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Solve x^2 - 3x - 10 = 0 for x by a) factorising and b) the quadratic equation. Then draw a graph of the function, marking when it touches each of the axes.

a) We factorise to find 2 numbers a and b in (x + a)(x + b) such that a + b = -3 and whose product is -10 (ab = -10). (x + 2)(x - 5) = 0 -> x = 5 or -2b) This is a direct application of the quadratic f...

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What is the difference between verbs "ser" and "estar"?

Because both verbs can be translated to "to be<" in English, distinguishing them can be particularly difficult for students. The verb "ser" is used to describe permanent/unchangeabl...

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Expand and simplify the following equation: 3(2a+2) + 4(b+4)

This problem is best split into two parts either side of the '+' sign seen as they are independent of each other, so the first part: 3(2a+2), as the 3 is outside of the bracket we have to multiply everyth...

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What is a reflex arc?

The three different types, sensory, relay and motor neurons can all be used in a reflex arc; a relay neuron is not always necessary but often is included. It is easiest to remember them in that order as t...

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List the first 4 halogens as they appear in the periodic table as they appear. What does your answer suggest about their relative reactivity?

Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine, IodineIf you write the electronic structure to start, F = 2,7, Cl = 2, 8, 7, Br = 2, 8, 8, 7, I = 2, 8, 8, 8, 7. This shows that they all have 7 outer electrons so we can tell...

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