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Given that y = 8x + 2x^-1, find the 2 values for x for which dy/dx = 0

First differentiate y with respect to x, which gives you dy/dx = 8 - 2x^-2. This needs to equal zero so equate to zero. 8-2x^-2 = 0. You can then bring the 2x^-2 to the other side giving 2x^-2=8. Dividing...

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Answered by Rosemary B. Maths tutor
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What is the reflex arc and how does it protect us?

The reflex arc is a pathway that contorls a reflex action. Reflex actions are very fast (milliseconds fast) which can help in dangerous situations. For example, if I touch a hot pan, the reflex would be m...

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Answered by Betsy C. Biology tutor
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What is the electron configuration of a Fluorine atom and a Chlorine atom.

So for GCSE the key to this question is in the periodic table: Note drawing the atoms can be helpful to show the shells. 

F: 2,7

Cl: 2,8,7

Firstlet's look up Flurorine (symbol F in th...

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Answered by Matthew B. Chemistry tutor
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Discussion of a general topic in Spanish

Develop and express ideas in Spanish. Being able to have an everyday conversation . 

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Answered by Míriam F. Spanish tutor
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What is Mitosis? Compare to Meiosis.

Mitosis is the division of diploid (full set of 46 chromosomes)  cells, to form two diploid daughter cells with an identical nature to their parent cells. This occurs throughout the body during cell repla...

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Answered by Benn C. Biology tutor
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