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SM Math Ex1 (P1 Induction (Y12) )

The document outlines various mathematical induction proofs required for Extension 1 HSC exams, detailing specific questions from past years and their marks. It emphasizes the importance of clear structure in solutions and highlights common types of induction questions, such as divisibility and series proofs. Additionally, it notes syllabus changes and common pitfalls students should avoid to improve their performance in this topic area.

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SM Math Ex1 (P1 Induction (Y12) )

The document outlines various mathematical induction proofs required for Extension 1 HSC exams, detailing specific questions from past years and their marks. It emphasizes the importance of clear structure in solutions and highlights common types of induction questions, such as divisibility and series proofs. Additionally, it notes syllabus changes and common pitfalls students should avoid to improve their performance in this topic area.

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Questions

EXTENSION 1 1. Proof, EXT1 P1 2014 HSC 13a


Stage 6  RAP Data (vs state mean) - Bottom 15%: School result (82%) was 2% above state average (80%)

Proof (Ext1) Use mathematical induction to prove that is divisible by 3 for all integers . (3
P1 Induction (Y12) marks)

Teacher: Nicole Bui


Exam Equivalent Time: 78 minutes (based on allocation of 1.5 minutes per mark) 2. Proof, EXT1 P1 2015 HSC 13c
Prove by mathematical induction that for all integers ,

. (3 marks)

3. Proof, EXT1 P1 2018 HSC 13a


Prove by mathematical induction that, for

(3 marks)

HISTORICAL CONTRIBUTION 4. Proof, EXT1 P1 2020 HSC 12a


P1 Proof - Induction has contributed an average of 4.3% per new syllabus Ext1 exam since it was
Use the principle of mathematical induction to show that for all integers ,
introduced in 2020.
. (3 marks)

HSC ANALYSIS - What to expect and common pitfalls


P1 Induction has been a great topic area for students to pick up marks. It is examined every year like 5. Proof, EXT1 P1 2023 HSC 12b
clockwork with a majority of questions coming in at a band 3/4 level of difficulty.
Use mathematical induction to prove that
Efficiency in answering questions requires students to employ a clear and ordered structure to their
solution.
A common induction question type is divisibility, where a series must be proven to be divisible by a given for all integers . (3 marks)

integer. This question type was last examined in 2022 after a 4 year absence and should feature in any
revision.
6. Proof, EXT1 P1 2019 HSC 14a
Sum of a series induction proofs were last examined in 2023, and in each of the years 2018-21. These
questions can take myriad forms and it is recommended specific revision is given to factorial notation Prove by mathematical induction that, for all integers ,
examples within this question type.
. (3 marks)
New syllabus adjustments are important to note here: Inequality Induction has been moved from Ext1 to
the Ext2 course, along with induction where the initial n does not start or increase strictly by 1, proving
results related to probability and calculus, and other more exotic examples. 7. Proof, EXT1 P1 2016 HSC 14a
 Part i: RAP Data (vs state mean) - Bottom 21%: School result (92%) was 3% above state average (89%)

i. Show that can be written as

. (1 marks)

ii. Using the result in part (i), or otherwise, prove by mathematical induction that, for ,

. (3 marks)
8. Proof, EXT1 P1 2007 HSC 4b 17. Proof, EXT1 P1 2010 HSC 7a
Use mathematical induction to prove that is divisible by 12, for all integers . (3 marks) Prove by induction that

9. Proof, EXT1 P1 2008 HSC 3b is divisible by for all integers . (3 marks)

Use mathematical induction to prove that, for integers ,


Copyright © 2004-23 The State of New South Wales (Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards NSW)
. (3 marks)

10. Proof, EXT1 P1 2017 HSC 14a


Prove by mathematical induction that is divisible by 7, for any integer . (3 marks)

11. Proof, EXT1 P1 2021 HSC 12c


Use mathematical induction to prove that

for all integers . (3 marks)

12. Proof, EXT1 P1 2022 HSC 12f


Use mathematical induction to prove that is divisible by 7 for all integers . (3 marks)

13. Proof, EXT1 P1 2024 HSC 12d

Use mathematical induction to prove that is divisible by 7 for all integers . (3 marks)

14. Proof, EXT1 P1 2012 HSC 12a


Use mathematical induction to prove that is divisible by for . (3 marks)

15. Proof, EXT1 P1 2011 HSC 6a


Use mathematical induction to prove that for ,

. (3 marks)

16. Proof, EXT1 P1 SM-Bank 3


Prove by mathematical induction that is divisible by 9 for integral . (3 marks)
Worked Solutions 2. Proof, EXT1 P1 2015 HSC 13c

1. Proof, EXT1 P1 2014 HSC 13a


3. Proof, EXT1 P1 2018 HSC 13a 4. Proof, EXT1 P1 2020 HSC 12a

.
5. Proof, EXT1 P1 2023 HSC 12b 7. Proof, EXT1 P1 2016 HSC 14a

i.

ii.

6. Proof, EXT1 P1 2019 HSC 14a


8. Proof, EXT1 P1 2007 HSC 4b 9. Proof, EXT1 P1 2008 HSC 3b
10. Proof, EXT1 P1 2017 HSC 14a 11. Proof, EXT1 P1 2021 HSC 12c
12. Proof, EXT1 P1 2022 HSC 12f 14. Proof, EXT1 P1 2012 HSC 12a

IMPORTANT: Making or the


subject helps for the substitution
required in the proof for .
Important to state that is an
integer.

13. Proof, EXT1 P1 2024 HSC 12d


15. Proof, EXT1 P1 2011 HSC 6a 16. Proof, EXT1 P1 SM-Bank 3

IMPORTANT: In cases where


substitution doesn’t work, remember
that can be used
to illustrate divisibility as well (Tony
Lantry special).

MARKER’S COMMENT: Write out


the statement to be proven.
Transcription errors, poor setting out
and inefficient algebraic approaches
(factorise whenever possible) were
common errors.

.
17. Proof, EXT1 P1 2010 HSC 7a

♦ Mean mark 51%.


IMPORTANT: Making the subject
helps the substitution in the proof
for . Students must state that
is an integer. NOTE: using
develops
proof for .

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