Formulas in Real-World Contexts
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Formulas in Real-World Contexts — Free MYP1 Mathematics Practice Questions

1QuestionApplying the Speed Distance Time FormulaConcept Practice
2 marks~3 minCriterion D
A family is driving 120 km to visit relatives. Their average speed is 60 km/h.
a
Identify the formula they would use to find the travel time. [1]
b
Describe one reason why the actual travel time might be longer than the calculated time. [1]
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2QuestionApplying the Speed Distance Time FormulaConcept Practice
2 marks~3 minCriterion A
A car travels from point A to point B, a distance of 60 km, at a speed of 30 km/h.

Using the formula

time=distancespeed,\text{time} = \frac{\text{distance}}{\text{speed}},

calculate the time taken for the journey. Give your answer in hours. [2]
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3QuestionApplying the Speed Distance Time FormulaConcept Practice
2 marks~3 minCriterion B
A car travels at a constant speed. The table below shows how far it goes each hour.

Time (hours)1234
Distance (km)5101520
a
Identify the pattern in the table. [1]
b
Calculate the distance the car travels in 6 hours. [1]

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4QuestionInterpreting and Rewriting Real-Life FormulasConcept Practice
2 marks~3 minCriterion C
The formula for the perimeter of a rectangle is P=2l+2wP = 2l + 2w.
a
Identify what PP represents in this formula. [1]
b
Describe in one sentence what 2l+2w2l + 2w tells you about the rectangle. [1]

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