| Exam Board | SPS |
|---|---|
| Module | SPS FM (SPS FM) |
| Year | 2022 |
| Session | January |
| Marks | 5 |
| Topic | Partial Fractions |
| Type | Repeated linear factor with distinct linear factor – decompose only |
| Difficulty | Standard +0.3 This is a standard partial fractions question with a repeated linear factor. While it requires setting up the correct form A/(x+2) + B/(x-1) + C/(x-1)² and solving for three constants, this is a routine textbook exercise that follows a well-established algorithm with no conceptual challenges or novel problem-solving required. It's slightly easier than average due to being purely procedural. |
| Spec | 1.02y Partial fractions: decompose rational functions |
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Express $\frac { ( x - 7 ) ( x - 2 ) } { ( x + 2 ) ( x - 1 ) ^ { 2 } }$ in partial fractions.\\[0pt]
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