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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics practice

exam practice - Identify, draw, and analyze graphs of various functions including linear, quadratic, cubic, reciprocal, and exponential functions. This includes understanding turning points, roots, and symmetry, as well as recognizing vertical and horizontal asymptotes. You should be able to find turning points of quadratic functions by completing the square. - Sketching curves

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Sketching curves

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Graph features of a reciprocal function

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Reciprocal Function Graph

The function y = 1/(x - 3) is given.

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    State the equations of the vertical and horizontal asymptotes.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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Paper 2Core or Extended Mathematics3 marks

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Quadratic Function Graph

Consider the quadratic function y = x^2 - 4x + 3.

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    Calculate the coordinates of the turning point by completing the square.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

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