Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Equations

Equations — practice question

(a(i))[3]

Solve the equation $6(7-2x)=3x-8$.

(a(ii))[3]

Solve the equation $\dfrac{2x}{x-5}=\dfrac{2}{3}$.

(b(i))[3]

Factorise completely the expression $2x^2-288y^2$.

(b(ii))[2]

Factorise completely the expression $5x^2+17x-40$.

(c)[5]

Solve the equation $x^3+4x^2-17x=x^3-9$. Give your answers correct to 2 decimal places.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 16-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: From $42-12x=3x-8$, so $x=\frac{10}{3}$

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