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Learning objectives
✓Recognise, explain, and apply “Calculator/CAS use where allowed”.
✓Recognise, explain, and apply “Interpreting parameters”.
✓Recognise, explain, and apply “Real-world functions”.
✓Recognise, explain, and apply “Documentation of solutions”.
Key ideas and checks
I move between formula, table, and graph.
I interpret slope, intercepts, and key features.
Every solution or explanation for “Technology and modelling” should include a method, justification, and final check.
Unit
Core theory
The essential chapter ideas in a clear sequence before practice.
01
Input-output relationship
A function maps each allowed input to one output. Formula, table, and graph are different representations of the same relationship.
02
Parameters and graph
Parameters change slope, position, amplitude, or rate of change. Read the key features before plotting individual points.
03
Domain and interpretation
The domain states which inputs are allowed. In a real model, also check whether the output is physically meaningful.
04
Calculator/CAS use where allowed
Use a suitable representation, state the rule, and keep every numerical or algebraic step equivalent. Finish with estimation, an inverse operation, or substitution as a check.
05
Interpreting parameters
Use a suitable representation, state the rule, and keep every numerical or algebraic step equivalent. Finish with estimation, an inverse operation, or substitution as a check.
06
Real-world functions
Use a suitable representation, state the rule, and keep every numerical or algebraic step equivalent. Finish with estimation, an inverse operation, or substitution as a check.
07
Documentation of solutions
Use a suitable representation, state the rule, and keep every numerical or algebraic step equivalent. Finish with estimation, an inverse operation, or substitution as a check.
Mathematics
Worked examples
Follow the method step by step and check why every step is valid.
Worked function example
For f(x) = 4x - 5, find f(4) and the x-intercept.
1Substitute x = 4: f(4) = 4·4 - 5.
2For the intercept set f(x) = 0: 4x - 5 = 0.
3Solve for x and check the point on the graph.
f(4) = 11, x-intercept = 5/4
Reasoning example
Before calculating, explain the key idea from “Calculator/CAS use where allowed” and which conditions must be checked.
1Define the idea in one clear sentence.
2Connect it to a representation, law, or formula.
3State a restriction, unit, or final check that makes the solution valid.
The answer should show not only which rule is used for “Calculator/CAS use where allowed”, but also why it is valid here.
Technology and modelling
Practice with answers
Eight graded tasks from core fluency to exam-style application. Work independently before opening a hint or answer.
Core fluency4 minutes
Solve 3x + 4 = 16.
Hint
Subtract 4 from both sides, then divide by 3.
Answer guide
x = 4.
Core fluency5 minutes
Expand and simplify 6(x + 6) - 6x.
Hint
Multiply every term inside the bracket.
Answer guide
6x + 36 - 6x = 0x + 36.
Application6 minutes
Factorise 9x + 27.
Hint
Take out the common factor 9.
Answer guide
9(x + 3).
Application7 minutes
For f(x) = 5x + 5, find f(10) and solve f(x) = 30.
Hint
Substitute, then solve the equation.
Answer guide
f(10) = 55; x = 5.
Reasoning8 minutes
A sequence starts 2, 10, 18. Find its nth term and 10th term.
Hint
The common difference is 8.
Answer guide
8n + -6; term 10 = 74.
Reasoning9 minutes
Solve 4x + 4 > 20.
Hint
Use equation steps; the coefficient of x is positive.
Answer guide
x > 4.
Exam style10 minutes
Solve x + y = 13, x - y = 1.
Hint
Add the two equations.
Answer guide
x = 7, y = 6.
Exam style12 minutes
A learner writes 3(x + 3) = 3x + 3. Identify and correct the error.
Hint
The outside factor multiplies every term.
Answer guide
3(x + 3) = 3x + 9.
Common mistakes
Confusing f(x) with the product f times x.
Plotting without a scale or key points.
Ignoring domain and model restrictions.
Mastery check
✓I move between formula, table, and graph.
✓I interpret slope, intercepts, and key features.
✓I state domain and relevant restrictions.
Technology and modelling
Chapter homework
Six distinct assignments from core fluency to challenge, each with an estimated time, hint, and answer guide.
Core8 minutes
Homework 1: Solve 6x + 5 = 35.
Hint
Subtract 5 from both sides, then divide by 6.
Answer guide
x = 5.
Core10 minutes
Homework 2: Expand and simplify 9(x + 2) - 2x.
Hint
Multiply every term inside the bracket.
Answer guide
9x + 18 - 2x = 7x + 18.
Stretch12 minutes
Homework 3: Factorise 5x + 20.
Hint
Take out the common factor 5.
Answer guide
5(x + 4).
Stretch15 minutes
Homework 4: For f(x) = 8x + 6, find f(14) and solve f(x) = 54.
Hint
Substitute, then solve the equation.
Answer guide
f(14) = 118; x = 6.
Challenge18 minutes
Homework 5: A sequence starts 3, 7, 11. Find its nth term and 10th term.
Hint
The common difference is 4.
Answer guide
4n + -1; term 10 = 39.
Challenge20 minutes
Homework 6: Solve 7x + 5 > 40.
Hint
Use equation steps; the coefficient of x is positive.
Answer guide
x > 5.
50 minutes / 40 marks
Full chapter test
A timed, full-mark self-assessment with model-answer guidance.
Start the timer when ready, work without notes, show every step, and open model answers only after finishing.
1. Solve 4x + 5 = 25.
2 marks
Answer guide
x = 5.
2. Expand and simplify 7(x + 2) - 2x.
3 marks
Answer guide
7x + 14 - 2x = 5x + 14.
3. Factorise 3x + 12.
3 marks
Answer guide
3(x + 4).
4. For f(x) = 6x + 6, find f(12) and solve f(x) = 42.
4 marks
Answer guide
f(12) = 78; x = 6.
5. A sequence starts 3, 12, 21. Find its nth term and 10th term.
4 marks
Answer guide
9n + -6; term 10 = 84.
6. Solve 5x + 5 > 30.
4 marks
Answer guide
x > 5.
7. Solve x + y = 10, x - y = 6.
5 marks
Answer guide
x = 8, y = 2.
8. A learner writes 4(x + 4) = 4x + 4. Identify and correct the error.
5 marks
Answer guide
4(x + 4) = 4x + 16.
9. Model this: 6 tickets cost x euros each plus a fixed 7 euros. Write the cost and find it for x = 13.
5 marks
Answer guide
C = 6x + 7; C(13) = 85.
10. Represent “Interpreting parameters” as an equation, a graph, and a verbal description of the same model.
5 marks
Answer guide
Example y = 3x + 3: a line with gradient 3, intercept 3, meaning “starts at 3 and rises by 3 per unit”.
Unit
Official sources and verification
Curriculum reference sources. Always confirm the teaching sequence with the school and tutor.