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The curve C has equation y=3x^3-11x+1/2. The point P has coordinates (1, 3) and lies on C . Find the equation of the tangent to C at P.

In order to find the gradient of a tangent to the curve C we must differentiate our equation for C.dy/dx= 9x2-11To find the gradient of a tangent at a specific point P we substitute the coordin...

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Answered by Chloe W. Maths tutor
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Naoby invests £6000 for 5 years. The investment gets compound interest of x% per annum. At the end of 5 years the investment is worth £8029.35 Work out the value of x.

The answer to the question can take a backwards approach. i.e. in order for you to make £8029.35 in 5 years from £6000, what does the yearly interest need to be.Since the interest is compounded, the yearl...

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Answered by Arlind L. Maths tutor
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Explain how a rise in blood pressure results in a decrease in the rate of heartbeat.

Baroreceptors detect the rise in blood pressure in the aorta, they send impulses to the cardiovascular centre. Then, impulses are sent via parasympathetic nerves to the SAN. This triggers the release of A...

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How do I solve a simultaneous equation?

In a simultaneous equation, you have tow unknown constants. For example: 2x + y = 18; x − y = 6. To find out the values of each, you first need to find one. You do this by getting one constant on its own ...

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Answered by Nat L. Maths tutor
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How do you say 'the best/worst/funniest/scariest thing is...'

In your Spanish GCSE written and oral exams, you will be asked for your opinion. One of the most popular ways to do this is to say 'the best/worst/funniest/scariest thing is...'There is a specific way to ...

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Answered by Gabrielle H. Spanish tutor
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