OPM1501
EXAM PACK
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THIS MODULE +27 67 171 1739
,UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
Oct/Nov 2024
OPM1501
Orientation to Intermediate Phase Mathematics
100 Marks
Duration: 3 Hours, 30 Minutes
EXAMINERS:
FIRST: Dr C Niranjan
SECOND: Mr AS Zondo
This question paper consists of 8 pages, including Annexure A.
Instructions:
1. Scan or enter the QR code (96375306) before you start the exam. (See page 2).
2. Please include your student number on your exam answer script.
3. Answer ALL questions
4. If necessary, round off your answers to TWO decimal places unless stated otherwise.
5. Clearly show ALL calculations, diagrams, graphs et cetera that you have used in determining
your answers.
6. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in the question paper.
7. If not typed, write neatly and legibly.
8. You are required to provide in-text citations and references when you include the
scholarly work of other authors.
9. See Annexure A on page 8 for information on how to submit your answer file.
, OPM1501
Date: 18 October 2024
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DAY OF ASSESSMENT:
Ensure you are connected to the internet in order to log into the Invigilator App and YOUR EXAM QR CODE & EXAM
scan this QR code. ACCESS CODE
If you encounter difficulty in scanning the QR code, you can alternatively enter the
Exam Access Code below the QR code to start the invigilation.
If you finish your assessment before the app timer has run out you need to press the
‘Finish Assessment’ button and follow instructions before you exit or minimise the app.
Scan the QR code at the start time of the assessment, unless otherwise specified by
your institution, note that you can only scan this QR code once.
The Invigilator App may request you to take photos of your examination script after the
assessment. Please follow the instructions on the app and take note that your
Exam Access Code: 96375306
academic institution may still require you to submit your script on the relevant portal.
The QR code is only scannable for a limited time and it should therefore be
scanned as soon as possible after the assessment commencement time.
Keep the Invigilator App open on your smartphone for the full duration of the assessment. You are not allowed to minimise or leave the
app during your assessment.
You must adhere to the assessment time limit communicated to you by your institution. The timer displayed in the Invigilator may vary
depending on the start time of invigilation.
FURTHER GUIDANCE
If you only have one device you may access your assessment in the application by pressing the ‘Access Browser’ button in the top right
corner of your app.
Once the QR code is scanned, ensure your media volume is turned up and place your smartphone next to you.
The Invigilator App will notify you with a notification beep when you are required to action a photo request, which you should then
perform as soon as possible.
We recommend that you keep your smartphone on charge for the duration of the assessment.
Ensure you are connected to the internet when commencing invigilation. You also need to be connected to the internet at the end of the
assessment in order to upload the app data.
If your assessment has multiple online sections, tests or attempts, you should NOT finish the invigilation until your entire assessment
has been completed.
Should you encounter any technical difficulty, please WhatsApp The Invigilator Helpdesk on +27 (0)73 505 8273
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, OPM1501
Oct/Nov 2024
Question 1
1.1 Complete the following function machines so that the inputs give the correct outputs.
a) 8 ….. 72 (2)
b) 270 ….. 210 (2)
c) 135 …. 5 (2)
..
d) 170 +…. 90 (3)
..
[09]
Question 2
2.1. Copy and complete the table below by describing how you decided whether the set
of number sets in the preceding column is a pattern or not:
Number set Pattern or not, a Description
pattern
7; 8; 10; 12; 14; … a) (2) b) (2)
14; 28; 34; 41; 48; … c) (2) d) (2)
8; 16; 24; 48; … e) (2) f) (2)
2.2. Illustrate the following numbers using base 10 blocks:
a) 541 (2)
b) 106 (2)
c) 12 (2)
2.3. Test the following number for divisibility by 5, 6 and 11. Give a clear explanation.
(Do not divide or factorise).
68 979 (4)
2.4. Use Dienes blocks to illustrate the following operations:
a) 135 + 57 (2)
b) 2 385 + 108 (2)
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EXAM PACK
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THIS MODULE +27 67 171 1739
,UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
Oct/Nov 2024
OPM1501
Orientation to Intermediate Phase Mathematics
100 Marks
Duration: 3 Hours, 30 Minutes
EXAMINERS:
FIRST: Dr C Niranjan
SECOND: Mr AS Zondo
This question paper consists of 8 pages, including Annexure A.
Instructions:
1. Scan or enter the QR code (96375306) before you start the exam. (See page 2).
2. Please include your student number on your exam answer script.
3. Answer ALL questions
4. If necessary, round off your answers to TWO decimal places unless stated otherwise.
5. Clearly show ALL calculations, diagrams, graphs et cetera that you have used in determining
your answers.
6. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in the question paper.
7. If not typed, write neatly and legibly.
8. You are required to provide in-text citations and references when you include the
scholarly work of other authors.
9. See Annexure A on page 8 for information on how to submit your answer file.
, OPM1501
Date: 18 October 2024
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DAY OF ASSESSMENT:
Ensure you are connected to the internet in order to log into the Invigilator App and YOUR EXAM QR CODE & EXAM
scan this QR code. ACCESS CODE
If you encounter difficulty in scanning the QR code, you can alternatively enter the
Exam Access Code below the QR code to start the invigilation.
If you finish your assessment before the app timer has run out you need to press the
‘Finish Assessment’ button and follow instructions before you exit or minimise the app.
Scan the QR code at the start time of the assessment, unless otherwise specified by
your institution, note that you can only scan this QR code once.
The Invigilator App may request you to take photos of your examination script after the
assessment. Please follow the instructions on the app and take note that your
Exam Access Code: 96375306
academic institution may still require you to submit your script on the relevant portal.
The QR code is only scannable for a limited time and it should therefore be
scanned as soon as possible after the assessment commencement time.
Keep the Invigilator App open on your smartphone for the full duration of the assessment. You are not allowed to minimise or leave the
app during your assessment.
You must adhere to the assessment time limit communicated to you by your institution. The timer displayed in the Invigilator may vary
depending on the start time of invigilation.
FURTHER GUIDANCE
If you only have one device you may access your assessment in the application by pressing the ‘Access Browser’ button in the top right
corner of your app.
Once the QR code is scanned, ensure your media volume is turned up and place your smartphone next to you.
The Invigilator App will notify you with a notification beep when you are required to action a photo request, which you should then
perform as soon as possible.
We recommend that you keep your smartphone on charge for the duration of the assessment.
Ensure you are connected to the internet when commencing invigilation. You also need to be connected to the internet at the end of the
assessment in order to upload the app data.
If your assessment has multiple online sections, tests or attempts, you should NOT finish the invigilation until your entire assessment
has been completed.
Should you encounter any technical difficulty, please WhatsApp The Invigilator Helpdesk on +27 (0)73 505 8273
Page 2 of 8
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov 2024
Question 1
1.1 Complete the following function machines so that the inputs give the correct outputs.
a) 8 ….. 72 (2)
b) 270 ….. 210 (2)
c) 135 …. 5 (2)
..
d) 170 +…. 90 (3)
..
[09]
Question 2
2.1. Copy and complete the table below by describing how you decided whether the set
of number sets in the preceding column is a pattern or not:
Number set Pattern or not, a Description
pattern
7; 8; 10; 12; 14; … a) (2) b) (2)
14; 28; 34; 41; 48; … c) (2) d) (2)
8; 16; 24; 48; … e) (2) f) (2)
2.2. Illustrate the following numbers using base 10 blocks:
a) 541 (2)
b) 106 (2)
c) 12 (2)
2.3. Test the following number for divisibility by 5, 6 and 11. Give a clear explanation.
(Do not divide or factorise).
68 979 (4)
2.4. Use Dienes blocks to illustrate the following operations:
a) 135 + 57 (2)
b) 2 385 + 108 (2)
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