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Should I bother planning my essay during an exam?

Yes! It may seem like a waste of time, but allowing yourself to stop, breathe, and think can make your essay so much more concise, and thus likely to score higher. If you rush into your essay, too concerned ...
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A curve C has equation y=(2x-3)^5. Find the equation of the normal of this curve at point P with y coordinate -32.

Finding normals and tangents to curves is a very common question in A-level maths papers, especially core 3 modules, giving between 5-8 marks depending on complexity. In order to start this question, the x c...
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Answered by Natalie C. Maths tutor
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What is the tripartite model of personality?

This model was proposed by Freud. It divides the mind into two sections: the conscious and the unconscious. The id and the superego form the unconscious mind. The id is the first part to develop and it works...
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Answered by Alisha M. Psychology tutor
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What is the difference between operant and classical conditioning?

Both these types of conditioning use a behaviourist approach - this assumes that all behaviour is learned. Classical conditioning is learning through associating stimuli with each other e.g. After their food...
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How is it best to approach answering a longer question?

Firstly, it is very important to understand what the question is actually asking you to answer. It can be tempting to want to simply write down everything you know about the topic, but this will not get you ...
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