Waec Further Mathematics 2008 Past Questions and Answers

Question 26:

• WAEC 2008

The probability of Jide, Atu and Obu solving a given problem are \(\frac{1}{12}\), \(\frac{1}{6}\) and \(\frac{1}{8}\) respectively. Calculate the probability that only one solves the problem.

A. \(\frac{1}{576}\)
B. \(\frac{55}{576}\)
C. \(\frac{77}{576}\)
D. \(\frac{167}{576}\)

Question 27:

• WAEC 2008

Two forces \(F_{1} = (10N, 020°)\) and \(F_{2} = (7N, 200°)\) act on a particle. Find the resultant force.

A. (3 N, 020°)
B. (3 N, 200°)
C. (17 N, 020°)
D. (17 N, 200°)

Question 28:

• WAEC 2008

Marks	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
No of students	5	7	9	6	3	6	4

The table above shows the distribution of marks by some candidates in a test. What is the median score?

A. 3.5
B. 4.0
C. 4.5
D. 5.0

Question 29:

• WAEC 2008

Marks	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
No of students	5	7	9	6	3	6	4

The table above shows the distribution of marks by some candidates in a test. Find, correct to one decimal place, the mean of the distribution.

A. 5.5
B. 5.3
C. 5.2
D. 4.7

Question 30:

• WAEC 2008

Marks	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
No of students	5	7	9	6	3	6	4

The table above shows the distribution of marks by some candidates in a test. If a student is selected at random, what is the probability that she scored at least 6 marks?

A. \(\frac{3}{40}\)
B. \(\frac{1}{4}\)
C. \(\frac{13}{40}\)
D. \(\frac{27}{40}\)