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2 marksPythagoras' Theorem

CSEC Mathematics · January 2010 · Paper 2 · Question 4(a)(i)

Triangle LMN has LN = 12 cm, NM = x cm, and ∠NLM = θ°. Point K on LM is such that NK is perpendicular to LM, NK = 6 cm, and KM = 8 cm.

Calculate the value of x.

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  1. 4(a)(ii)Calculate the value of θ.[3 marks]
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  5. 4(b)(iii)b)Calculate his average speed in km/h, giving your answer correct to 3 significant figures.[3 marks]

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