Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Equations

Equations — practice question

(a)[2]

Calculate the amount, in dollars, that is equivalent to 200 dirhams. Give your answer correct to 2 decimal places.

(b(i))[3]

Express $\frac{1000}{x} - \frac{1000}{x+1}$ as a single fraction, in simplest form.

(b(ii))[3]

Set up an equation in terms of $x$ and show that it reduces to $9x^2 + 9x - 2000 = 0$.

(b(iii))[4]

Use the quadratic formula to solve $9x^2 + 9x - 2000 = 0$. Show all working and give your answers correct to 2 decimal places.

(b(iv))[2]

Calculate how many euros Winston got in 2014. Give your answer correct to 2 decimal places.

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