Modelling with Functions (Edexcel A-Level Mathematics): Flashcards
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What is the first step in modelling with functions?
What is the first step in modelling with functions?
Understand the problem and identify the variables.
What equation shows direct proportionality?
What equation shows direct proportionality?
, where is a constant.
Which function is suitable for acceleration situations?
Which function is suitable for acceleration situations?
Quadratic functions: .
When are exponential functions used in modelling?
When are exponential functions used in modelling?
For growth and decay scenarios.
What is the purpose of a logarithmic function in math?
What is the purpose of a logarithmic function in math?
To solve exponential equations and model growth/decay.
What is the formula for a profit function?
What is the formula for a profit function?
Profit = Revenue - Cost, where values are defined.
What does breaking even mean in a profit model?
What does breaking even mean in a profit model?
Profit , indicating no loss or gain.
How many units must be sold to break even at ?
How many units must be sold to break even at ?
Solve for .
What should you do after obtaining results from a model?
What should you do after obtaining results from a model?
Interpret results in the context of the original problem.
Time to fill pool at ?
Time to fill pool at ?
minutes to fill the pool completely.
