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When do I use a cosine rule over a sine rule?

Both the sine and the consine rule applies to any triangle, you do not necessary need a right angle! 

You can usually use the cosine rule when you are given two sides and the included ang...

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Answered by Jessica F. Maths tutor
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What are the differences between arithmetic and geometric sequences?

An arithmetic sequence has a constant difference between each term.
For example: 2,4,6,8,10,12,…
We can see clearly that all the terms differ by +2.
We call this the common difference...

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Answered by Ryan J. Maths tutor
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How do I factorise x^2 + 8x + 15?

Factorising is the process of putting brackets into an equation. Ideally the end equation should be as simple as possible, with the smallest numbers possible.

The first step is to find th...

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Answered by Chloe B. Maths tutor
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How do I expand and simplify linear equations?

Let's take the example: 3(x + 2) + 2(x - 1)

Start with the first part: 3(x + 2)

We have to multiply what is outside of the bracket with the indivi...

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Answered by Alexis O. Maths tutor
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What is the difference between a gene, a chromosome and DNA?

Genes, chromosomes and DNA are three vital components of cells and many students often confuse them with each other.

DNA stands for Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid. DNA molecule...

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Answered by Emily H. Biology tutor
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