AQA Level 2 Further Maths
AQA Level 2 Further Maths Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points Exam Questions
Free AQA Level 2 Further Maths exam questions on Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points, with full model answers. Covers differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points.
Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points exam questions
1 question pack of real past exam questions with its mark scheme. Answer every question without notes, then mark your answers line by line against the mark scheme.
About AQA Level 2 Further Maths Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points
Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points is a Grade 9+ topic in AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Maths (8365). It builds on Higher GCSE Maths and leads into A Level. Answer the pack without notes, then mark every line against the model answers.
What you need to know
- Stationary points Set dy/dx = 0.
- Nature Second derivative test.
- Coordinates Substitute back for y.
Common mistakes in Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points
- Not finding y.
- Wrong nature from the second derivative.
Try two Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points exam-style questions
1. Find the stationary point of y = x² − 6x + 1. (2 marks)
Show the mark scheme answer
(3, −8)
2. Is it a maximum or minimum? (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
Minimum
Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points FAQs
Is Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points in AQA Level 2 Further Maths?
Yes, it is part of the AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Maths (8365).
What grade is Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points?
It is aimed at Grade 9 and above.
How should I use these Differentiation: Maxima and Minima Points questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each line against the model answers.
