(a)Write 72 as a product of its prime factors.[2]
(b)Find the lowest common multiple (LCM) of 72 and 120.[1]
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- Algebra and graphs36%Algebra and graphs is the largest strand of the Extended content and fills about a third of both papers: equations, functions, sequences, graphs and differentiation.
- Number15%Number is tested early on both papers; Paper 2 checks fractions, indices, surds and standard form without a calculator, Paper 4 money and percentages.
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Paper 2: Non-calculator (Extended)
2 h · 100 marks · No calculator
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Without using a calculator, work out .
You must show all your working and give your answer as a mixed number in its simplest form.[3]
You must show all your working and give your answer as a mixed number in its simplest form.[3]
Work out .
Give your answer in standard form.[2]
Give your answer in standard form.[2]
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