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What techniques can be used to improve my scores on the abstract reasoning section of the UKCAT?

The Abstract Reasoning section of the UKCAT tests the ability to interpret patterns amongst abstract shapes with irrelevant and distracting information. The section is highly time pressured so critical ev...

Answered by Adam S. • UCAT tutor

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Show that i^i = e^(-pi/2).

This question is very similar to differentiating x^x and the method for tackling it is quite common when powers are involved. We want to show that i^i=e^(-pi/2). Start by writing z=i^i (act like we do not...

Answered by John P. • STEP tutor

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How should I attempt to answer an LNAT essay question?

Whilst some essay questions may interest you more than others, it is important to be tactical in your choice. Choose the question that you feel that you have the most to say about rather than the one that...

Answered by Bronte C. • LNAT tutor

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We define the digit sum of a non-negative integer to be the sum of its digits. For example, the digit sum of 123 is 1 + 2 + 3 = 6. Let n be a positive integer with n < 10. How many positive integers less than 1000 have digit sum equal to n?

First we should consider how many positive integers less than 100 have digit sum equal to n. The answer should be relatively straight forward for this - it is n+1.For example, if n = 3 then we can have 03...

Answered by Ron L. • MAT tutor

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How does the ELAT differ from a normal A' level essay and what are the best ways to prepare?

An ELAT essay is similar to an A' level essay in preparation and different in execution. Unlike an A' level essay, the ELAT allows for a freedom of thought and a flow of ideas. Where in the A' level exami...

Answered by Molly I. • ELAT tutor

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