GCSE Maths
GCSE Maths Graphs of y = ax^n Exam Questions
Free GCSE Maths exam questions on Graphs of y = ax^n, with full model answers. Covers power graphs and their shapes.
Graphs of y = ax^n 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 GCSE Maths Graphs of y = ax^n
Graphs of y = ax^n is a Grade 7+ GCSE Maths topic, so it mostly comes up on Higher tier papers. These questions suit Cambridge IGCSE. Work through the pack without notes, then mark every answer against the model answers and redo any you got wrong a few days later.
What you need to know
- Shapes Quadratic, cubic and reciprocal shapes.
- Coefficient a stretches or reflects.
- Matching Identify graphs by features.
Common mistakes in Graphs of y = ax^n
- Mixing reciprocal and cubic.
- Wrong reflections.
Try two Graphs of y = ax^n exam-style questions
1. What does a negative a do to y = ax²? (1 mark)
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Reflects it in the x-axis
2. Which graph has an asymptote? (1 mark)
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The reciprocal graph
Graphs of y = ax^n FAQs
Which exam boards include Graphs of y = ax^n?
These questions suit Cambridge IGCSE.
What grade is Graphs of y = ax^n in GCSE Maths?
It is a Grade 7+ topic, so it mostly appears on Higher tier papers.
How should I use these Graphs of y = ax^n questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each answer against the model answers and redo the ones you got wrong.
