MATHEMATICS

GRADE 9
NOVEMBER 2024

PAPER 1

EXAMINER: J. VUKANA MODERATOR: [Link]

TOTAL: 75 MARKS
TIME: 1,5 HOURS

NAME OF LEARNER: ____________________________________ GRADE 9: ___

Question number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Total

Total marks 5 12 10 12 15 11 10 75

Learner marks

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This question paper consists of 11 pages and 7 questions.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Section A consists of 5 multiple choice questions, answer the questions on the answer sheet

provided.

2. Section B and C questions must be answered in the space provided on this paper.

3. Clearly show all calculations.

4. Calculators are allowed.

5. If necessary, round answers off to 2 decimal places, unless stated otherwise.

6. Diagrams are not necessarily drawn to scale.

7. It is in your best interest to write neatly and legibly.

8. Answers only will not necessarily be awarded full marks.

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SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
Choose the correct answer. Circle the letter of the correct answer on the ANSWER SHEET
provided on page 4. If you want to change your choice, put a cross through the wrong letter and
circle your new choice.

1.1. The following numbers are provided:

3 0 𝜋
√−1 ; √−1 ; ;
√5 0

Which number is undefined ?

3
A) √−1
B) √−1
0
C)
√5
𝜋
D) (1)
0

1.2. The √784 using prime factorisation is:

A) 24 × 72
B) 22 × 71
C) 21 × 23 × 72
D) 21 × 72 (1)

1.3. Calculate :
3 1
√818 × ( 810 )−2

A) 0
B) 1
C) 8
D) 811 (1)

1.4. The following pattern is formed using matchsticks:

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How many matchsticks will be used to make pattern 6 ?

A) 17
B) 18
C) 15
D) 13 (1)

1.5. Factorize:

2𝑝2 − 2

A) (2𝑝 + 1)(2𝑝 − 1)
B) (𝑝 + 2)(𝑝 − 2)
C) 2(𝑝 + 2)(𝑝 − 2)
D) 2(𝑝 + 1)(𝑝 − 1) (1)

[TOTAL: 5]

ANSWER SHEET

CIRCLE YOUR ANSWERS FROM SECTION A IN THE GRID BELOW AS SHOWN IN THE
EXAMPLE:

Example: A B C D

1.1. A B C D

1.2. A B C D

1.3. A B C D

1.4. A B C D

1.5. A B C D

Subtotal Question 1= [5×1]

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SECTION B: NUMBERS, OPERATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

QUESTION 2: WHOLE NUMBERS

2.1 Write 60 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑠 ∶ 4 𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑠 in the simplest form.

2.1
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2.2 A motorist covers a distance of 360 𝑘𝑚 in exactly 4 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠. If the motorist had to drive
2
at 3 his original speed. How much longer would it take him to complete the same trip?

2.2

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2.3 Andrew and Zinzi are arguing about investing money that they received for Christmas.

They each received 𝑅1750.

• Andrew invests his money at AB Bank for 3 𝑦𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑠 at a compound interest rate of
14% 𝑝𝑒𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑢𝑚.
• Zinzi invests her money at BC Bank, earning 15% simple interest per annum

over a period of 2 𝑦𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑠.

FORMULAE: 𝐴 = 𝑃(1 + 𝑖 × 𝑛) 𝐴 = 𝑃(1 + 𝑖)𝑛

Using calculations to support your answer, indicate why Andrew’s investment is the
better option.

2.3

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[TOTAL: 12]
QUESTION 3: INTEGERS AND EXPONENTS

3.1 State whether each of the following statements is true or false.

3.1.1 3
−80 + √1 = 0 (1)
1
3.1.2 (2)−2 = (1)
−4

3.2 Simplify the following. Show all your calculations.

3.2.1 (−11) + 3(−1)
3.2.1
(2)
.
3.2.2 √4 × 9 + 82

3.2. 2
(2)

3 1
3.2.3 √−8 − √(− 6 )2 − (2)−3

3.2.3

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[TOTAL:10]

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SECTION C: PATTERNS, FUNCTIONS AND ALGEBRA

QUESTION 4: NUMERIC AND GEOMETRIC PATTERNS AND FUNCTIONS AND

RELATIONSHIPS

4.1 The pattern below is made using squares. Study the pattern and then answer the questions
that follow.

4.1.1 Determine the general term or rule to calculate the number of squares in each
figure.
4.1.1

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4.1.2 How many squares will figure 14 have?

4.1.2

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4.1.3 Which figure will be made up of 129 squares?

4.1.3

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4.2 The following equation is provided:

𝑦 = −8𝑥 + 6
Determine the output values corresponding to the input values of 𝑥 in the
set {−3; 0 ; 3}.

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4.2.

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4.3 The table below shows the relationship of the number of hours worked by Sam
and Andrew.

Represent the relationship in the table as an algebraic equation.

4.3 (2)

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QUESTION 5 : ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS

5.1 The following algebraic expression is provided:

𝑥−1
− 2𝑦 2 + 3
4
State whether each of the following statements is true or false.

5.1.1 The expression consists of 3 terms.

5.1.2 The coefficient of 𝑦 2 is 2.

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5.2 Simplify the following expressions:

5.2.1 2(3𝑥 − 5𝑥) + 4(−3𝑦)

5.2.1

(3)

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15𝑥 2 𝑦 3 + 9𝑥 2 𝑦 3 − 6𝑥 2 𝑦 3
5.2.2
3𝑥 2 𝑦 3

5.2.2

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5.3 Fully factorize the following expressions:

5.3.1 3𝑎𝑏 − 6𝑎 + 12𝑏
5.3.1

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5.3.2 𝑥 2 + 6𝑥 − 7
5.3.2

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5.4 Determine the value of (𝒙 + 𝟖)𝟐 − 𝒙𝟐 if 𝒙 = −𝟐

5.4

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[TOTAL:15]

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QUESTION 6: ALGEBRAIC EQUATIONS
6.1 Solve for 𝑥 in the given equations:
6.1.1 2𝑥+1 = 16

6.1.1

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6.1.2 (𝑥 − 4)(𝑥 + 8 ) = 0
6.1.2

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6.1.3 4(𝑥 − 3) = 9(3 − 𝑥)

6.1.3

(4)

2𝑥−5
6.1.4 = 1
3

6.1.4

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[TOTAL:11]

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QUESTION 7: GRAPHS
7.1 The points 𝐴(−2 ; 3), 𝐵(0 ; 2) and 𝐶(4 ; 0) are given.

7.1.1 Plot the points 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 on the grid provided. Draw a straight line through the points

𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶.

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7.1.2 Calculate the gradient of the straight line through points A, B and C.
7.1.2

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7.1.3 Determine the equation of the straight line in the form: 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑐.

7.1.3

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7.1.4 Write down the equation of the straight line that is drawn parallel
to the straight line in question 7.1.3 and is translated 4 units down.
7.1.4

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[TOTAL:10]
GRAND TOTAL: 75

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