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Solve the equation 4x + 2 = -5x + 20

Algebra is the enemy of many a student, but I'm here to show you that this (and many more concepts in maths!) really aren't that bad. 

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Answered by Ben J. Maths tutor
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How do I know when a quadratic function crosses the y-axis?

The key thing to remember here is that the y-axis is a straight line and all of the points that lie on it have the x-value of 0. This means that the curve crosses the y-axis when x=0 so you can substitute...

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Answered by Scott R. Maths tutor
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The first three terms of a sequence are a, b, c. The term-to-term rule of the sequence is 'Multiply by 2 and subtract 4'. Show that c = 4(a – 3).

As the answer is given in the question, it's really important that you lay out your working carefully to give a convincing account as to how you got from the question to the answer. 
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Answered by Robin B. Maths tutor
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What is a good way to remember the sine, cosine and tangent rules of a triangle?

If you are trying to find the sine of an angle, remember: SOH

The sine of an angle (S)= the length of the opposite side (O) / the length of the hypotenuse (H)

If you are try...

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Answered by Hannah W. Maths tutor
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Share £650 in the ratio 8:5

Begin by adding the 2 ratio parts (i.e. the numbers which make up the ratio) so 8+5 = 13.

Then divide the total sum by the sum of the ratio parts. Thus £650/13 = £50.

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Answered by Harry V. Maths tutor
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