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When given an equation with both letters and numbers on each side of the equals sign, for instance 4x +3 = 5x - 3, how do you know what to do first?

With equations like this the most important thing is that you end up with all the numbers on one hand side and all the letters on the other side. People often think there is a 'right' and 'wrong' order to...

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Answered by Sophie K. Maths tutor
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Solve these simultaneous equations: 2x + y = 7, and 3x - y = 8. Do so by 1) Eliminating an Unknown and 2) Substitution.

  1. The number 'in front of' an unknown is called the Coefficient. When eliminating an unknown, look to see whether the coefficients of x are the same in both equations, or if the coefficients of y are ...
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Answered by Ellie H. Maths tutor
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Why protons held together in the nucleus?

Alike atoms, protons are also made of smaller particles - mesons. When protons are at very close distance mesons are bonded together by the Strong Nuclear Force, which is stronger than the Electric Force,...

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Answered by Eugeniu D. Physics tutor
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What is the difference between plastic and elastic collision?

An elastic collision is a collision where objects will bounce after they hit each other. For example balls in a pool game bounce after heating each other. For an elastic collision, Mechanical Energy Kinet...

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Answered by Eugeniu D. Physics tutor
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How do I know when to use le passé simple or l'imparfait ?

In French, both le passé simple and l'imparfait are used for past situations. However, they are not used the same way.

Le passé simple is used for short, sudden actions such as :

"Out o...

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Answered by Lou A. French tutor
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