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How would you differentiate f(x)=3x(2x-1)^2

This question is really straight forward

By using the Chain rule: f'(x) = uv' + u'v.

let u=3x, so u'=3

let v=(2x-1)^2, so v'=2x2(2x-1)=8x-4

Now, ...

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Answered by Ruihang Z. Maths tutor
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The first three terms of a sequence are a, b, c. The term-to-term rule of the sequence is 'Multiply by 2 and subtract 4'. Show that c = 4(a – 3).

As the answer is given in the question, it's really important that you lay out your working carefully to give a convincing account as to how you got from the question to the answer. 
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Answered by Robin B. Maths tutor
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What is a good way to remember the sine, cosine and tangent rules of a triangle?

If you are trying to find the sine of an angle, remember: SOH

The sine of an angle (S)= the length of the opposite side (O) / the length of the hypotenuse (H)

If you are try...

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Answered by Hannah W. Maths tutor
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Share £650 in the ratio 8:5

Begin by adding the 2 ratio parts (i.e. the numbers which make up the ratio) so 8+5 = 13.

Then divide the total sum by the sum of the ratio parts. Thus £650/13 = £50.

Multip...

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Answered by Harry V. Maths tutor
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Integrate 1/(5-2x) for 3≤x≤4

You must be careful with these sorts of questions as although 1/(5-2x) is equivalent to (5-2x)^-1, when you integrate you would add one to the power and divide by the new power. But if you were to add one...

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