Mathematics 4024 · O Level · Sketching curves

Sketching curves — practice question

Graphs and equations using $y = \frac{x}{4} + \frac{2}{x}$.
(a)[1]

Fill in the table for $y = \frac{x}{4} + \frac{2}{x}$. The values of $y$ are shown correct to $2$ decimal places where needed.

(b)[3]

On the grid, draw the graph of $y = \frac{x}{4} + \frac{2}{x}$ for $0.5 \le x \le 7$.

(c)[2]

By using a tangent, estimate the gradient of $y = \frac{x}{4} + \frac{2}{x}$ when $x = 1$.

(d(i))[2]

On the grid, draw the graph of $2y + x = 6$.

(d(ii))[2]

Write down the $x$-coordinates of the points where the graphs $2y + x = 6$ and $y = \frac{x}{4} + \frac{2}{x}$ meet.

(d(iii))[3]

These $x$-coordinates are the solutions of $3x^2 + Ax + B=0$. Use $2y + x = 6$ together with $y = \frac{x}{4} + \frac{2}{x}$ to determine $A$ and $B$.

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