OCR MEI C1 2007 January — Question 10 4 marks

Exam BoardOCR MEI
ModuleC1 (Core Mathematics 1)
Year2007
SessionJanuary
Marks4
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TopicCurve Sketching
TypeLinear modelling problems
DifficultyModerate -0.8 This is a straightforward algebraic manipulation using difference of two squares, followed by a simple application of Pythagoras' theorem. Both parts require only routine techniques with no problem-solving insight needed, making it easier than average for A-level.
Spec1.02j Manipulate polynomials: expanding, factorising, division, factor theorem

10 Simplify \(\left( m ^ { 2 } + 1 \right) ^ { 2 } - \left( m ^ { 2 } - 1 \right) ^ { 2 }\), showing your method.
Hence, given the right-angled triangle in Fig. 10, express \(p\) in terms of \(m\), simplifying your answer. \begin{figure}[h]
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10 Simplify $\left( m ^ { 2 } + 1 \right) ^ { 2 } - \left( m ^ { 2 } - 1 \right) ^ { 2 }$, showing your method.\\
Hence, given the right-angled triangle in Fig. 10, express $p$ in terms of $m$, simplifying your answer.

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