Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Equations

Equations — practice question

(a(i))[1]

A medium box contains 10 more biscuits than the small box. Write an expression, in terms of $n$, for the number of biscuits in the medium box.

(a(ii))[1]

A large box contains twice as many biscuits as the medium box. Write an expression, in terms of $n$, for the number of biscuits in the large box.

(a(iii))[3]

Write an equation in terms of $n$ and solve it.

(a(iv))[1]

What is the total number of biscuits she has?

(b(i))[2]

Find the probability that Leo’s biscuit is chocolate. Give your answer as a fraction in its lowest terms.

(b(ii))[1]

On the probability scale, draw an arrow to indicate the probability that Leo’s biscuit is not chocolate.

(c)[2]

Find the total mass of 6 large boxes of biscuits. Give your answer in kilograms.

(d)[2]

Complete the statement about the value of $m$.

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