Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Differentiation

Differentiation — practice question

The curve is given in parametric form by $x = t^2 + 1$, $y = 4t + \ln(2t - 1)$.
(i)[3]

Express $\frac{dy}{dx}$ as a function of $t$.

(ii)[3]

Find the equation of the normal to the curve at the point where $t = 1$. Present your answer in the form $ax + by + c = 0$.

(c(ii))[3]

Find the equation of the normal to the curve at the point where $t = 1$. Present your answer in the form $ax + by + c = 0$.

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This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: State that $\dfrac{dy}{dt}=4+\dfrac{2}{2t-1}$

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