This is the N3 Mathematics written in the August 2021 exams. The paper counts 100 marks and learners had 3 hours to finish it. It has 6 questions covering algebra, equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, euclidean geometry and analytical geometry. Below you can download the question paper and question paper (Afrikaans) as free PDFs.
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N3 Mathematics August 2021 Question Paper
N3 Mathematics question paper, Aug 2021. Download the PDF and practise under exam conditions, then use the matching memo.
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N3 Mathematics question paper, Aug 2021. Download the PDF and practise under exam conditions, then use the matching memo.
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N3 Mathematics August 2021 Question Paper (Afrikaans)
N3 Mathematics question paper, Aug 2021. Download the PDF in Afrikaans and practise under exam conditions, then use the matching memo.
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What is in this paper
6 questions, 100 marks in total. Marks per question are taken from the paper itself.
- Q1 Algebra, equations and inequalities 1.1 Factorise the following as far as possible in prime factors: 15 marks
- Q2 Algebra, equations and inequalities 2.1 Solve for x in the following equations: 11 marks
- Q3 Algebra, equations and inequalities 3.1 The lengths of two adjacent sides of a rectangle are in the ratio 3:1 and the diagonal 12 marks
- Q4 Analytical geometry A (a; b), B (-2; -3) and C (9; -2) are the vertices of triangle ABC. AB is parallel to DF, while 18 marks
- Q5 Functions and graphs 5.1 Given the function defined by y = 4x2 +3x. 25 marks
- Q6 Euclidean geometry 6.1 Make use of trigonometric identities to prove that: 19 marks
Marks per topic
- Algebra, equations and inequalities38 marks
- Functions and graphs25 marks
- Euclidean geometry19 marks
- Analytical geometry18 marks
Instructions to candidates
- Answer all the questions.
- Read all the questions carefully.
- Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
- Questions may be answered in any order, but sub-questions must remain together.
- Show all calculations and intermediary steps.
- Do all graph work in the ANSWER BOOK, NOT on graph paper.
- Round all final answers off to THREE decimal places.
- Diagrams are not drawn to scale.
- Use only a black or blue pen.
- Write neatly and legibly. (16030143) -3-
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How many marks is the Maths N3 August 2021?
The paper is out of 100 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.
Is there a memo for the Maths N3 August 2021?
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Which topics carry the most marks in this paper?
Algebra, equations and inequalities (38 marks), functions and graphs (25 marks) and euclidean geometry (19 marks).