Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Numerical solution of equations

Numerical solution of equations — practice question

(a)[2]

On one set of axes, sketch the graphs of $y = 1 + e^{2x}$ and $y = |x - 4|$.

(b)[2]

Let the graphs intersect at the point $P$. Show that the $x$-coordinate of $P$ is given by the equation $x = \frac{1}{2}\ln(3 - x)$.

(c)[3]

Use an iterative method based on the equation from part (b) to determine the $x$-coordinate of $P$ correct to 3 significant figures. Start from $0.45$ and write each iterative value to 5 significant figures.

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This 7-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Increasing curve above the $x$-axis for $y=1+e^{2x}$ (in the first and second quadrants)

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