OCR MEI C2 — Question 11 4 marks

Exam BoardOCR MEI
ModuleC2 (Core Mathematics 2)
Marks4
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TopicIndefinite & Definite Integrals
TypeFind curve from gradient
DifficultyModerate -0.8 This is a straightforward integration question requiring students to integrate a simple polynomial and use a given point to find the constant of integration. It involves only basic techniques with no problem-solving insight needed, making it easier than average but not trivial since it requires two steps (integration and substitution).
Spec1.08a Fundamental theorem of calculus: integration as reverse of differentiation1.08b Integrate x^n: where n != -1 and sums

A curve has gradient given by \(\frac{dy}{dx} = 6x^2 + 8x\). The curve passes through the point \((1, 5)\). Find the equation of the curve. [4]

Question 11:
AnswerMarks Guidance
11(y =) 2x3 + 4x2 −1
accept 2x3 + 4x2 + c and c = - 14 M2 for (y =) 2x3 + 4x2 + c (M1 if one
error) and M1 for subst of (1, 5) dep on
AnswerMarks
their y =, +c, integration attempt.4
Question 11:
11 | (y =) 2x3 + 4x2 −1
accept 2x3 + 4x2 + c and c = - 1 | 4 | M2 for (y =) 2x3 + 4x2 + c (M1 if one
error) and M1 for subst of (1, 5) dep on
their y =, +c, integration attempt. | 4
A curve has gradient given by $\frac{dy}{dx} = 6x^2 + 8x$. The curve passes through the point $(1, 5)$. Find the equation of the curve. [4]

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