Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Limits of accuracy

Limits of accuracy — practice question

(a)[1]

Write the number three hundred thousand and three using figures.

(b(i))[1]

Write $15\,896$ rounded to the nearest thousand.

(b(ii))[1]

Write $15\,896$ rounded to the nearest ten.

(c)[2]

By rounding each number in the calculation to 1 significant figure, work out an estimate for the value of $\dfrac{28.9 \times 5.49}{0.472 + 0.97}$. You must show all your working.

(d(i))[1]

Find the value obtained from $\sqrt{1849}$.

(d(ii))[1]

Find the result of $5^0 - 5^{-1}$.

(d(iii))[1]

Find the value of the fraction $\dfrac{5\sin 30 - 8}{11}$.

(e(i))[4]

Work out how much time the cyclist needs to cover 5.27 kilometres. Give your answer in minutes and seconds.

(e(ii))[2]

Work out the percentage by which the speed increases.

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