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Differentiate y=(5x^4)cos(2x)

Using chain and product rule.dy/dx=(20x^3)cos(2x) - (10x^4)sin(2x)

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Answered by Maximillian S. Maths tutor
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A matrix M has eigenvectors (3,1,0) (2,8,2) (1,1,6) with corresponding eigenvalues 1, 6, 2 respectively. Write an invertible matrix P and diagonal matrix D such that M=PD(P^-1), hence calculate M^5.

Without even knowing M, the candidate can calculate M^5. This will follow from the fact that P is the matrix consisting of the eigenvectors of M as columns, and D will have the eigenvalues (in matching co...

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Answered by Cameron B. Maths tutor
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A smooth 4g marble is held at rest on a smooth plane which is fixed at 30 degrees to a horizontal table. The marble is released from rest - what speed is the marble travelling at 5 seconds after being released? Let g = 9.8ms^2

This question involves forces and kinematics. First begin by drawing the situation and identifying the forces acting on the marble. The weight of the marble acts vertically downwards and is equal to the m...

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Answered by Maya R. Maths tutor
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How do I write about context effectively?

Context, as an essential part of the A-level marking criteria, is an often overlooked element. It is not only important to remember that each piece of literature was created within and influenced by its o...

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To what extent was the practice of consensus politics undermined during the period of the Thatcher governments?

The election of Margaret Thatcher in 1979 is often viewed as the beginning of the end for the post-war consensus that had developed in Britain. The post-war period of 'consensus' was defined by a paternal...

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