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Why can we approximate sin (x) as x? Over what range is the approximation valid? Does it also work in degrees?

Traditionally, we might think of sin(x) as the ratio of the opposite side to the hypotenuse in a right angled triangle of angle x . We therefore draw a diagram of the right angled triangle with sides o, a, h...
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What kind of things do Oxbridge music admissions tutors look for in a candidate?

Basically, at undergraduate level, the most important thing is to be critical of received knowledge. It's this knack for critical thinking that tutors are really looking for. For example, this could mean cha...
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How do we use the French imperative?

The imperative occupies a very special place compared to other modes: it has its proper synthax. It expresses an order in different aspects such as a wish, prayer ... and in negative form, defense. It borrow...
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What are the main data structures that I can use in Python

The main data structures in Python are tuples, lists, and dictionaries. The main difference between them is that in tuples and lists the element order matters, while in dictionaries elements are associated t...
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What proportion of your personal statement should be based on extra-curricular activities?

This really depends on the University you're applying to. For Oxbridge applications, extra-curricular information should take up as little as 20% of your character count. Some Universities, for example Durha...
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