Official papers

Official 2023 Paper 1 · Q15

Paper 1TrigonometryFunctions & graphs

The difference between the maximum and minimum values of the function f(x)=acos⁡xf(x)=a^{\cos x}, where a>0a>0 and xx is real, is 3.

Find the sum of the possible values of aa.

A00
B32\frac32
C52\frac52
D33
E10\sqrt{10}
F13\sqrt{13}

Read the questions freely. Sign in to check your answer, see the worked solution and save your progress.