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How do you expand brackets? eg. (2x+3)(3x+4)

Use the FOIL method for: (2x+3)(3x+4) F irst e.g. multiply first two numbers (2x and 3x) O utside e.g. 2x and 4 I nside e.g. 3 and 3x L ast e.g. 3 and 4
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Solve this simultaneous equation: 5x+6y=3 and 2x-3y=12.

Firstly, I will provide a mark scheme and then a full explanation underneath. 5x+6y=3. (1) 2x-3y=12. (2). (5x+6y=3)+(2(2x-3y=12)). (5x+6y=12)+ (4x-6y=24). 9x=27. x=3. Put x is (1) 5(3)+6y=3=15+6y=3. 6y=-12. ...
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solve this equation: 4(x-5)=x+7

Firstly, I will provide a 'mark scheme' type answer. Then there is a full explanation available underneath. 4 (x-5)=x+7. 4x-20=x+7. 3x=27. x=9. A full explanation: 4(x-5)=x+7 (expand the equation on the left...
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How do I find the equation of a line that is perpendicular to another line?

Okay so let's say that the equation of the line you are given is y=2x+3 and you are told this new line must pass through the coordinates (2,4). The first thing we need to do is check we understand every bit ...
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The main method of investigation in Psychology is conducting experiments. Outline one advantage and one disadvantage of this method.

Advantage: Experiments allow you to control variables which affect the dependent variable, so that it is easier to ensure that observed effects are caused by the independent variable, rather than any extrane...
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