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Solve the equation for x: 3x^2 -5 = 22

x =3 or x= -3

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Answered by Rachel M. Maths tutor
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GCSE: I don't understand how to rationalise denominators

First, I would make sure the pupil understands why rationalising fractions is necessary. Then I would acquaint them with the relevant vocabulary so they can express their thought process better...

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Answered by Cora A. Maths tutor
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How to do add or subtraction fractions?

A fraction a/b consists of a numerator (the part above the bar, a in this example) and a denominator (the part below the bar, b here). In order to add or subtract fractions, we need to make sure the denom...

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Answered by Michelle L. Maths tutor
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A rectangle has an area of 20 cm^2.  Its length and width are enlarged by scale factor 3.  Find the area of the enlarged rectangle.

Area Scale Factor = (Scale Factor)2

If the scale factor is 3 then:

ASF = 32

ASF = 9

Area of enlarged rectangle = 20x9

Area of enlarged rectangle = ...

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Answered by Melanie U. Maths tutor
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Rearrange the formula: m = 2ab/4c+b to make b the subject

m = 2ab/4c+b [times both sides by (4c+b)]

m(4c+b) = 2ab (expand the bracket)

4cm+bm = 2ab (take away bm from both sides)

4cm = 2ab - bm (take out b as the common factor)

4cm = ...

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Answered by Melanie U. Maths tutor
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