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How do I solve equations with unknowns in the denominators?

Suppose you have an equation: (2x+3)/(x-4) - (2x-8)/(2x+1) = 1 and you want to solve for x.

Remember that you can only add fractions if they share a common denominator. Also that you can ...

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Answered by Seb G. Maths tutor
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How do you revise for an English Literature exam?

Ah yes, the question which haunted my years of study, particularly during GCSE and A Levels.

At this stage, many exams are ‘open book’ - that is, you can take either a blank or highlighte...

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What is the difference between oxidation and reduction?

In chemistry if a substance is oxidised it loses electrons in a reaction.

If a substance is reduced it gains electrons in a reaction.

A reaction that has both oxidation and ...

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Answered by Thomas C. Chemistry tutor
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How do white blood cells protect us from infection?

Sometimes microorganisms are able to make it past the body's external defences (i.e. the skin) the body's immune system must defend the body.

White blood cells are really important in the...

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Answered by Thomas C. Biology tutor
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How do we regulate body temperature?

Homeostasis, the regulation of stable body conditions, includes control of body temperature. We function efficiently at 37 degrees celsius, as our proteins and enzymes work best at this temperature. 

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Answered by Sophie S. Biology tutor
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