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Nov 2015 p11 q11
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The diagram shows part of the curve \(y = (1 + 4x)^{\frac{1}{2}}\) and a point \(P(6, 5)\) lying on the curve. The line \(PQ\) intersects the \(x\)-axis at \(Q(8, 0)\).

(i) Show that \(PQ\) is a normal to the curve. [5]

(ii) Find, showing all necessary working, the exact volume of revolution obtained when the shaded region is rotated through \(360^\circ\) about the \(x\)-axis. [7]

[In part (ii) you may find it useful to apply the fact that the volume, \(V\), of a cone of base radius \(r\) and vertical height \(h\), is given by \(V = \frac{1}{3} \pi r^2 h\).]

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