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If the equation of a curve is x^2 + 9x + 8 = y, then differentiate it.

First we must establish how to differentiate terms individually. This is done by using the simple method of multiplying the X by the power, and subtracting one away from the power. To make it easier we will ...
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Why should the government consider the price elasticity of demand when imposing tax on goods?

The price elasticity of demand tells you how sensitive consumers are to a change in the price of a good. Therefore the more sensitive (elastic) the demand is, the more the tax will effect the demand. So, if ...
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Expand and simplify: (2x+3)(x-8)

For this kind of question, the FOIL method can be used. You start by multiplying the FIRST aspects of both brackets, in this case giving 2x². Then you do the same with the OUTERS, the last elements in each b...
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What is homeostasis and why is it important? Give an example of a body condition that must be controlled and how.

In order to remember the definition of homeostasis it is useful to memorise the mnemonic ‘MACIE’; the Maintenance of A Constant Internal Environment. Conditions in the body must be constantly controlled beca...
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Why can graphite conduct electricity but not diamond?

In graphite, each carbon atom is covalently bonded to three other carbon atoms. One of the four outer shell electrons of each carbon atom is therefore not engaged in bonding, and becomes delocalised. These d...
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