VCE General MathematicsPractice Examination 17

This paper covers

• Data analysis: normal distribution and z-scores, 1.5xIQR outlier testing, least-squares regression with slope/r² interpretation and residuals, seasonal indices and trend-line forecasting
• Recursion and financial modelling: flat-rate vs unit-cost depreciation recurrences, compound interest, reducing-balance loan amortisation on the Finance Solver, perpetuities and annuities
• Matrices: order and matrix products in context, determinant/inverse solution of simultaneous equations, transition matrices with steady state and the rule S(n+1) = T.S(n) + B, Leslie matrix population projection
• Networks and decision mathematics: vertex degree and Euler trails, minimum spanning tree, shortest path, max-flow/min-cut, and project scheduling with float and crashing

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