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2 marksGradient of a Straight Line

CSEC Mathematics · May/June 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 5(b)(i)

The line l passes through the points S (6, 6) and T (0, -2).

Determine the gradient of the line, l.

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  1. 5(a)(i)Using a ruler, a pencil and a pair of compasses, construct triangle PQR with PQ = 8 cm, ∠PQR = 60° and ∠QPR = 45°.[4 marks]
  2. 5(a)(ii)Measure and state the length of RQ.[1 mark]
  3. 5(b)(ii)Determine the equation of the line, l.[2 marks]
  4. 5(b)(iii)Determine the midpoint of the line segment, TS.[1 mark]
  5. 5(b)(iv)Determine the length of the line segment, TS.[2 marks]

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