules apply (see general marking principles for guidance). May be in another
variable. Allow this mark to be scored if seen in (a).
This mark cannot be awarded from directly using a calculator and stating the roots.

M1: Attempts to find the outside region for their critical values. May use another variable e.g. x
2 2
May be implied by p "− ", p "4" or incorrect use of inequalities e.g. 4  p  −
3 3
This is not dependent on the first method mark so if a calculator has been used then this
mark can still be scored.

2
A1: p− or p  4 (or equivalent). (may appear on separate lines). Isw once a correct
3
answer is seen, provided there is no contradiction and no part of the range is rejected.
This can only be scored provided both previous method marks have been awarded.
Must be in terms of p
2 2  2 
Accept e.g. p  − , p  4 , p  − p4  p : p  −  p  4  or variations of
3 3  3 
 2
these. Accept  −, −  , ( 4,  )
 3
2  2 
Do not accept e.g. p  − and p  4  p : p  −  p  4 or variations of these
3  3 
 2 2 2
Do not accept  −, −  , [4, ) p − , p 4 4 p−
 3  3 3
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
7ai 1
4(4) 2 + 10 − 7(4) 2 15
f (4) = 1
= B1
2
2
4(4)
ii
15 2
" "→ − M1
2 15

2 M1
y + 1 = "− "( x − 4)
15

2 x + 15 y + 7 = 0 A1
(4)
b 1
4 x 2 + 10 − 7 x 2 3
−
1
M1
1
= ...x 2  ...x 2  ...
2
4x
3
5 − 12 7 A1
Two of the terms of x 2 + x −
2 4

  32 5 − 12 7  2 52 1
7 dM1A1ft
  x + x −  dx = x + 5 x 2
− x (+c)
 2 4 5 4

5 1
2 7
(4) 2 + 5(4) 2 − (4) + c = −1  c = ... ddM1
5 4

2 52 1
7 84
( f ( x) = ) x + 5x 2 − x − A1
5 4 5
(6)
(10 marks)
Mark (a) and (b) together so do not be concerned with labelling of the parts
(a)
(i)
15
B1: oe stated (as the gradient of f(x) at P).
2
(ii)

M1 Finds the negative reciprocal of their gradient in part (i). If they do not have a gradient in (i)
2
then only allow − or an attempt at − 1
15 f (4)

M1 Attempts to find the equation of the normal using a changed gradient to that found in (i) and
(4, − 1) with the coordinates in the correct positions. If they do not have a gradient in (i) then
15
allow any gradient  . If they use y = mx + c they must proceed as far as c = ...
2

A1: 2 x + 15 y + 7 = 0 or any multiple of this where all the coefficients are integers and all terms
are on the same side of the equation. e.g. 30 y + 14 + 4 x = 0 scores A1
(b)

M1: Splits into three separate terms with at least one term with the correct index. The index
1
2−
2
does not need to be processed. e.g. x
3
5 − 12 7
A1: Two of x 2 + x − (unsimplified but the indices must be processed). May appear as a
2 4
list of terms on different lines. May be implied by a correctly integrated expression.

dM1: Attempts to increase the power by one on at least one term. It is dependent on the previous
method mark. The index does not need to be processed for this mark. It cannot be scored for
attempting to integrate individual terms on the numerator or denominator.

1
5 2 5
x
2 52 1
7 x 7 2
A1ft: x + 5 x 2 − x or exact unsimplified equivalent (indices processed). e.g. +2 − x
5 4 5 1 4
2 2
5 1
3 1
− Ax 2 Bx 2
Follow through on an expression of the form Ax + Bx 2 2
+C → + + Cx where A,
5 1
2 2
B and C are all non-zero.
Do not be concerned with the presence or omission of the constant of integration.
Accept x1 for x.
Ignore any spurious notation including the presence of the integral sign.

ddM1: Attempts to substitute x = 4 into their changed expression (condone one slip in substituting
in), sets equal to −1 and attempts to find c.
This mark cannot be scored if they do not have a constant of integration.
It is dependent on both of the previous method marks.
Do not be concerned by the mechanics of the rearrangement and condone arithmetical slips,
but they must achieve a value.

The substitution may be implied by a correct value for c for their integrated expression if no
84
working is shown (you may need to check this), or allow for 
5

5 1
2 52 1
7 84
A1: ( f ( x) = )
x + 5x 2 − x − or any equivalent expression e.g. 0.4 x 2 + 5 x 2 − 1.75 x − 16.8
5 4 5
Accept x1 for x. Condone equivalent fractions for the coefficients provided both numerator
5
2 1
x 7 84
and denominator are integers. e.g. ( f ( x) = ) + 5x 2 − x − is A0
2.5 4 5
Withhold the final mark if there is still integration notation around the answer or if it is set
equal to 0
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
8a  7  15
x  x3 − x − 5  = − 5 x M1
 2  2 A1*
 2 x 4 − 7 x 2 − 15 = 0 *
(2)
b (2 x + 3)( x − 5) = 0  ( x = ) ...
2 2 2 M1
( x =) (  ) 5 B1

( 7
) ( )
3
15
y= − 5 = ... or y = " 5 " − " 5 " − 5
2  " 5 " 2 M1

 3   3 
 − 5, − 5 − 5  5, 5 − 5
 2   2 
dM1
PQ = ("2 5 ") + ("3 5 ") = ...
2 2

PQ = 65 A1cao
(5)
(7 marks)
(a)
M1: Sets up a correct equation in x. Invisible brackets may be implied by further work.
7 15
e.g. x 4 − x 2 − 5 x = − 5 x
2 2
A1*: Multiplies out and rearranges the equation to achieve the given answer with no errors
seen including invisible brackets. Condone the implied = 0 in their working, provided it is
present in their final answer. There must be at least one stage of intermediate working
between their starting equation and proceeding to the given answer.
7 15
x 4 − x 2 − 5 x = − 5 x  2 x 4 − 7 x 2 − 15 = 0 is M1A0*
2 2
(b) Work for (b) may be seen in (a) which can score
M1: Attempts to solve the quadratic equation in x 2 by either
• factorising
• completing the square
• quadratic formula
Usual rules apply. Do not be too concerned by the labelling e.g. it is acceptable to use a
different variable as well as condoning y = x and x = x 2
2

This mark cannot be awarded from directly using a calculator and stating the roots.

B1: At least one of 5 and − 5 (and no others)

M1: Note that if they do not square root their solution to the quadratic in x 2 then this mark
cannot be scored (and no further marks).
Attempts to substitute in  "5" (which must be of the form + k b and −k b where k
may be 1) into either of the equations of the curves and proceeds to find irrational
expressions for the y coordinates of P and Q of the form 5  n "5" (which may be the
same for both). They cannot be decimals.
 −3 5 − 10   3 5 − 10 
May be seen as e.g.  − 5,   5, 
 2   2 
dM1: A full attempt to find the length PQ. It is dependent on the previous method mark.
• They must be using (k b , 5  n b ), (−k b , 5  n b ) or equivalent.
• Look for an expression for PQ of the form e.g.

( ) ( )
2 2
(k b − −k b ) + (5  n b ) − (5  n b )
• They must be attempting to find ( x2 − x1 ) for their x coordinates which would lead to
2

2k b but condone ambiguity in the location of negatives when calculating ( y2 − y1 )2 .

2
 10 + 3 5 −10 + 3 5 
( )
2
e.g. x =  5 : ( 5 − − 5) +  − −  scores B1M1dM1
 2 2 
2
 110 + 15 11 −110 − 15 11 
( )
2
e.g. x =  11 (− 11 − 11) +  −  scores B0M1dM1
 22 22 
(as their ( x2 − x1 ) is correct for their  "5" and we condone sign errors when finding
2

( y2 − y1 ) using their y coordinates of P and Q )

2

• If the subtractions are not shown then they must achieve either of the following:
o (2k b ) 2 + (2n b ) 2 (n does not have to be an integer) or equivalent
o (2k b ) 2 + 02 (where the y coordinates were the same)
(They must have still found the y coordinates to score this mark)

Do not condone invisible brackets unless it does not affect the processing. This mark may be
implied by their answer.

A1: 65 cao (this cannot be scored if the first method mark has not been scored)
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
9a 0.72
0.72 = OP  0.6  OP = 1.2 or = 1.2 or 0.72 = 1.2  0.6  OP = 1.2 *
0.6 B1*

(1)
b 1
 ( x + 1.2) 2  0.6
2 B1

1 1
 ( x + 1.2) 2  0.6 − 1.22  0.6 = 90  5x 2 + 12 x − 1500 = 0 * M1A1*
2 2
(3)
c  −6 + 4 471 
x = awrt 16.2  =  B1
 5 

Perimeter = 0.72 + "16.2"+ "16.2"+ 0.6  ("16.2"+ 1.2) = awrt 43 / awrt 44 m M1A1
(see notes)
(3)
(7 marks)
(a)

B1*: Either
• forms an equation using l = r with l = 0.72 and  = 0.6 and concludes OP = 1.2
e.g. 0.72 = r  0.6  r = 1.2
0.72
• states = 1.2
0.6
• forms the equation using 0.72 = 1.2  0.6 and concludes that OP = 1.2
Condone the use of r or any other variable instead of OP. Condone lack of units or incorrect
units.
Allow the angle to be in degrees instead or attempts to find the diameter first, but
they must not round the value at any point in their working.
0.6
180
e.g. 0.72 =   d  d = 2.4  r = 1.2 scores B1 (exact angle used)
360
0.72
e.g. = 2 r  r = 1.2 scores B0 (34.4 is a rounded angle)
 34.4 
 
 360 
(b)

B1: Correct expression for the area of sector OPQRSO

1
 ( x + 1.2) 2  0.6 Missing brackets may be implied by further work.
2
1
May appear within an equation e.g.  0.6 ( x + 1.2)2 − 1.22  = 90
2
1
Condone incorrect equations i.e.  ( x + 1.2) 2  0.6 = 90
2

Proceeds from an equation of the form ...( x  1.2)  0.6 − ... 1.2  0.6 = 90 or equivalent,
2 2
M1:
(i.e. both should be positive but may be missing e.g. ½ ) and attempts to multiply out the
brackets. Condone slips and invisible brackets.
A1*: Achieves the given answer with no errors seen including invisible brackets. They must have
multiplied out any brackets before proceeding to the given answer to score this mark.
54 18 3
e.g. + x + x 2 − 0.432 = 90  5 x 2 + 12 x − 1500 = 0 is acceptable as a final step to
125 25 10
score A1*

(c)
 −6 + 4 471 
B1: x = awrt 16.2  =  (ignore the negative root) May be seen on the diagram or
 5 
next to the quadratic in the question. It may also be implied in their working to find the
perimeter. It cannot be for the values embedded in the quadratic formula.

M1: A correct method to find the perimeter using their value for x which must be positive. They
must proceed as far as a value for the perimeter to score this mark. Do not condone the
lengths 0.72 and 1.2 to be rounded, but condone for example their “16.2” to be “16”.
 −6 + 4 471   12 471 
May see exact values used in the expression e.g. 2   + 0.72 +   = ...
 5   25 

A1: awrt 43 m or awrt 44 m, including units, following a correct method. Typically look
for 43.4…m or 43.5…m
Note some incorrect methods lead to awrt 43 which is maximum B1M0A0.
e.g. "16.2" 0.6 + "16.2"+ "16.2"+ 0.72 = 42.7 which is B1M0A0 (uses 16.2 instead of
16.2+1.2)
e.g. "16.2 + 1.2" 0.6 + "16.2"+ "16.2" = 42.8 which is B1M0A0 (missing arc PS)
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
10ai (n =) 3 B1

ii B1
1080
(2)
b (1620, − 3) B1B1
(2)
c 1  12 3  9
e.g. k =  − = M1A1
2  5 5  10
(2)
(6 marks)
Note: answers may appear next to questions or on the diagram.
If there is a contradiction between the answer by the question/on the diagram and the main body
of the work then the answer in the main body of the work takes precedence.
(a)
(i)
B1: (n =) 3
(ii)
B1: 1080 (must be in degrees). Do not accept e.g. (1080, 3)

(b)
B1: One of the two coordinates (1620, − 3) Condone missing brackets. Allow x=… , y = ….
Condone 9 instead of 1620 for this mark and condone the coordinates to be the wrong way
round e.g. (−3, 1620 ) scores B1B0

B1: Both coordinates (1620, − 3) Condone missing brackets. Allow x =… , y = ….

(c)
M1: Attempts to find a value for k by either
1  12 3 
• attempting to find k =  −  = ... .
2 5 5
12 1  12 3  3 1  12 3 
• attempting to find k = −  +  = ... or k = − +  +  = ...
5 2 5 5 5 2 5 5
• forming two correct simultaneous equations and eliminating sin a (may be labelled as a
different variable, condone a for sin a)
12 3
2sin ( a ) + k = , − 2sin(a) + k = −  k = ... scores M1
5 5
They must have correctly used sin(−a) = − sin(a) . If they eliminate k instead, they must
proceed to find a or sin a and then substitute back into one of the equations to find a
value for k
12
i.e. 4sin a = 3  a = 48.59...  2sin(48.59...) + k =  k = ...
5
9
A1: or 0.9 (this is not awrt 0.9 so if they achieve a rounded value e.g. 0.899… and round to 0.9
10
then M1A0)
 Question
Scheme Marks
Number
11a 2( x  ...)2 B1

...( x  3)2 ... M1

2( x − 3)2 − 4 A1
(3)
b (3, − 4) B1ft
(1)
c 28 − −4
m= (= −8)
−1 − 3 M1

y − 28 = −8( x + 1) dM1

y = −8x + 20 A1
(3)
d y "− 8 x + 20" and y 2 x − 12 x + 14 (or y
2
"2( x − 3) − 4" )
2 B1ftB1ft

B1cso
y − 8x + 20 y 2 x2 − 12 x + 14 y 0, x 0
(3)
(10 marks)

Note: answers may appear next to questions or on the diagram.

If there is a contradiction between the answer by the question/on the diagram and the main
body of the work then the answer in the main body of the work takes precedence.

(a)

B1: a = 2 which may be stated or seen in the expression 2( x  ...)2 .

2
 12 
M1: ...( x  3) ... may be implied by b = 3 . Accept unsimplified versions e.g. ...  x   ...
2

 4
A1: 2( x − 3) − 4 isw following a correct expression (e.g. if they proceed to state incorrect
2

values for a, b and/or c). If they just state the values then withhold this mark. Constants must
be integers.
SC110 2( x − 3) − 4 (slip writing missing the squared on the bracket)

(b)

B1ft: (3, − 4) or e.g. x = 3, y = −4 . Condone invisible brackets. Follow through from their part (a)
so score for (−b, c)
(c)

M1: Attempts to find the gradient between their minimum point and (−1, 28) . Score for the
28 − "− 4"
expression or equivalent. They must be subtracting the correct way round. Do
−1 − "3"
not condone sign slips for this mark. If a value appears with no method (nor implied using
their minimum point and (−1, 28) ), then this mark cannot be scored (M0dM0A0)
May be part of the equation for l e.g. 28 − "− 4" = −1 − "3" or 28 − "− 4" = −1 − "3"
y − 28 x +1 y+4 x −3

dM1: Attempts to find the equation using their gradient. |It is dependent on the previous method
mark. Score for y − 28 = "− 8"( x + 1) or y + 4 = "− 8"( x − 3) but condone one sign slip
substituting in the coordinates for x and y.
If they use y = mx + c they must proceed as far as c = ... .

A1: y = −8x + 20

(d) Allow consistent use of either or   Ignore use of and/or or equivalent notation for
this question.
Note that 2 x − 12 x + 14 may be expressed as 2( x − 3) − 4
2 2

Allow the use of f(x) instead of y but the use of R instead of y is not acceptable.

B1ft: One of
• y "− 8 x + 20" follow through on their part (c)
• y 2 x2 − 12 x + 14 follow through on their part (b) so "2"( x − "3")2 − "4"
May be part of an inconsistent set of inequalities e.g. 2 x − 12 x + 14  y "− 8 x + 20"
2

B1ft: Both
• y "− 8 x + 20" follow through on their part (c)
• y 2 x2 − 12 x + 14 follow through on their part (b) so "2"( x − "3")2 − "4"
May also be seen as 2 x − 12 x + 14 y "− 8 x + 20"
2

B1cso: y − 8 x + 20 y 2 x2 − 12 x + 14 y 0, x 0 Do not isw for this mark.

Also accept 2 x − 12 x + 14 y − 8 x + 20
2
y 0, x 0
5
Accept inequalities 0 x p provided p
2
0 y q provided q 20

Note: The equations may be written in alternative forms e.g. 8 x + y 20 which is also acceptable

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