Kerosene
2 marks · EasyA small heater uses 3.6 litres of kerosene every 6 days.
(a)[1 mark]
Calculate the average amount of kerosene used per day by the heater.
(b)[1 mark]
Name one typical use for kerosene in transport.
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(a) 0.6 litres per day
(b) fuel for jet aircraft
Common mistakes: multiplying instead of dividing
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Marking points
M1 (a) · 1 mark · Correctly calculates average (3.6 ÷ 6 = 0.6 litres per day)
B1 (b) · 1 mark · Correct transport use stated (e.g., jet aircraft fuel)
Worked solution
(a) 3.6 litres ÷ 6 days = 0.6 litres per day
(b) Fuel for jet aircraft