Mathematics J560,04 Higher June 2018

1. Algebra and Equations | Solving quadratic equations by factorization, completing the square, working with direct proportionality, and finding nth-term expressions for quadratic sequences.

2. Geometry and Trigonometry | Transformations, coordinate geometry, calculating areas of composite shapes, working with bearings and distances, and applying trigonometric rules.

3. Statistics and Probability | Constructing and interpreting scatter plots, probability calculations with Venn diagrams, analyzing percentage distributions, and verifying statistical claims.

4. Graphs and Functions | Identifying graphs of functions, working with speed-distance-time graphs, understanding proportional relationships, and solving equations graphically.

5. Number Theory and Arithmetic | Prime factorization, lowest common multiples (LCM), highest common factors (HCF), ratio calculations, and working with error intervals.

6. Financial and Applied Mathematics | Currency conversions, calculating percentage depreciation, evaluating investment returns, and determining optimal choices in purchasing and travel scenarios.