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What's the inverse of the function f=x+2?

If we apply a function and then its inverse, we should get back to where we started. Suppose we start with an element x. If we apply f to it, we get to x+2. In order to get back to where we started (i.e. x),...
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Why is anything to the power 0 equal 1?

This is often overlooked as no-one gives a reason to why this is and is often stated as a fact. We start off with the basic indice law of x y * x z = x y+z . For example, Likewise with division, you can have...
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How can I remember trig identities?

Trigonometric identities are sometimes tricky, as they are very hard to distinguish one from another. The best way of doing it is obviously by practising, but one thing I always find helpful is to give an ex...
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Answered by Marius S. • Maths tutor
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Given that your grade for your computing is based on 5 coursework that weigh differently, and you know the results of 4: 80, 75, 50 and 90 which weighs 10%, 20%, 45% and 5%. What grade do you need in your last coursework to achieve at least a B (70%)?

You know the following: A) 80, 10% B) 75, 20% C) 50, 45% D) 90, 5% E) X, (100-10-20-45-5)% = 20% Therefore, create a formula with the facts given and the mean marks must be at least 70. Note that 10% is equi...
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Answered by Chen Z. • Maths tutor
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How do I solve a quadratic equation?

To solve a quadratic equation we need to find the value of x for which a x 2 +b x+c=0,where a,b,c are constants.There are some well known formulas which you should get accustomed with.However,in this answer,...
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